; ; 3 a eed i ; ; = ee *) - ior ~~ J - = /, f 4 ASS J = 7 \ _ : i rue f i = i x wh F 7 ; Ds Seah, | he i : me # I i é : ’ i ; hel - ‘ : rr i s e i « ‘ i " ‘ \ 4 n ni i fp y iV ‘ nn ie o i iG a, Mie 7 ; i i ; i. 3 i t f * i i iy : fj r = ine = th . ‘ i We oe x ie fi - ay j i i mt 7 5 ; i e i oS i i : i Ly Vi i mn { i ‘ i eu i I ¥ Ah u 7 y Cy Me te i i call i ac \ oF ' i ; Pr ; v7 a ad i i u ’ - ; ~ t EF 481 F363 BIRD pigeons. ANCIERS’ AND IPO WHERE Ye” OC OJSLEAIN GA De JOUR Normale PHILADELPHIA, JANUARY 1, 1874. INTRODUCTION. Ir is no new idea with the Editor to publish a ‘ Weekly Fanciers’ Journal,’’ but it has been under consideration for many years. Being one of the pioneers in the poultry and almost the pioneer in the pigeon fancy of later years, I have long seen the necessity for more frequent visits of a Journal devoted to the interests of the Fancier. Not only that of poultry, pigeons, and dogs, &e., but a Journal that will treat on every subject relating to the breeding, manage- ment, and treatment of pets of every description. Hence, the name ‘ Manciers’ Journal,’’? which covers everything pertaining to the fancy. Every human being has a fancy of some kind. The boy’s first pets are usually white mice, which are soon replaced by guinea-pigs, then rabbits, finally Should he become a mechanic he will be content with the toys of moderate price. But should he be more successful in life, he will soon have his loft stocked with something better, such as almonds, carriers, pouters, &. Almost every lady has her pet canary; some have many, and will carry their fancy so far as to keep goldfinches, and probably a piping bullfinch, talking parrot, &c., &c. The Journal will be illustrated by the best English artists from time to time as circumstances require. And the Edi- tor has the promise of the assistance of some of the best writers in this country. Foreign writers will be secured as soon as practicable. It is hoped to make the Journal a welcome weekly visitor to every household. The advertiser cannot fail to see the advantage in a weekly for offering his surplus stock to the public. Hoping for a generous share of patronage, I am most respectfully yours, Jos. M. Wanz. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) FANCIES. WE all have our fancies. Some of us fancy beautiful women, others fine horses, and many others poultry and pigeons. Sometimes these fancies occur at different periods in the life of the individual, at other times they all exist at the same moment. Then we pity that individual. He may humor himself in his fancy for the poultry, the pigeons or horses, but that other fancy: ah! we cannot always humor ourselyes there. Too much depends upon the creature her- self, and we all know the uncertainties, the vagaries of a capricious beauty who knows herself the fancied of a lord of creation. Put from you as soon as you can such a fancy; the heart may throb, the hand may tremble when you hear her voice, but root it out ; let not your happiness depend on one. Go to your horse and down the road you fly; click, click, click ; steady, boy, now and away. The open nostril, flashing eye, and flying hoofs yield to the touch of the finger as does the lightning to the point of the rod. There is a fancy for you, from which you return with the live blood bounding through your veins, and the glow of health painted upon your cheeks. But all have not the inclination or means to indulge in a fast horse, and some fancies run in a quieter channel. There are the chickens; first among which we place the Game fowl, with his glorious crest and undaunted eye, the monarch of the farmyard; then the golden, silvered Poland, and Hamburgs, diminutive Bantam, and immense Brahma and Cochin. ‘You are hard to please if among the list of poultry you cannot find one variety to reach your sympathies. Do you want vigorous action, gorgeous plumage, and a spirit that will dare all ill, you find it with the Game. Do you wish your lawn illumined with gold or silver, accept the Hamburgs or Polands. Have you a ten-foot yard and wish a trio of pets, take the Brahma or Cochin, and your neighbors will admire your birds and curse your “ volcanoes of crow.” But you have no yard or may have no such fancy; go then to the pigeons. An unused room or a few boxes by your window and your enjoyment is insured. Do you wish a familiar friend who will wink a comical eye at you from over his bag of wind, he can be obtained from the Pouters. The Fantail will fly to your shoulder and bend its graceful neck to eat the corn from your lips. A whistle, and the Tumbler mounts the air and wantons among its billows as a fish does on the waves of ocean. The most exquisite coloring is to be found with the pigeons; the most quiet placid enjoyment is obtained from watching their move- ments. A beautiful woman may turn your life to bitter- ness; a grand horse may dash you in pieces; but your chickens and pigeons are always ready to settle on your knee, peck corn from your hand or lips, and cultivate in you that contented disposition which insures happiness, regard- less alike of east winds or financial panics. Dr. W. P. M. ~~ > 2 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CHICKEN CHOLERA. PROBABLY no drawback, roup excepted, proves more dis- couraging to one anxious to rear fine poultry than the above- named disease, and the most discouraging part of it seems to be the fact that there is no infallible cure, though there may possibly be preventives. I felt sure at one time that I had found a cure, and in individual cases it worked well, rarely failing; but when half a dozen or more of the flock became diseased, all efforts to cure them became ineffectual. It is not a pleasant thing to find, morning after morning, for a week or more, from five to eight of your best fowls lying stiff, the victims of this scourge. To say nothing of the value of fifty or more well-marked Cochins or Brahmas, it makes one feel a little gloomy to find the size of his flock so suddenly and so un- ceremoniously diminished. Did this disease always take the weakest and poorest specimens it were perhaps no bad thing, but it does not discriminate. Your fifty dollar cock is just as likely to fall by it as the scrawniest specimen in the yard, 2 FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. As to its cause, nothing definite is as yet known. It may “be from want of variety in food, and it may arise from want of cleanliness. In almost every case brought to my notice, I have found it directly traceable to some filth either in the water or in the food. In some instances the fowls were fed where the grain mingled with their own droppings, and this particularly in rainy weather, when the yards were muddy, and the droppings mingled with the mud. In one instance, where a friend of mine lost almost his whole flock, he found on examination that some of his neighbors, whose fowls had died of cholera, had thrown the carcasses into the brook from which his fowls drank. The result was as above stated, his own fowls were poisoned by the water, and died rapidly. In two instances which have come to my notice, the disease broke out immediately after autumn rains, when the drop- pings of the fowls became incorporated with the soil of the yard. In one of these cases fifty-four, and in the other thirty-six fowls were lost. - In individual cases I have given a blue pill the size of a large currant, and next day a large teaspoonful of castor-oil. With this treatment I have lost but few fowls in some thirty cases. It, however, requires great watchfulness. As soon as one detects droppings of a thin, slimy character, and a greenish yellow color, the fowls should be sought out at once, and the treatment commenced. Generally they can be detected by their mopish and sleepy look. It is doubtful, however, whether the disease can be checked by this cure when once a whole flock becomes infected. I say frankly that while it has succeeded with me, others who have tried it fail to find it effective. Let those interested try the ex- periment, and report their success; and by all means if any one has found either a cure or a perfect preventive, let the public have the benefit through our poultry journals. A. N. R. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) POULTRY DISEASE. WE have a disease affecting the poultry of this Chemung Valley, proving fatal to many. Symptoms.—The comb becomes gradually a dark purple, crop hard, the fowl is very dull and inactive, and not in- clined to eat much. Continuing to droop, they often die in an hour or two after the owner discovers something wrong. Remedy.—Give once or twice per day equal parts sulphur and Cayenne pepper, mixed with lard to a thick paste; put into the mouth a piece the size of a chestnut; feed light di- gestible food. Also put an ounce of camphor gum or assa- feetida into the pail from which you fill their drinking-pans. Give no other water for a few days. I give you the result of one trial. I purchased a buff Cochin cock a year and a half old; in a day or so the back part of his comb became purple. I watched him until I concluded that he also had the fatal disease that had killed so many of my neighbors’ fowls; so I gave him according to the above directions, and he soon came out with his usual lusty crow, and was all right again. The fowls of my own raising are very free from this dis- ease, which I attribute to an occasional use, during the sum- mer, of the Douglass mixture. I hope the statement com- municated through your paper will be of some use to others in saving of choice poultry. WILLIAM AtTwoop. Bie Fuats, CHEMUNG Co., N. Y. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CORRESPONDENCE. Concorp, N. H., October 27th, 1873. Mr. WAvE: The fact that you are about to commence the publication of a Journal in the interest of fanciers and poultry men, is a new evidence that the public are appre- ciating the efforts to improve in these departments of ani- mated nature. _ 0 4 2 SH) ik Y Meducticost,. - 0) dee? Total profit, -£0 3 9g Leaving a profit on each cockerel of 3s., or over 150 per cent. Now, from actual experiments, it has been proved over and over again, that the finest fowls can be kept in the highest state of perfection at the cost of 1d. to 14d per week; and this, without even the advantage of anything of a run, beyond an inclosed yard or small garden, Those who doubt the sufficiency of such allowance had better refer to Mr. Mowbray’s standard work, or to the comprehensive experiments of M. Réaumer, M. Parmentier, &ec. I can certify to its sufficiency from my own experience, having kept nearly 100 large fowls during the past twelve months upon a weighed and measured allowance of food, and which never exceeded $d. per week. They were the whole time in laying condition, and in the highest state of perfection as to plumage, &c. This sum will allow of the best quality of food being and such will always prove the cheapest. Wheat at 5s. 9d., barley at 4s. 6d., oats 8s., buckwheat 4s. 9d., maize 4s. 8d. per bushel ; broken rice, 13d. per Ib. ; small potatoes (siftings), 2s. per cwt.; bullock’s liver and sheep’s pluck, 13d. per 1b.; will enable you to keep your fowls in the highest possible perfection, within the price named, averaging the value of one grain against another. In Treland, Scotland, and parts of Wales, where fowls can have liberty, and milk and potatoes are plentiful and cheap (as well as corn), fowls may be kept at probably one-half the cost named, producing eggs at 4d. per dozen, and flesh at 14d. per lb. It is owing to the liberal feeding of warm potatoes, uccompanied with warm housing, that the poultry in Ireland are good egg-producers, and this, in spite of the given, * A fowl will yoid at least 1 oz. of dry dung in 24 hours, and which is worth 7s. per cwt. (Stephens.) Those who cannot find a-market for this valuable manure at such a price, let them use it themselves in their own gardens, and make as much again. I can speak with confidence of the power of 1 cwt. to produce from 4 to 5 ewt. of potatoes, value 25s. most miserable puny breeds, deteriorating year after year from breeding in and in and with absence of fresh blood. To encourage and keep the pullets laying through the winter months, it is necessary that they should be kept warm at night, fed liberally, and on stimulating food. In the morning each pullet should have 14 oz. of barley, buck- wheat, or meal; midday, boiled potatoes warm, or boiled rice, with scraps of meat, suet, or fat, bullock’s liver, or sheep’s pluck; at night, 1} oz. of wheat, Indian corn, or heavy oats. Such feeding will keep them in such a condi- tion as will enable them to continue to lay regularly until thespring, when 2 or 23 0z. of grain per day may be resorted to, without the assistance of meat or cooked food. Fowls in winter, owing to the absence of worms, grubs, flies, &c., require more hand-feeding than in summer, but where they have the advantage of an extended run, 1d. per week will be found an ample allowance, and allow for lib- eral feeding, of the best food, averaging winter against the summer. A wise selection of stock, and such as may be suited to your soil, is of paramount importance. The Houdan, Creve, Dorking, and Brahma are all excellent for the table, and come early to maturity, being easily fattened. The Ham- burghs, Houdans, Polands, Spanish, and Brahma excel as egg-layers, all except the two latter being non-sitters. Two or three hatches of cockerel chicks may with advan- tage be made throughout the summer, as they only require fourteen weeks before they are fit to be disposed of. Those who desire to act upon the best and most economical principles will avoid the expense involved by allowing a hen to rear her own chickens, which will amount in eight weeks, by loss of eggs and keep, to 4s. 8d. A capon may be easily trained to undertake the brooding and rearing of chickens as well as the best hen. A large, full-feathered capon can brood and care twenty-five to thirty chickens at a time, and will continue the careful charge of brood after brood through- out the year, irrespective of age, size, or color.—Mascal, Réaumer, Parmentier. Chickens may also be reared by what is termed an ‘‘arti- ficial”? mother, which is a simply-constructed shallow box, the perforated lid being lined with lamb’s-skin, or goose- down; and by the application of heat to the lid, either by hot water or hot air, chickens in any number can be reared, with far greater ease and certainty than by the natural mother. The author will be glad to furnish particulars as to the training of capons, or show a plan of rearing-box or “ artificial? mother.—Réaumer, Bonnemain, Parmentier. So precocious are the Creye Cour fowls in their growth and disposition to fatten, that they are fit to be put up to fatten at the age of two and a half to three months, and be ready for table fifteen days after.— Pringle, Murray. A succession may, therefore, always be kept up ready for the coo}., and thus a large number may be disposed of in the year, without having any quantity on hand at one time; and in this way one’s limited capital may be continually turned over, each time realizing 150 per cent., or 600 per cent, if followed by three successions through the summer. No doubt it will be considered a bold assertion to say that fowls are capable of making a return of 600 per cent. in twelve months, at a time when the popular belief is that “poultry don’t pay.’’ It is true that fowls don’t pay as often managed, but, at the same time, I affirm, without fear of contradiction, that they can be made to pay, and to pay as no other stock possibly can. (To be continued.) “dyn PAY vy a LIGHT BRAHMA FOWLS, OWNED BY WILLIAM H. KERN, PHILADELPHIA. FANCIERS’ JOUR AND ROWLTRY HX CEA NGHE. 481 F363 BIRD N Nil PHILADELPHIA, JANUARY 15, 1874. VoL. I. OUR WEEKLY JOURNAL. | | “A New Pourtry Journar.—We are in the receipt of | the first number of the Fanciers’ Journal and Poultry Ex- change, published weekly, by JoserpH M. Wang, Philadel- phia, Pa. The typography of the Journal is neat, but we doubt the feasibility of publishing a weekly journal in the poultry interest at the present time. We do not believe the demands of the breeders require a weekly journal, still we hope it may prove a success, but very much doubt it. Price, $2.50 a year.”—The Rural Home. We are obliged to our friend for its praise relating to our typographical appearance. It is very natural and easy to believe nearly all said in our favor, but we do not exactly understand the nature of the ground upon which it doubts the feasibility of publishing a weekly journal in the poultry interest, as relating to this, the ‘' Fanciers’ Journal,” which certainly does not design to limit its columns or contributors to the subject of poultry keeping. As its name indicates, it includes and will eventually treat of all subjects of interest to fanciers, of all descriptions of animals, and the various departments of animated nature. We may even feel called upon to increase its interest by adding a department of horti- culture, or culture of any sort, having a tendency to enlighten and improve the inquiring mind, especially of the young, thus distracting the attention from less worthy pleasures and pursuits, which are ever drawing the young and inexperienced into whirlpools of vice and ruin. We would cultivate in them a love of pets of some kind, which also may be found profitable, financially, thus frequently adding new attrac- tions to the home associations. In regard to the ultimate success of the Journal, we base our faith somewhat also on its only special feature, that of making it a cheap and desirable weekly for advertising and exchange of such stock as our fanciers wish to fully describe and dispose of, at a less cost in the weekly, previous to the reappearance of the slower monthly journals. Our prospect of ‘‘suecess’’ in this direction is most flattering, as a glance at the advertising columns will show, considering the fact that we have not yet had occasion to especially solicit the “ad’s”’ offered. We have, as yet, printed only a small por- tion of the favorable notices and cheering words of corres- pendents who are anxious to contribute to its success, claiming that a weekly fanciers’ journal is in every way desirable; at all events, it is an experiment which we see no good reason to repent of, and shall contribute all the means and energy that we can command to promote its success. “THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND PouLTRY HxcHANGr is a new weekly journal, containing sixteen pages of reading matter, published at 89 North Ninth Street, and devoted to the scientific breeding and management of poultry, &., &c. It is owned and ably edited by J. M. Wane. Subscription price, $2.50 per annum.”’— Commercial List and Price Current. A sisHop fond of hunting, being reminded that the apos- tles never hunted, replied: ‘‘ No, shooting was very bad in Palestine—so they went fishing instead.” | (For Fanciers’ Journal.) BUFFALO EXHIBITION. The Fourth Annual Show of the Western New York | Poultry Society is to be held at Buffalo, January 15th to 21st, inclusive, Sunday excepted. All specimens entered should be shipped in time to reach the Exhibition Hall January 14th, as that day is set apart for the reception of specimens and arranging the Hall in order to open the exhibition to the public on the morning of January 15th. Any person who may not have received a premium list, will receive one by applying to the Secretary. We offer a premium list amounting in the aggregate to about five thousand dollars im cash, which is the largest ever offered in this country. We have adopted the English plan of offering premiums on single birds instead of trios, the old stereotyped plan, and we believe the single-bird premium list recommends itself to every breeder and fancier in the country. From all sections we have letters of indorsement of the new plan, and we con- fidently expect the result of this change will be to call together at our show a larger number of good birds, and a far less percentage of poor birds, than ever before collected at one show in America. We also have the assurance of many of the best breeders in the country that they will be present in person, which will add largely to the interest of the occasion. The premium extraordinary, of one hundred dollars in gold, offered by Wm. H. Churchman, Esq., for the best dark Brahma hen, from twenty to twenty-four months old, will draw together without doubt the best collection of this valu- able class ever seen in one exhibition. This is a grand sweep- stakes premium, in which every hen entered becomes a part; thus the owner of the successful specimen will not only re- ceive the one hundred dollars in gold, but will also receive the entire collection of hens entered for this premium. Then, should he invest the one hundred dollars in gold for the best cock that can be procured, he would have a breeding pen of dark Brahmas that would be the envy of every lover of this beautiful and valuable variety. Our Society has always found it convenient to settle with and pay all foreign exhibitors who may remain till after awards are made before they go home, and there never has been any delay in settling with those.who have not been present, and we mean that all our shows shall be character- ized with the same promptitude. Yours, &c., Gro. W. WHITE, Secretary. ss (For Fanciers’ Journal.) VEGETABLE FOOD FOR FOWLS. Now that winter has laid his icy hand upon the grass and other succulent herbs with which the fowls supply them- selves in summer, all having these pets under their care 84 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. should see that they have a plentiful supply of green food of some kind. There is among the refuse garbage of almost every family cabbage leaves, celery tops, potato parings, &e., enough to furnish a supply for a few fowls. But if you have many, there will also be a demand for potatoes and turnips, or any other vegetables, chopped fine, as excellent substitutes for grass and herbs at this season of the year, all of which will be highly relished, and contribute to the health and profits of the poultry-yard inhabitants. Wma. E. Frowers. Norr.—See article ‘‘ Hay for Fowls in Winter.” oe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HAY FOR FOWLS IN WINTER. Many years ago, when a young fancier, I often noticed that after making new nests, in pens where the fowls were confined in winter, that they would gradually disappear. It was sometime before I discovered what became of them, the fact was they were eaten by the fowls. Since then, when vegetable food was scarce, I have always kept good sweet hay within their reach. It should be kept in a rack or tied ina bundle and hung up. It must not be allowed to get in the dirt and trampled on. I do not think it any advantage to cut the hay fine. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SCIENTIFIC BREEDING OF LIGHT BRAHMAS | FOR EXHIBITION. Articie III. CARE AND SELECTION OF EGGS, MANAGEMENT OF SETTING HENS, ETC. To some the question may arise, How shall I keep my egos fresh if I keep each hen’s eggs separate until she has laid enough for a setting? After trying various methods, experience has satisfied me that eggs can be kept fresh and fertile for two or three weeks by simply placing them, butt end down, in a shallow dish filled with oats or bran. They should be kept in a moderately cold moist place; I usually keep mine in the cellar. With regard to selecting eggs, I will quote a few words from Wright, on page 110, Chapter IV, of ‘The Brahma Fowl.’’ He says: ‘‘So many follies have been uttered concerning this matter that we almost fear to hazard a fresh assertion. But in our own experience we have generally found that the best shaped Brahma chickens were hatched from eggs rather short and round; whilst very long eggs, especially if much pointed at the small end, almost always bred birds with some awkwardness in style or car- piage—probably from the chick being incased in the shell. We had one hen which always laid such eggs, and although she and her sultan were free from the fault, all her chicks had backs drooping to the tail. It may be different with others; we give the hint for what it is worth. It is, how- ever, certain that smooth-shelled eggs alone are proper for hatching in this variety, rough shells generally showing some derangement of the organs, and being often sterile. The color is of little importance; we prefer a rather dark but the best hen we ever possessed for breeding laid eggs perfectly white. Eggs should be chosen of the fair average size usually laid by the hen they are from, any unsually large or small being rejected. The absolute size is of little importance, some hens laying immense eggs and others small ones.’’ In regard to the management of setting hens, I think the best results will be obtained by using small pens, similar to the breeding pens, in which to set the hens; by pursuing this plan each hen will have undisturbed possession of her own nest, besides having a small yard for exercise, dust-bath, &e. The perch of course will be removed. The nest-box should be about fourteen inches square, and eight inches deep. Now fill it two-thirds full of damp earth, pick out all the hard lumps and stones, scoop out enough to make it hollow in the centre, sufficiently large for the eggs, but not deep enough to cause the eggs to roll on top of each other. Now cut a sod the size of the box, shave it down thin, and fit it in the box, grass side up, and your nest is made. There is no difficulty in making a hen set just where you want her to; a little patience and tact is all that is required. Be sure that your hen wants to set. This fact being ascertained, go to her at night, lift her gently and quietly from her nest and carry her to the nest you have prepared for her. Carefully place her upon it, first putting three or four porcelain nest- eggs under her, then cover her over with a box, and let her remain until the afternoon of the following day, then quietly remove the cover. If she does not come off the nest herself, lift her off as gently as possible. Place food and water be- fore her, and leave her alone for twenty minutes or half an hour; in nine cases out of ten she will go back to the nest of her own accord. If she does not seem inclined to do so at the expiration of half an hour, place her on the nest, and cover her up as before, which labor will seldom have to be repeated more than twice. As soon as she takes rightly to the nest, put your choice eggs under her, eleven of which are sufficient for an ordinary sized hen. After the hen has set upon her eggs ten or twelve days, go to her at night with a lamp, and examine the eggs by holding them up before a strong light between the thumb and forefinger of the one hand, and shading the eyes with the other. The unfertile eggs can easily be detected; those having chicks in them will be dark, except a small portion near the butt end of the egg. The sterile ones will be quite transparent, the light showing through them quite plainly. If any of the unfer- tile ones are allowed to remain in the nest they frequently get broken, and their contents smeared over the other eggs, closing up the pores of the shells, and smothering the embryo chick. After the hen has set fourteen days, visit her again in the evening, gently lift her off, and sprinkle the eges and nest thoroughly with tepid water; repeat this operation again on the eighteenth day, and the night before they are to hatch. I do not think it advisable to remove any of the chicks while the hen is hatching. Let them remain with the hen on the nest until they are twenty-four hours old, then remove the hen and her brood to a warm and dry coop. W. E. Frower. ores egs; SHOEMAKERTOWN, December 24th, 1873, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 35 tems Mnteresting ad Annusing. THE dog tax in England amounted to $1,510,098 last year. FASHIONABLE poodles, in New York, have adopted the Elizabethan ruff. A pay in the moon is fourteen times as long as a day on earth. What a place in which to give a six months’ note !— but what a bore to the Lunatics, when they work by the day ! A woman living near Altoona recently entered a stable attached to the house in which she lived, when a horse caught her by the nose and bit it off. A TITUSVILLE paper says a man called at one of our shoe stores yesterday and vainly essayed to get on either num- bers 11, 12, or 18 shoes. The storekeeper then suggested that he should put on a thinner pair of stockings and try on the box. Tue bear of the arctic region does not hug, but bites his opponent, declining to eat his captive until life is extinct. Like a cat he plays with his victim, whose only refuge when attacked is to ‘‘ play dead,’’ so that when the bear retreats to enjoy the prospect of his meal, the gun can be got ready for him when he returns. A RUSSIAN naturalist claims to have found living mam- moths in Siberia. He has seen five small ones, twelve feet high, eighteen feet long, and having tusks eight or ten feet in length. The brute haunts great caves, and feeds on grass, ete. It may as well be mentioned that the grass in Siberia is small, but the caves must be large. Iris worth mentioning that three of the produce of the imported Jersey cow Duchess, belonging to Mr. C. L. Sharpless, Philadelphia, have been sold for an aggregate of fourteen hundred dollars, and Mr. §., has a daughter, Duch- ess 8d, and a son, Chelton Duke, that he would not part with. The service charge for Chelton Duke is $100. Tur following piece of Oriental flattery is quoted by the Moniteur (Paris): “An American diplomatist, Mr. Wade, haying lately died at Pekin, the Chinese attributed his de- cease to the inexpressible emotion which he experienced at seeing the august face of the emperor.” [The above Mr. Wade was no relative of the Editor of this Journal, or he would not have died from any such cause. | Near Knoxville, Tenn., it is said there is a mule which has been but one time outside of its stable in twenty years, and then it was taken out by the soldiers during the war, and as they could not use the animal, it was immediately replaced. It is said that its hoofs have grown to the length of about 12 inches, turning up at the ends, while its mane reaches to the ground. One of those miserable boys whose sole object in life appears to be the making of extraordinary faces at honest and industrious store clerks, mistook a roll of oil cloth for a roll of carpet, hanging in front of a Main street establish- ment, Saturday evening, and making a sickening grimace at the clerk, who stood in the door, doubled his fists and struck the inoffensive roll a tremendous blow. Then he put the fist under the other arm, and doubling up his body, ambled swiftly away, while the clerk retired to the store to dry the tears of a new found joy.—Danbury News. A writer in Harper’s Bazar says: ‘‘ We do not believe there is much human affection wasted upon the spider ; nevertheless it is a very useful creature, and should not be despised. Its specific office is to prevent the dangerous multiplication of winged insects. Entrapping flies is its forte, and it has been remarked that ‘if spiders should strike, and for a single month in summer refuse to set their traps, we could hardly defend ourselves against armies of noxious insects that would take possession of our dwellings.’ Nevertheless there may be such a thing as too many spiders in the world—a possibility against which Nature has pro- vided. When spiders are thickest and busiest catching flies, a large, peculiar looking fly appears upon the stage of action, and adroitly seizes the spiders wherever found. These spiders are stowed away in secret cells to be food for young flies. Thus there is compensation all around.” Tue Chinese have trained cormorants to fish for them. The birds are tied to floats, and have collars around their necks to keep them from swallowing the fish they may catch, When the cormorant rises to the surface with a fish in his mouth, the fisherman catches the float with a hooked stick, draws the bird to him, and secures its prey. The cormorant is made to work from eight to ten hours a day, and is fed on small pieces of the fish he catches. Some- times he strikes for more wages or fewer working hours, but the yelling of his master frightens him to such an extent that he instantly resumes work. Isaac Walton would probably have no greater liking for this method of fishing than Californians have for other Mongolian eccen- tricities; and yet after all it has its advantages. Isaac Walton was a “ Micawber,’’ waiting for a bite, but the Chinaman takes the bite himself or gets the cormorant to do it for him. L A NEWFOUNDLAND CuTTLE Fisu.—On the 26th of Octo- ber, two fishermen who were out in a small boat, observed some object floating at a short distance, which they sup- posed to be a large sail or the debris of a wreck. On reach- ing it one of the men struck it with his “ gaff,’’ when imme- diately it showed signs of life and reared a parrot-like beak, which they said was as big as a six-gallon keg, with which it struck the bottom of the boat violently. It then shot out from about its head, two huge, livid arms, and began to twine them round the boat. One of the men seized a small axe and cut off both arms as they lay over the gunwale, whereupon the fish backed off to a considerable distance and ejected an immense quantity of inky fluid that dark- ened the water for a great distance around. The men saw it for a short time afterward, and observed its tail in the air, which they thought to be 10 feet across. They estimate the body to have been 60 feet in length, and five feet in diameter, of the same shape and color as the common squid, and moving in the same way as the squid, both backward and forward. As usual in the cuttle-fish, the under surface of the extremity of the arm is covered with sucking disks, the largest of which are an inch and a quarter in diameter. A WELL-ORGANIZED man or woman cannot live long and happily without congenial employment; and so it is of im- portance that young men and women should find out early what they can do best, and then prepare themselves to do it. Most of our happiness comes from work done in the spirit of love; most of our unhappiness from work done in the spirit of hate. 36 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. CARRIER PIGEONS—CONSTRUCTING A BREEDING LOFT. I wAveE been several times requested to give my ideas with respect to the construction of a loft for breeding Car- riers, and thinking they may be of service to your readers I forward them to you. I believe non-sueccess in breeding this noble variety of Pigeon is chiefly owing to several pairs being crowded together in a small space, the result being a great amount of damage to the adult birds by fighting—so frequently the cause of wing disease and canker—and the loss of numbers of eggs and young ones in the nest. Carriers are a prolific variety, and a good proportion of young birds may easily be reared. By adopting the plan I recommend, these misfor- tunes are entirely avoided, and, so far as I have myself practiced it, I found it to answer remarkably well. The building may be erected at a very moderate cost. The erection is like an ordinary shed. A wall 9 or 10 feet high, with a south aspect, will answer for the back. The front of the shed should be 6 feet high, which allows of a 3-feet fall in the roof to carry off wet. The roof should be boarded flat with 1-inch deals (I mean of course with the above-mentioned inclination), felted, well tarred, and spouted. The ends of the shed, and the back, if there is no wall to work on, should be double-boarded, leaving about 8 inches between the inner and outer boards, and the vacancy well filled with sawdust. Such walls retain a more even temperature than brick or stone, being neither so cold in winter nor so hot in summer, and are besides, less expensive. In width the loft may be 12 or 14 feet; the front boarded- up from the ground 3 feet high, the remainder to the roof wire netting. Inside under the roof shutters should hang on hinges, to fall down and cover the wire front during the cold nights, and at other times when necessary. When out of use they swing up and lie flat to the roof, where they are fastened, and are then quite out of the way. At the back of the loft (there is no limit to the length except in the number of breeding pens required), is a plat- form 4 feet in width, half way between the floor and roof, to form the bottom of the pens. Thin iron rods, 1 inch apart, running from the platform up to the roof, form the front of the pens, each pen being 4 or 5 feet long (the longer the better) furnished with door, nest-box, &c. The loft at the length of every three pens should be divided, so that the occupants of every three pens may have their flight, bath, &c., in the area in front in turns. Thus the pairs are always separate, and breed undisturbed. Under these three breeding pens, which constitute one section of the loft, the front from the outer edge of the platform to the ground should be wired, with a door, and fitted with perches; so that will form a most convenient place to draft the young ones into as they are fit to leave their parents. -As there ‘will be two or three such compartments in a loft of any pretensions, the sexes can be separated when desired. In this arrangement the birds are always under command, and easily caught when required. The finish of such a building is, of course, a matter of taste and outlay. The exterior may be planed and painted, or only in the rough and tarred, the inside in either case being well lime-washed annually, at the commencement and close of the breeding season.—W. Massey, in Journal of Horticulture. | true of blooded or improved stock. (for Fanciers’ Journal.) GOOD STOCK v. MONGRELS. Don’? you find your big chickens more sickly than the dunghills?’? and ‘Don’t they eat more than the common fowls?’ These are the two main questions asked and urged against improved stock in fowls. My answer has been, ‘*No, not with the same attention.’’ Dunghills will cat more and lay less than any of the improved breeds of the same size if confined to small pens, as improved breeds usu- ally are, with little range and less variety of food. Brahmas and Cochins are liberal feeders, I admit. But in order to preserve their purity, and prevent admixture of dunghill blood, most of us are compelled to confine the hens particularly to small yards and close quarters, and thus having prevented the gratification of their natural desire to gather their own food, and deprived them of health-giving exercise, we naturally must supply the deficiency by feeding properly, and look for a smaller supply of eggs, and a less healthy and perfect development. Could farmers fairly estimate the amount of food consumed by an ordinary barn- yard fowl, in the shape of grubs, worms, and grain, it would astound them, particularly if they looked upon this }as what might have been had grain alone been substituted for it. All stock will pay for extra care, and particularly is this Farmers in the main regard poultry, and particularly chickens, as a great nuisance, and were it not for the good sense of their good wives, it is hard to tell what would become of the pets. The great wonder, under existing circumstances, and the lack of care in the treatment of fowls is, that chickens pay expenses at all. To those of us who Jove our pets, and give them proper attention, the matter is perfectly plain that they do pay, and that improved stock pays better than common fowls, from the fact that we are able to secure much higher prices for even ordinary specimens. Of course the outlay in the be- ginning is greater, and this is probably the greatest objec- tion which the advocates of common stock find to the intro- duction of that which is blooded. In general, however, a single pair, or a trio, will, with economical management, be sufficient to give one a fine stock of fowls to begin with the second season, and enough may be made by selling the surplus stock to neighbors to pay the cost of the original trio. Neighbors can always be found who will be ready to pay at least twice as much for the sur- plus fowls as for ordinary fowls. Besides, a double good will be done in the way of giving one a start, and at the same time distributing good stock, and creating an interest in the community. It is with much satisfaction that one notices the increas- ingly wide distribution of many of our best breeds. Of course the most beautiful, and the most highly and perfectly developed birds will remain in the hands of the fanciers, because these, in the main, are the only ones who thoroughly understand the principles of mating and breeding to produce beautiful birds. But so far as the utility of the fowls is con- cerned—and this, after all, is the main item of interest to the general poultry raiser—it need not and will not be limited to fanciers alone. No one will be more pleased in fact than the fancier to have a general and wide-spread interest in poultry developed among all classes of poultry breeders. A.N. RB. PHEASANT IN COVERT. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AN D POULTRY EXCHANGE. 37 THE FIRST OF OCTOBER—PHEASANT IN COVERT. Tue lower animals are fortunate in being CEOS | totally destitute of that faculty with which human beings are gifted, which enables us to judge of the future by ind past, and which, consequently, causes us to anticipate innu- | merable calamities. Take, for example, those gorgeously- plumaged, long-tailed creatures, to whom the first of October | is a veritable eve of St. Bartholomew, and imagine that on | the previous evening some ancient cock, who has survived the massacre of the year before, should suddenly be endowed | with human intelligence. With what feelings of anguish | would he survey the ladies of his seraglio, as they stood greedily pecking up their evening repast of barley. ‘My darlings,”’ we can fancy him saying, ‘‘if you knew the hor- rors that are impending, you would not eat another grain. | To-morrow is the day on which the human race goes peri- odically mad. Dick, the keeper, in his velveteen coat and gaiters, whom you think such a nice man, who used to bring | you dainty ant’s eggs when you were little—Dick, my dears, will to-morrow morning develop into a perfect fiend. Hosts | of other men will assemble—the squire, who looks so beneve- lent as he walks to church on a Sunday morning, will be among them—each man will carry a breechloader in his hand ; you know what breechloaders are? sharp-nosed spaniels | retrievers will be sent to hunt you out of your most secret | haunts; suddenly, the air will be filled with fire and smoke, and hideous noise, and hundreds of our nation will fall to the earth, mangled, bleeding, and dying. “Even the Squire’s daughters, who look so gentle and pretty, will feel no compassion; on the contrary, they will | laugh and jest, a few days after, as they eat your flesh, and they will wear my loveliest feathers in their hats.’’—London | Graphic. soe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) “~ Mr. Eprror: Wishing to invest some of my hard earn- ings in the acquisition of fine-bred fowls, I would inquire of your experienced contributors which plan would probably ultimate in the most profit: the purchase of a trio of the best, or to lay out the amount of their cost in eggs for hatch- ing the same breed. Respectfully yours, A. EL B. BALTIMORE. VALLEY FAtts, R. I., December 22d, 1873. Josrepo M. WADE. DeEAR Sir: At a meeting of the Rhode Island Poultry and Columbarian Society, the following officers were elected. President: J. T. Peckham, Providence. Vice-Presidents: W. E. O. Roberts, South Scituate; Samuel W. Clark, War- wick. Secretary: W. L. Tobey, Lincoln. Treasurer: E. B. Whitmarsh, Providence. Executive Committee: T. P. Burlingam, Providence Co.; Caleb Wescott, Kent Co.; Thomas J. Gough, Washington Co.; John H. Chase, New- port Co. It was resolved to hold a meeting on January Ist, 1874, at 10 o’clock. Yours, &., W. L. Tobey, Secretary. Four varieties of fish are said to have been discovered in Lake Superior, good, bad, indifferent, and bullheads. neg~ WE are indebted to E. C. Skinner of Detroit, for Premium List, Catalogue of Entries, and the following list }of Awards of Premiums of the Michigan State Poultry Association, which we give in full. He has our thanks for | the same, LIST OF AWARDS OF PREMIUMS AT THE Third Annual Exhibition of the Michigan State Ponltry Association, held at Detroit, December 16 to 19, 1873. LIGHT BRAHMAS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 18, Goodale & Higgins, $2 00 2d G “180, W. H. Todd, 1 00 8d ae ‘ 477, Wm. Wright, Dip. Chicks—l1st ce “ 480, Wm. Wright, 2 00 2d GG ‘181, W. H. Todd, 1 00 3d we ‘© 182, W. H. Todd, Dip. Best Cock, “ 13, Goodale & Higgins, 2 00 | Best Hen “479, Wm. Wright, 2 00 SPECIALS. 23 C. M. Garrison, best Cock, No. 13, Goodale & Higgins, 10 00 43. Michigan farmer, best Hen, shown singly, No. 479, Wm. Wright, 10 00 48 Reid & Hills, best Hen, with 3 trios Progeny, Nos. 180 to 184 W. H. Todd, 10 00 |53. M.S. Smith & Co., collection L. Brahmas, Nos. 477 to 482, Wm. Wright, 10 00 54. M. G. Smith & Co., best trio L. B. Chicks, No. 480, Wm. Wright. 10 00 68 Wm. Wright & Co., best brace L. B. Hens. No. : 478, Wm. Wright, 10 00 DARK BRAHMAS. | Howes lst Premium, No. 184, W. H. Todd, 2 00 2d ae « 185, W. H. Todd, 1 00 3d “ «45, M. T. Nowe Dip. Chicks—Ist ‘ “310, D. Allen, 2 00 al + “186, W. H. Todd, 1 00 8d ae “ 680, J. G. Lapham, Dip. Best Cock, ‘327, D. Allen, 2 00 Best Hen, ‘523, E. C. Skinner, 2 00 ; SPECIALS. 39 M. T. North, best collection D. B. Fowls, Nos. 42 to 46, M. T. North, 10 00 50 E. C. Skinner, best Hen, shown singly, No. 528, E. C. Skinner, 10 00 64 §S. R. Woolley, best trio D. B. Fowls, No. 184, W. H. Todd, 10 00 65 Jackson & Wiley, best Cock, No 327, D. Allen, 10 00 71 A. H. West, best trio D. B. Chicks, No. 310, D. Allen, 10 00 93 J. G. Lapham, best trio D. B. Chicks, No. 310, D. Allen, 5 00 BUFF COCHINS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 66, Jones & Green, 2 00 2d “ ‘© 95, Jones & Green, 1 00 3d “ “ 188, W. H. Todd, Dip. Chicks—lst ‘ 67, Jones & Green 2 00 Me “« 189, W. H Todd, 1 00 3d « “561, Jones & Green, Dip. Best Cock, « 67, Jones & Green, 2 00 Best Hen, ‘¢ 330, Daniel Allen, 2 00 SPECIALS. $ 10 W.H. Chudleigh, best trio Chicks, No. 84, H. 10 00 M. Thomas, 38 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 46 W. Phelps & Co., best trio Fowls, No. 66, DOMINIQUES, Jones & Green, $10 00} Chicks—lst Premium, No. 370, Allen & Hutchinson, $2 00 66 FF. Woolfenden, best Cock, No. 84, H. M. Thomas, 10 00 PR ar Achy Gi Wie EL: Todd, pest collection Butts, Nos. 65 to 70, 90 Wagner & Thompson, best Dominique Cock, No. Jones & Green, : HOY 370, Allen & Hutchinson, 5 00 838 Geo. Kittleberger, best Hen, No. 330, Daniel 3 Be Allen, 5 00 PLYMOUTH ROCKS. 4 Chicks—Ilst Premium, No, 284, C. W. Boyce, 2 00 PARTRIDGE COCHINS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 191, W. H. Todd, z 00 j SHLESUDS, 24 « «“ 520, F. C. Irvine, 1 09 | Chicks—1st Premium, No. 92, Ferguson & Howard, 2 00 3d GG “ 495, J. C. Hatch, Dip. SPECIALS. Chicks—lst “* ‘81, Wm. Jenney, Jr., 2 00) 55 Saginaw Valley Poultry Yards, best trio Silkies, 2d aN iy 8, J. D. Yerkes, 1 00 No. 92, Ferguson & Howard, 10 00 Ri “ 563, J. C. Hatch, Dip. ENGLISH PHEASANTS, Best Cock, ‘ 191, W. H. Todd, 2 00 A i | 1 ) b TBs Helen «562, W. H. Todd, 2 00 st Premium, No. 486, Wm. Wright, 2 00 BLACK B, RED GAMES. oS ee Fowls—lst Premium, No. 820, Daniel Allen 2 00 62 Vernor Bros., best Cock, No. 191, W. H. Todd, 10 00 Eeaeaie y : 2d ct “« 85, H. M. Thomas, 1 00 70 A. H. West, best trio Fowls, No. 191, W. H. A Todd 10 00 3d “ “« 201, W. H. Todd, Dip. , hicks—1 “ “32 i (3 TRL, ileoe, Moss Taille, NEM, WE EL Mae, BOOP me Me ee 2 209 88 J. C. Hatch, best trio Chicks, No. 81, Wm za Cee ones 100 pert it , } ; Best Cock, “« 85, H. M. Thomas, 2 00 Jennep, Jr., 5 00 i 93 J. G. Lapham, best brace P. C. Pullets, No. pede See 497, R. M. Baker, 5 00| 2 Abbot & Ketchum, best collection Games, Nos. s % we 820 to 825 and 3837 to 841, Daniel Allen, 10 00 5 a ee cae 11 W.H. Chappell, best pair Black B. Red Games, Fowls—lst Premium, No. 194, W. H. Todd, 2 00 No. 85, H. M. Thomas, 10 00 Chicks—Ist is “« 196, W. H. Todd, 00 ; 2a « «© 195, W. H. Toda, 1 09/45 Potter & Porter, best Game Cock, any variety, No. 85, H. M. Thomas, 10 00 Ses errs i 82 A. Hartness, best Game Hen, any variety, No. 13 Detroit Free Press, best trio Fowls, No. 194, W. 320, D. Allen, 5 00 H. Todd, 10 00 42 Morhouse, Mitchell & Byram, best Cock, No. DUCKWING GAMES. 194, W. H. Todd, 10 00} Fowls—2d Premium, No. 78, W. A. Hatch, Jr., 1 00 60 Tunis & Parker, best trio Chicks, No. 196, W. 3d GB “ 403, R. W. Beach, Dip. H. Todd, 10 00| Chicks—2d ‘i (“79 WerA Hatch) dns, 1 00 BLACK COCHINS. Best Cock, “ 553, B. F. Clark, 2 00 Fowls—Ist Premium, No. 27, Goodale & Higgins, 2 00 PILE MUFF GAMES. Chicks—Ist y: ‘197, W. H. Todd, 2 00! Fowls—Ist Premium, No. 273, W. Wright (Howell), 2 00 SPECIALS. 2d G6 “« 2765, A. Wright, 1 00 1 American Express Co., ae eee Asiatics, PILE GAMES. Mies: HED Ko Uy Wo Lets ENelshe 10 00) Howls—ist Premium, No. 274, W. Wright (Howell), 2 00 COLORED DORKINGS. 92d “ ‘39, W. B. Cowan, 1 00 Fowls—lst Premium, No. 198, W. H. Todd, 2 00 : DERBY GAMES. Best Cock, any color, ‘¢ 254, L. G. Jarvis, 2 00 REA RTE No. oGtWOe TreaA ate H ar i) Seth, Co Torah 2 00 wls— remium, No. 204, W. H. Todd, e Bese evict sie? ai ChickecIstu coulis Qonmweeramoade 2 00 SSE aS: Best Cock, “ 204, W. H. Todd, 2 00 44 1H. Peavey, best Dorking Hen, No. 254, L. G. Jarvis, 10 00 SUMATRIA GAMES. SILVER GRAY DORKINGS. Fowls—3d Premium, No. 501, W. F. Jupp, Dip. Fowls—Ist Premium, No. 254, L. G. Jarvis, 2 00} Chicks—lst Ps “ 502, W. F. Jupp, 2 00 od “ “36, W. F. Cowan, 1 00| Chicks—2d G6 “ 508, C. R. Brand, 1 00 Chicks—1st GG “264, L. G. Jarvis, 2 00 BLACK SPANISH. WHITE DORKINGS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 311, Daniel Allen, 2 00 Fowls—lst Premium, No. 200, W. H. Todd, 2 00 2d ts «61, D. McR. Kay, 1 00 2d 8g “ 255, L. G. Jarvis, 00 3d ae “« 207, W. H. Todd, Dip. Chicks—ilst.. “ 2, Wm. Jenney, Jr., 200) Chicks—lst “ «¢ 312, Daniel Allen, 2 00 2d Gg “« 260, L. G. Jarvis, 1 00 Sa ened Galo “ 260, W. H. Todd, Dip. 73 T. L. Backus, best trio W. Dorkings, No. 82, Best Cock, “« 311, Daniel Allen, 2 00 Wm. Jenney, Jr., 10 00! Best Hen, ‘« 311, Daniel Allen, 2 00 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE 39 SPECIALS, 3 EH. T. Barnum, best collection in Spanish Class, Nos. 206 to 211, W. H. Todd, Dean, Brow & Co., best trio Black Spanish, Dan- iel Allen, Newcomb, Endicott & Co., best Black Spanish Cock, No. 811, Daniel Allen, Hall Bros., best brace Black Spanish Hens, No. 311, Daniel Allen, WHITE LEGHORNS. Fowls—lst Premium No. 21, Goodale & Higgins, 40 84 2d GB & 285, C. W. Boyce, 3a “ « 208, W. H. Todd, Chicks—1st “ “¢ 286, C. W. Boyce, 2d Ge «93, Ferguson & Howard, 3d 6 u 41, MoT. North, Best Cock, ‘¢ 286, C. W. Boyce, Best Hen, “21, Goodale & Higgins, SPECIALS. 14 Detroit Tribune Co., W. L. Fowls; No. 21, Good- ale & Higgins, 21 &R. H. Fyfe, best trio W. L. Chicks, No. 286, C. W. Boyce, 22 Farrand, Williams & Co., best W. L. Cock, No. 286, C. W. Boyce, 88 Mowry & Co., best collection W. Leghorns, Nos. 285 to 289, C. W. Boyce, BROWN LEGHORNS. Chicks—I1st Premium, No. 289, C. W. Boyce, 2d i (G21 Wieeele “Lod di; 636, J. G. Lapham, SPECIALS. 87 Michigan Exchange, best trio Brown Leghorns, No. 289, C. W. Boyce, WHITE CRESTED BLACK POLISH. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 257, L. G. Jarvis, 2d ds « 257%, L. G. Jarvis, 3d ag «218, W. H. Todd, Chicks—1st a 261, L. G. Jarvis, 2d OG “212, W. H. Todd, SPECIALS. 15 Detroit Daily Post, best trio W. C. Black Polish, No. 257, L. G. Jarvis, SILVER POLISH. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 86, H. M. Thomas, 2d aC ey 7 HOERD Es erkes,. Chicks—2d ae ‘¢ 432, W. EH. Springsteen, SPECIALS. 8 K.C. Barker & Co., best trio 8. S. Polish Fowls, No. 86, H. W. Thomas, GOLDEN POLISH. Fowls—i1st Premium, No. 268, L. G. Jarvis, Chicks—I1st eG Coe 210% a 9d “ cc 279, a3 CREVECQURS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 354, Allen & Hutchinson, 2d a “ 215, W. H. Todd, “« 488, F. Peavey, $10 00 10 00 10 00 5 00 2 00 1 00 Dip. 2 00 1 00 Dip. 2 00 2 00 10 00 10 00 10 00 10 00 2 00 1 00 Dip. 10 00 mee bo S (=) Chicks—lst Premium, No. 390, Allen & Hutchinson, $2 00 od 13 (13 855, iG (13 1 00 Best Cock, “354, 6G 68 2 00 Best Hen, “390, @ a6 2 00 SPECIALS. 6 H. G. Blanchard, best collection in French Class, Nos. 468 to 473, H. G. Blanchard, 10 00 76 Chalmers & Clifford, best trio Creves, No. 354, Allen & Hutchinson, 5 00 HOUDANS, Fowls—lst Premium, No. 216, W. H. Todd, 2 00 2d GG ‘« 471, H. G. Blanchard, 1 00 3d at ‘¢ 610, Edward Pitt, Dip. Chicks—Ist uC “ 472, H. G. Blanchard, 2 00 2d uu “& 217, W. H. Todd, 1 00 3d oe ‘¢ 292, C. W. Boyce, Dip Best Cock, “ 472, H. G. Blanchard, 2 00 Best Hen, « 258, L. G. Jarvis, 2 00 SPECIALS. 16 Ducharme, Fletcher & Co., best trio Houdans, No. 216, W. H. Todd 10 00 47 Thos. Palmer, best Houdan Cock, No. 472, H. G. Blanchard 10 00 81 W. Foxen, best Houdan Hen, No. 258, L. G. Jarvis 5 00 LA FLECHE. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 468, H. G. Blanchard 2 00 2d ct « 219, W. H. Todd 1 00 Chicks—lst ue “ 469, H. G. Blanchard 2 00 2d « “« 218, W. H. Todd 1 00 SPECIALS. 34 A. G. Lindsay, best trio La Fleche, No. 468, H. G. Blanchard 10 00 GOLDEN-SPANGLED HAMBURGS. Fowls—lIst Bnoranura) No. 221, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d « 358, Allen & Hutchinson 1 00 8d “ “ 266, L. G. Jarvis Dip. Chicks—1st GG “« 220, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d GO ‘ 360, Allen & Hutchinson 2 00 3d “ 359, Allen & Hutchinson Dip. Best Cock, “ 221, W. H. Todd 2 00 Best Hen, : “221, W. H. Todd 2 00 SPECIALS. 4 W. Buhl & Co., best collection in Hamburg Class, Nos. 220 to 225, W. H. Todd 10 00 77 Geo. E. Curtis, best trio G. S. Hamburgs, No. 221, W. H. Todd 5 00 91 B. Wright, best G. S. Hamburg Cock, No. 221, W. H. Todd 5 00 SILVER SPANGLED HAMBURGS. Fowls—lst Premium, Ne; 224, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d “ 293, C. W. Boyce 1 00 Chicks—1st Gb GB 3) J. D. Yerkes 2 00 2d “ he i J. D. Yerkes 1 00 8d “ “ 6, J. D. Yerkes Dip. Best Cock, a6 8, J. D. Yerkes 2 00 Best Hen, fr 1, J. D. Yerkes 2 00 SPECIALS. 17 Detroit Stove Works, best trio 8. 8. Heeapereet No. 3, J. D. Yerkes 10 00 92) Ji Dt Yerkes, best collection S. S. Hamburg Chicks, No. 1 to 6, J. D. Yerkes 5 00 89 F. Palms, best 5S. 8. Hamburg Cock, No. 3, J. D. Yerkes 5 00 (Lo be continued.) 40 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JoserpH M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington, { a Sf ascreny foun AND JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. OULTRY (Fxouanes, Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. 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The responsibilities of the day will weigh on him at night; he cannot rid him- self of them. Social enjoyment, conversation, ordinary amusement and recreation will serve but a temporary pur- pose, and cannot be relied on to divert the mind from anx- jety and care. Try the experiment. Take to collecting en- gravings or coins or shells or anything else, so it be a subject to interest you, and make a hobby of it. It will absorb the mind, enable it to throw off all business thought, afford sen- sible relief and refreshment, and bea great insurance against those diseases of the brain which close the labor and useful- ness of so many strong intellects. The summer vacation, which is about the only recreation an American professional or business man allows himself, is apt to be wasted entirely by the want of mental refreshment which cannot be found in the ordinary resorts of summer pleasure seekers. The vacation does little good to him who carries his business on his brain; and it too frequently hap- pens that men go to places where they have no resort for amusement except to the newspapers and the business talk of other weary men like themselves. It is not every man who should go a-fishing, but there are many who would find this their true rest and recreation of body and mind. +See (For Fanciers’ Journal.) -THE DUST-BATH FOR FOWLS. Ir has been noticed by many breeders that a great many Asiatic fowls raised and kept in a city have white legs, and particularly the light Brahmas of this city. It is often re- marked by the owners of these fowls that if they had a grass run for awhile they would come all right, but could not give It is a well-known fact that nearly all fowls kept in large cities have no grass runs, and the yards in which they are kept are usually on a strata of ashes, and as their dust-bath is composed of ashes also, a great portion of which is from wood, the alkali I am satis- fied is what causes the mischief; and, having no grass run, the natural color of the legs does not return, and so many an otherwise good fowl has been condemned for this, which is no fault at all. City fanciers, cover your yards with sandy loam or road dust. Make your dust-bath of the same mate- rial, into which a little carbolate of lime may be put, and my word for it, you will have no more white-legged Asiatic fowls. This is no theory, but has been proved by actual test. a reason for their legs being white. sem (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE NEW DEPARTURE. Mr. Eprror: I am glad to know that the Buffalo Show, which is now the largest and most prosperous in this coun- try, adopts what you call the ‘‘ New Departure,” in offering society premiums for single specimens instead of trios. A few years ago I wrote several articles for one of our poul- try journals advocating this departure from our usual mode at least so far as giving premiums for pairs in preference to trios is concerned. Iam glad to know that the Western New York Society takes the lead in this matter, and sets up the true standard for the country. When you or I come to purchase a fowl, as when we come to purchase a blooded cow or a blooded horse, we examine into the individual merits of the specimen. It has always been a mystery to me why fowls, particularly chickens, should be exhibited and be made to compete for premiums in trios, while every species of animal, cows, horses, sheep, dogs, and all, were made to compete by single specimens. The Connecticut society has for several years been exhib- iting in pairs, and I have wondered why their plan has not been followed by other Societies; in fact, all the Societies have, in a great measure, acknowledged the truth of this principle, by securing and offering special premiums for single specimens. The result will certainly be to bring out the best indi- vidual specimens. There is many a one who may have an excellent specimen, or a number of them, and yet they may not match as perfectly as some one’s trio of much less beauty or perfection, and yet, by the old method, the inferior birds would carry off the prize, and the best bird be made to accept the second, or possibly a lower premium. Single specimens of excellence now have a chance, and let us hope that ad- vantage will be taken of this new departure, and the best fowls in the country be brought forward at Buffalo, and doubtless the remaining Societies in general will not be slow to adopt the same plan if it prove good in practice. Another suggestion in this connection and I have done. Now that this plan bids fair to be adopted, would it not be well always to have the number of points adjudged the first premium bird published in the report of the exhibition? It seems to me, as I have argued before, that this would have a tendency to encourage many to exhibit who now keep their fowls at home, believing that they will have no chance to win. When it is generally known that even a first premium bird may not carry more than eighty-five or ninety points, the tendency will be to call out birds of excellence which have never been before the public. A. N. BR. Lock HAVEN, Pa. FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 4] A REVISION OF THE AMERICAN STANDARD. Epiror OF THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. Dear Sir: In the first number of your journal appears a communication from Mr. H. Woodward, and also in the December issue of the Poultry Bulletin an article of the same tenor, under the above heading, in which he endeavors to answer these two questions, viz.: ‘¢‘ What is the use of a standard ?” and, ‘‘ How can astandard be applied to be most effective ?’’? The writer goes on to speak about the errors in judging at exhibitions, and the dissatisfaction which arises from this evil; the failure of the English ‘standard of ex- cellence ”’ to correct these errors, and also of our American ‘standard,’’ for the same reason— that it was powerless to reach the existing eyil.’’ He then answers the questions in this wise: ‘‘That a standard, which skould be the result of long and deliberate study of our wants, founded upon the ripest experience which can be brought to bear upon the sub- ject, may be a necessity in breeding for the exhibition, no one who is conversant with poultry fancying will probably deny; but such astandard should only be used, and can only be used to be of any service, in assisting the breeder to bring his stock, of whatever kind, up to the highest ideal. Beyond this we cannot go with the most perfect standard which can be devised, and any attempt to do more than this will result in inevitable failure, because we cannot make any arbitrary standard sufficiently flexible to meet all the circumstances of time, place, and occasion.” After reading these articles they leave a rather obscure impression of exactly what Mr. W. intends to express, if he means that judges should be bound by no fixed standard, but make their awards according to their own views, I think he is wrong. If a standard is necessary for the breeder, it is also necessary for the judge. What is the use of breeding to a standard if the fowls so bred are not to be judged in accordance with the same? By this system we should be worse off than we are by our present method, as it would not even have the merit of consistency which the other has; it would be different were all the exhibitions judged by the same men, and even this would be on a par with the English “standard,’? which Mr. Wright characterizes as the opinion of one or two individuals. But in this country of great dis- tances, very few good judges can afford the time and money to visit even the most important of the numerous exhibitions, and therefore committee-men and amateurs in the ‘ fancy,” of only perhaps a single year, are allotted the task of judging a certain breed which they are acquainted (?) with. If these judges are authorized to award according to their own opinions, which have probably been formed from acquaint- ance with one strain or style of the breed, with all proba- bility their awards will be biased by this knowledge, and it would be as likely that birds which were put last at this ex- hibition would receive first prize at another show with the same competition, through the views and opinions of some other judge, whose opinions have been formed by acquaint- ance with another strain of the breed. ‘ Everybody to their taste,’’ as the old woman said when she kissed the pig ; like- wise of opinions, they are as apt to differ. The only way in which this method of judging, without regard to the ‘‘standard,” could be carried out with any ex- pectation of success, would be to have professional judges thoroughly posted in everything pertaining to each and every variety of fowl, whose business it should be to officiate at all the exhibitions in the country; their awards would have the merit of being consistent at least, and fanciers could breed to the standard expressed in these awards, resting assured that future awards would be in conformity with the standard bred to. But this system of judging is not the best that can be de- vised. A proper standard of excellence and scale of defects combined with it, is decidedly the best basis to judge our ex- hibitions upon; and I have devised a plan for such a crite- rion, and a method of applying the same, which appears to me to present the best possible results attainable with our present light on the subject, and I will endeavor to present it in as clear a manner as possible. I have felt the want of some radical change in the scale of points of our “standard of excellence,’? which resulted in my article in the first number of your journal. In that com- munication I advocated the adoption of Mr. Wright’s method of valuing defects solely, and also of his scales with what alteration would appear desirable. I had applied his seale for Brahmas some time ago, when I first received the number of his work containing it, and found it much preferable to ours in general principles, and ease of application; but, since writing the article mentioned above, in attempting to make a standard for Houdans, on the same basis as his, I at once found that among the defects in his scale no notice was taken of any wrong color of legs, except that ‘yellow shanks’? was put among the disqualifications; this omission would allow any other wrong color to go unnoticed; and again, that no account was taken of ‘fifth toe not perfect in form and development,’’ while in Dorkings a numerical value of ten is given to this defect ; now supposing the compara- tive value of the defect to be the same in both cases, in Hou- dans it would have to be taken out of ‘‘want of symmetry,”’ and in a case so bad as to barely escape disqualification, by taking this amount from ‘‘ want of symmetry,” which is put at twelve, it would leave but two for defects in the rest of the body. It immediately occurred to me that in endeavor- ing to be concise, and make his scales or tables apparently simple, and easy of application, the author had failed in making them sufficiently flexible, and, consequently, they are not so accurate as is desirable. I have, therefore, come to the conclusion, that a scale of defects to be correct in this particular, should go more into detail, and in fact take cogni- zance of all the characteristics, both of general shape and color; that is, the standards of general shape and color, and the scale of defects should be combined and not separated. The plan I propose is, that the scale of points in the ‘American standard of excellence” be struck out entirely ; that the standards of ‘¢general shape’’ and of ‘color’ be united in one schedule; that under each point or character- istics of the various birds, in the schedules thus formed, there be enumerated special and general defects pertaining to it, and a numerical value given to them which should be in the proportion that the various defects bear to each other; and no arbitrary number whatever should be given as the value of the ‘ standard of perfection.” It is the height of absurdity to judge by an idea, a con- ception, by nothing tangible; we do not care to know how near our birds come to the judge’s ideal of a perfect bird ; judging is more a matter of excellence between two or more specimens, and each should be judged by the other. To illustrate: supposing two cock birds were entered for a spe- cial premium—the question for the judges to decide is, which of the two is most deserving of the prize in respect to the various points of the breed as laid down in the 42 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. “standard of excellence,’’ in view of the requirements of which both birds have been bred. Now, with such a stand- ard as I propose above, this decision would be arrived at in the following manner: Take the first point mentioned in the standard of the breed, which we will suppose to be “eomb.’’? Of the two birds to which it is to be applied, the one haying the most perfect comb, according to the de- scription in the schedule, should be marked as correct; now we have something we can see, which is before our eyes, by which to judge the other; and we mark against him, ac- cording to the amount of defect which his comb exhibits as compared with the more perfect one, which for the occasion we have taken as the standard; in this way we proceed with all the points applying each in turn, by taking the bird having the point in the greatest perfection as the stand- ard to judge the other by, marking against him such pro- portion of the value as given to that point, as the point bears to the more perfect one; then by adding up the fig- ures the one having the least will carry a majority of the most valuable points in the greatest perfection, and will of course be the better bird. In like manner this method can be used in judging a large class; first going through the class, marking off all disqual- ified pens; then going through again, marking off such defective specimens which, as can at once be seen, would have no chance of winning, until the competition is reduced down to a comparatively small number of pens. These pens which are now left for arbitration, should be taken out from among the others and placed altogether, so that they can be compared by the judges with the least amount of trouble, and to the best possible advantage. They can then be figured as in the case of the two birds mentioned above, and the awards made in conformity. In connection with this, I should like, also, to propose a plan, by which we may be enabled to correct such errors as might appear in the new standard; and also, that we may make such necessary changes as will, from time to time, appear desirable in conse- quence of the advancement made in breeding. The fact that the existing ‘‘standard”’ has become so impracticable and unreliable in the short period of two years, will furnish suffi- cient evidence of the necessity of something of this kind. I therefore make the following suggestion: That upon the re- quest of any fancier or breeder that a certain change be made in the standard of excellence, with his reasons for the same, the American Poultry Association shall cause the request to be published in as many of the poultry papers as is deemed desirable, or who will publish it free of charge, inviting all persons interested on the question to communicate with the Secretary of the Association, their views on the subject, or their reasons why the request should not be granted. At the annual meeting, a committee shall be appointed, its mem- bers having no personal interest in the matter, to examine the evidence presented to them, and to make a report to be acted upon in full meeting ; or if it is thought best the com- mittee shall have full power to decide the question at issue. If the alteration is made, the Association should cause it to be published in the poultry papers, and the poultry societies notified; so that the judging can be in conformity with the same. I think that the best results would accrue from the adop- tion, by the American Poultry Association, of an article in their constitution founded upon some plan similar to the above ; it would do away, in a great measure, with the ill- effects of a ‘‘fixed”’ standard. I am very glad that Mr. Woodward has expressed his opinions on this question, as they will undoubtedly cause considerable study and thought to be given to the subject, which will probably result in some satisfactory solution at the meeting to be held in Buffalo, on the 15th proximo. GrorcE FI. CLARKE. Boston, December, 1873. ae NEW HAMPSHIRE POULTRY SOCIETY. THE seventh annual exhibition will be held in the City Hall, Manchester, February 24, 25, and 26, 1874. The Society and special premiums amount to nearly one thousand dollars, which are open to the competition of the world. For rules, premium lists, entry blanks, &c., address Wo. G. Garmon, Secretary, Manchester, N. H. OrricE oF THE IowA State PouLTRY ASSOCIATION, Crpar Rapips, December 21, 1873. Jos. M. Wangs, Esq. Dear Srr: Our exhibition is over, and has been a success. The show of birds was all our hall could hold, and though there was a lack of some of the rarer varieties, the quality of those shown was excellent, and every one was both grati- fied and surprised to see so many fine birds, owned almost entirely in our State. Financially we are all right, and already have a good bid for the location next year. I showed the Jowrnal you sent me to all the fanciers present I could find, and every one liked it very much, and I think you will get quite a number of subscribers and adyer- tisements from this state. The Journal is just what I have long wished for. The monthly journals are first-rate, but I get hungry for news in regard to our specialties between the time of publication, and I welcome the Fanciers’ Journal as the one thing needed to supply a long-felt want. May success crown your effort is my heartfelt wish. Very truly yours, C. J. Warp, Secretary I.S. P. A. N.B.—Please find inclosed list of Premiums awarded at The Iowa State Poultry Association. Light Brahma Fowls. First, E. I. Purdy, Blairstown, Iowa; third, George Richardson, Atluntic, Iowa. Light Brahma Chicks. - First and second, C. J. Ward, Cedar Rapids; third, E. I, Purdy; fourth, F. S. Hedges, Fairfax, lowa; fifth, H. C. Piatt, Tipton, Iowa. Dark Brahma Fowls. First, W. D. Watrous, Cedar Rapids; second, H. C. Piatt, Tipton. Dark Brahma Chicks. First, C. J. Ward, Cedar Rapids ; second, L. H. Barnes, Blairstown, Iowa; third, H. C. Dar- rah, Dubuque; fourth, O. Jay Ferree, DeWitt, Iowa; fifth, J. H. Streeter, Cedar Rapids. Buff Cochin Fowls. First, H. C. Piatt, Tipton ; second, Ferguson Brothers, Cedar Rapids. Buff Cochin Chicks. First, C. J. Ward, Cedar Rapids; second, H. C. Darrah, Dubuque; third, H. C. Piatt, Tipton. Partridge Cochins. First, Z. C. Luse & Son, Iowa City ; second, Miss Madge Tupper, Des Moines. Partridge Cochin Chicks. First, L. H. Barnes, Blairs- town; second, Z. C. Luse & Son, Iowa City; third, H. C. Piatt, Tipton; fourth, O. C. Leonard, Cedar Rapids. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 43 Black Cochin Chicks. First, Z. C. Luse & Son. Plymouth Rocks. First, C. J. Ward. Dominiques. First, Thomas E. Pearson, Cedar Rapids ; second, O. C. Leonard, Cedar Rapids. White Leghorns. First and second, Law & Mills, Clin- ton, Iowa. Brown Leghorns. First, Henry W. Cornish, Cedar Rapids. Black Spanish Fowls. Second, Geo. Richardson. Black Spanish Chicks. O. C. Leonard. Silver Gray Dorking Fowls. Silver Spangled Polish Fowls. dar Falls. Silver Spangled Polish Chicks. First, A. B. Kendig ; second, John Weare, Cedar Rapids; Third, O. C. Leonard. W.C. B. Polish Fowls. Second, O. C. Leonard. Silver Penciled Hamburgs. First, J. H. Streeter. Golden Spangled Hambures. First, H. C. Darrah. B. B. Red, Game. First, Ely E. Weare, Cedar Rapids. Earl of Derby, Game. First, Edward R Bradford, Ce- dar Rapids. Black Red Game Bantam Chicks. First, C. W. Ward; second, Madge Tupper; third, O. C. Leonard; fourth, W. D. Watrous. Y. Duck Wing Game Bantams, Chicks. Ward; second, J. R. Newton, Cedar Rapids. Mexican Bantam Fowls. First, H. C. Darrah, Dubuque. White Bantam Fowls. First, O. C. Leonard. White Bantam Chicks. First, O. C. Leonard; second, B. E. Burtis, Cedar Rapids. Black Bantams. First, W. W. Dowart, Cedar Rapids. White Crested Bantams. First, O. C. Leonard. Golden Seabright Bantam Fowls. First J. F. Hotchkiss, Cedar Rapids. Houdan Fowls, First, Geo. Richardson; second, Miss Madge Tupper; third, H. C. Piatt. Houdan Chicks. First, H. C. Darrah; second, Miss Madge Tupper. Bronze Turkeys. First, HE. I. Purdy; second, H. C. Dar- rah; third, C. J. Ward. Aylesbury Ducks. First, H. C. Darrah. Rouen Ducks. First, Mrs. 8. G. Livermore, Robin, Iowa; second, H. I. Purdy. Muscovy Ducks. First, W. W. Dorwart. Birds—Song Canary. First, L. Louis Billau, Cedar Rapids ; second, W. L. Weller, Cedar Rapids. Bullfinch. First, Mrs. Jeff. Phillips, Cedar Rapids. Mocking. First, C. E. Calder, Cedar Rapids. Pigeons. P. Newcomb, Cedar Rapids, first on White Jacobins, Red Jacobins, Yellow Pouters, Black Pouters, White Pouters, White Fantails, and Carriers; second on May Flowers, Holland Tumblers. [Premiums would have been awarded on other varieties, but the Judges could not get the birds in hand to examine them, owing to the bad construction of the cage.—Szrc. | Stuffed Birds. First, Geo. Oliver; second, G. R. West, Cedar Rapids. Exhibition Coop. First, H. C. Darrah. Drinking Fountain. First, H. C. Darrah. First, Geo. Richardson ; second, First, O. C. Leonard. First, A. B. Kendig, Ce- First, C. J. YOUNG FANCIERS’ DIVISION. Josie Ward, Cedar Rapids, first on Red Game Bantam chicks. O. C. Leonard, Jr., first on White Bantam chicks; second on Partridge Cochin chicks; second on White Leghorn chicks; first on Houdan chicks; first on Light Brahma chicks. W. F. G. Benett, Cedar Rapids, first on Partridge Cochin chicks. John Krebs, Cedar Rapids, second on Buff Cochin chicks; second on Light Brahma chicks; second on Dark Brahmas. E. E. Day, Cedar Rapids, first on Dark Brahma chicks, and first on Buff Cochin chicks. B. F. Smith, Cedar Rapids, second on Gold Spangled Polish; first on White Leghorn chicks. E. Benjamin, Cedar Rapids, first on B. B. Red Game chicks. Henry Whiting, Cedar Rapids, second on Creepers. SPECIAL PREMIUMS. The Special Premiums were awarded as follows: C. J. Ward, for the best pair Light Brahma chicks, a trio of Black Cochins, value, $30; for best Light Brahma cockerel, $2; for the Light Brahma cockerel marking the most points, Farmer’s Barometer and Thermometer attached, $15; for best Light Brahma pullet, one bound yolume Poultry World, $2; for best Buff Cochin pullet, one bound volume Poultry World, $2; for best collection Bantams, one bound volume Poultry Record, 1878, $2; for the best Plymouth Rocks, a silver cup, value $15; for the best pair of Dark Brahma chicks, a trio Partridge Cochins, value $25; for the best pair Plymouth Rocks, $5; for best pair Dark Brahmas, the Fanciers’ Journal, $2.50; best pair Y. D. Wing Game Ban- tams, $5. Josie Ward, Cedar Rapids, for best pair Black Red Game Bantam chickens, $5. W. D. Watrous, Cedar Rapids, for the heaviest Dark Brahma hen, Fanciers’ Journal, $2.50; for best pair Dark Brahmas, with two pairs of their progeny, $6. Rey. A. B. Kendig, Cedar Falls, for best pair Silver- Spangled Polish chickens, Farmers’ Union, $2; for best pair Silver-Spangled Polish fowls, $5; for best pair Silver Polish, Fanciers’ Journal, $2.50. E. I. Purdy, Blairstown, for best pair Bronze turkeys, $10; for best and heaviest Bronze turkeys, Farmer’s Barom- eter, value $10; for best pair Bronze turkeys, bound volume Poultry Record, $2. Mrs. H. C. Darrah, Dubuque, for best article on Preven- tion and Cure of Cholera, Roup, and Catarrh in fowls, ten yearly subscriptions to Northwestern Poultry Journal. Thos. E. Pearson, Cedar Rapids, for best American Dom- iniques, $5. Miss Madge Tupper, Des Moines, for best Partridge Cochin pullet, bound volume Poultry World, $2; for second best pair Houdans, $1. : Z. C. Luse & Son, Iowa, for best pair of Partridge Cochins, $5; for best pair Black Cochins, $5; for best collection of Cochins, not less than three varieties, silver cup, $10; for best pair of fowls or chickens of any variety,—one pair Black Red Game Bantams, $10. H. C. Piatt, Tipton, Iowa, for best pair Houdan chickens, Dubuque ‘Weekly Herald, $2.50. H. C. Darrah, Dubuque, for best pair Houdans, $3; for best pair Aylesbury ducks, Farmers’ Union, $2; for best col- lection of ducks, bound volume Poultry Record, $2. George Richardson, Atlantic, Lowa, for best pair Houdans, Iowa Homestead, $2.50; for best pair Black Spanish, 1000 business cards. 44 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Ely E. Weare, Cedar Rapids, for best pair Black Red Game chickens, silver cup, $5. O. C. Leonard, Cedar Rapids, for best pair Colored Dork- ings, Farmers’ Union, $2. Jan Gkerke, Colony, for best pair Toulouse geese, $5. Mrs. 8. G. Livermore, Robin, for best pair Rouen ducks, $5. P. Newcomb, Cedar Rapids, for best collection of Pigeons, not less than six varieties, Fanciers’ Journal, $2.50. O. C. Leonard, Cedar Rapids, for best pair Light Brah- mas, by exhibitor under eighteen years of age, Western Agriculturist, $1. Ernest E. Day, Cedar Rapids, for best pair Buff Cochins, by exhibitor under eighteen years of age, Western Agri- culturist, $1; for best pair Buff Cochins, exhibited by breeder under eighteen years of age, Farmers’ Union, $2. C. HK. Calder, Cedar Rapids, for best male Mocking Bird, $5. J. Louis Billau, Cedar Rapids, for best singing Canary, $5. Mrs. Jeff. Phillips, for best Bullfinch, $5. W.G. F. Benett, Cedar Rapids, for best pair Partridge Cochins, exhibited by a breeder under eighteen years of age, Farmers’ Union, $2. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CHICKEN CHOLERA AND ROUP. THE writer is an old breeder of poultry in Massachusetts, having for more than thirty years been an importer, and fancier in rearing the Asiatics, principally ; as well as a free experimenter with ald varieties, from the petite bantam to the gigantic Cochin and Shanghai. Looking over the pages of the Fanciers’ Jowrnal, I noted allusions to what is termed “ chicken cholera,’ among other fowl diseases, with proposals for its prevention or cure. Ido not know how many thousands of domestic birds I have raised successfully in the past three decades, but certainly a great many. I never saw a case of chicken cholera in my own experience with fowls, and never had a dozen cases of roup in my yards to my knowledge. As to the ‘‘cholera”’ (so called), I think it must perhaps be limited to Pennsylvania or the Middle States; and I judge, from the fact that ald the accounts I have ever read (where this disease prevailed to any extent), related to the existence of this poultry scourge in that region only, we certainly have never been troubled with it in New England. TI therefore conclude that chicken cholera does not occur with us, on account, probably, of the difference in climate. We get a good many fowls here, in later years, from Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, &c., and I do not see but that they thrive sub- sequently with us as well as any birds we import or obtain out-of New England. I am, consequently, curious to know why it is, that in all our numerous purchases from your vicinity (and there certainly have been sent hither from your part of the country hundreds of fowls) we do not get this disease communicated among our poultry. As to roup, we do meet with this frequently; but it may invariably be accounted for where it occurs with any severity. The loose and heedless manner in which our poul- try is too commonly cared for; the hiving of any given number in close, foul quarters; the exposure to rain, snow, cold winds, storms, &c., at all seasons; the neglect to keep fowls decently comfortable by night; the absence in their limited coops of fresh, clean water daily, which is a desider- atum to their health; and other similar neglects occasion roup nineteen times out of twenty, when it occurs. But these diseases are epidemic, say most breeders. Very good—admitted ; yet they must have a starting point. If you purchase a roupy fowl accidentally, kill and bury him; or return him, on sight, whence he came. If you note its presence, at once remove the infected fowl from among your flock ; and if another shows the symptoms, serve him, or her, in the same summary way. That is my course invariably ; and I have had very few sick fowls in my extensive poultry yards, in the past more than a quarter of a century. ‘‘ Expensive work, this!’’ says one. Yes, so itis; if you suffer it to continue and spread among your flocks. Not otherwise, comparatively. It is an evil; but of the two evils always choose the least. Roup once under headway in your poultry houses, will kill ten, and miserably befoul, sicken, and render useless, for weeks or months, twenty or fifty, while you are destroying but one or two. Andif you do not believe this, try to cwre this disease after it fairly gets under headway among your broods, and see how you come out. Fowls that are huddled together in masses, in close, filthy quarters at night; that are ill-fed and foul-watered, or exposed to cold draughts of winds or storms, will generate among themselves roup and lice, with astonishing celerity and certainty. Prevent this, by the opposite kind of care and shelter, and the breeder, in my opinion, will have little or no roup or cholera among his chickens. At least, such is the experience of an OLD BREEDER. MITCHELL, ONT., CANADA, December 24, 1873. FRIEND WADE. . Since last hearing from you, I have had the misfortune to be burned out on the 12th of November. My premises were totally destroyed by fire. I need scarcely say this has to a small extent upset my calculations, and for a short time demoralized the ‘‘ Mitchell Columbary.’”? However, nothing daunted, I have again built, and my birds are comfortably housed. Most of my birds were got out on the same principle that pianos are from third floor windows, nothing the worse for it. Many died in the bags in which they were carried; some were burned after getting them out of the fire; some flew into the flames; many perished with the cold, and some of the hardier kinds are flying wild to this day. My high hopes of a pleasant time as an exhibitor and visitor at the approaching Buffalo show, which is within easy reach, have crumbled into pieces. JI fully intended to be there, and to have again greeted the ring friends. I an- ticipated meeting yourself among the number. I received the Fanciers’ Journal and Poultry Exchange, and am wuch pleased to find that we have now a medium through which we can find what we want, and tell what we have, once a week. You have my best wishes for its success and prosperity. Put me down as a subscriber and find herewith my adver- tisement. Before closing my letter, allow me to say to those who are no doubt surprised at not receiving answers to their let- ters, and still more at the non-receipt of birds which have been paid for, as ordered, that I sincerely regret the incon- venience and unpleasantness it may have occasioned them, and ask under the circumstances, their kind forbearance. Those who have not countermanded their orders will have them filled this week. Yours truly, F. F. Pore. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 45 Br CuEeERFUL.—Emerson says: ‘‘Do not hang a dismal picture on the wall, and do not deal with sables and gloom in your conversation.’”’? Beecher follows with: ‘ Away with these fellows who go howling through life and all the while passing for birds of paradise. He that cannot laugh and be gay should look well to himself. pray until his face breaks forth into light.” takes up the strain : comfort the afflicted when they groan over them. Don’t drive a hearse through a man’s soul. When you bind up a broken bone of a soul, and you want splints, do not make them of cast-iron.” Talmage then THE BUCKS COUNTY POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Organized Noy. 15, 1873. Officers for the year 1873-4. Pres- ident: A. M. Dickie, Doylestown. Vice-Presidents: E. T. Ochs, Quakertown; HE. G. Harrison, Hulmeville. Corres- ponding Secretary: T. H. Walton (P. O. Box 130), Doyles- town. Recording Secretary: Theodore P. Harvey, Doyles- town. Treasurer: H. M. Twining, Doylestown. Executive Committee: A. M. Dickie, Doylestown; E. T. Ochs, Quaker- town; E. G. Harrison, Hulmeville; T. H. Walton, Theo. P. Harvey, H. M. Twining, W. T. Rogers, W. T. Eisenhart, Charles Rotzell, Wm. Frankentield, Doylestown; Ingham Smith, Doylestown Township ; John J. Moore, Quakertown ; Wm. H. Gruver, Springfield; Charles D. Mathews, New Britain; John Kitchen, Solebury; Edwin Johnson, Upper Makefield; Isaac Dudbridge, Warwick. POULTRY SHOWS. Maine, Portland, January 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th. Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, January 26th to 31st. Pennsylvania, Pittsburg, Jan. 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th. A. Miller, Secretary. Pennsylvania, Doylestown, first week in February. Thos. Walton, Secretary. Western New York, Buffalo, January 15th to 20th. G. W. White, Secretary. Entries close January 5th. Central New York, Utica, January 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th. L. B. Root, Secretary. New England, Worcester, January 20th, 21st, 22d. Northern Qhio, Cleveland, January 23d to 29th. Massachusetts, Boston Music Hall, February 4th to 11th. New Hampshire Poultry Society, Manchester, Feb. 24th, 25th, and 26th. Wm. G. Garmon, Secretary. A. Exchange Column. 4a ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Five Lines, or SIxTy WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE AL- “LOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS, from Imported Stock, and comparing favorably with the best, will be exchanged for Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. Address WM. ATWOOD, Big Flats, New York. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange tor Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash. Address E. R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. a BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright). The Brahma Fowl The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)... The Pigeon Book Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). Domestic Poultry (Saunders American Bird Fancier.,. Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 v Is. 6 The uiustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly Bans, each American Standard of Excellenc Any book on any advertised list of price. Address Paper, 40c., C loth, prepe ceipt JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa LIGHT BRAHMAS AND WHITE LEGHORNS.— Very fine young birds, from the finest strain in this country. For sale at $5 per pair, to reduce stock. Seven Cocks, $3 each, or will exchange for good Light Brahmas, or Houdan Pullets. T. J. WOOLDRIDGE, M.D., French Hay, Hanover Co., Va. “Some people have an idea that they | - | black bars, $15 He should fast and | Ree | Red Cock, and Yellow Hen, FANCY PIGEONS.—MARBLE, 13 South Liberty St., Baltimore, Md., having selected his Breeding Stock, will be glad to dispose of his surplus stock of Pigeons, all of which have been bred with the greatest care for purity of strain and markings, namely: pair Yellow Swallows, 25 pair ditto, $15; pair ditto, $25. Pair Red wallows $10; pair ditto} $15. Pair Black Swallows, $10; pair ditto, $12.50. Pair Blue Swallows, pair ditto, without bars (very scarce), $30; odd cocks and hens of above colors, $4 to $7.50 each. Pair Blue Magy (capped), $12. Pair Black Mag (capped), $ Pair Yellow Magpies (capped), $20. Also, Blue Cock, 50; Black Cock, 5; Red Hen, 4. Pair Nuns (yellow coc k red hen), $15. Yellow Nun Hen, $5. Pair Red Turbits (Points), $10; pair ditto, $12.50; pair ditto, $15; pair ditto (shellcrests), $6; pair ditto, $8. Pair Red Priests (well feather-footed), $10 ir ditto,’ $ 10; pair Yellow ditto, $20*. Red Chequer s Pair Spangled Priests, very pretty, Cock, Golden Dun Hen Pri $15*. Pair Black Starling 1exB , White heads, half-moon breasts and bars, good crests, $15#; Pair A - pair ditto, $15*; pair black mottled Trumpeters (imported), $ S s (imported), $40: ; Cock, Dol ; pa KS light-mottled (imported), $15 ; all have spleMdid crests, rose, and feath- ered feet, winners of many prizesin England. Forty Shortfaced Tum- blers, ‘Almonds, Red and Yellow Agate Mottles, Splashes, Kites, and Whole-feather, ‘from $6 to $30 per pair ; for head and beak properties, as well as carriage and style, there are none better. Three pairs Buff Tum- blers, pleasant-faced birds, very pretty, at $5 per pair. All the aboveare in health and warranted breeders. No extra charge for coops. A liberal discount to dealers. Express charges must be prepaid. N.B.—Birds marked thus * are first-class exhibition birds, fit to win in good company. L. T, & W. CHARLES, HORNELLSVILLE, N. Y., Breeders of Plymouth Rocks, and Partridge Cochins; Eggs, $3.50 per doz. White Leghorns, and Domi- niques; Eggs, $3 per doz. Hou- dans, W. C. Black Polish, W. Geor- gian Games, 8. P. Hamburgs, and White Guineas; Eggs, $2 per doz ~ Dark and Pearl Guineas, andWhite Bantams; Eggs, $1.75. Aylesbury Rouen, Cayuga, and Plata Ducks; Eggs, $3.50 Fancy Pigeons, in great variety, from 50c. to $20 per pair. Ducks; Eggs, $4 per doz. per doz. Agents for Fancy Poultry, Books, and appliances. Cc. B. ELBEN, PITTSBURGH, PA, Will make a specialty of the following breeds of Fowls and Ducks, for the season of 1874; no others kept. Light and Dark Brahmas, Dominiques, Black African Bantams, and Aylesbury Ducks. No orders solicited ex~ cept from responsible parties, when time for examination and payment will be given. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE. —1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the w ings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, 18’ inc shes long, good legs) nicely booted, and in marking is w ell suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. POUTERS FOR SALE,—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 1 1814 inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 1714 inches long, quite well marked, well booted, and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. Price, $30. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. MITCHELL COLUMBARY.—Fancy Pigeons in great variety; Yellow, Black, and Blue Fantails, and Carriers, a specialty. I would call attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an Epo r LY to procure them is rarely afforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. FF. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. A. L. DORR, Box 995, Haverhill, Mass., offers for sale, Pure Bred Partridge Cochins, at $1.50 each, or w ould exchange for some Fine White Leghorn Cocks. "Eggs for sale, from Partridge Cochins, at $2; White Leghorns, at $1.50. Also, have nearly every known variety of Pigeons for sale cheap. EGGS FOR EARLY HATCHING, $6, FROM OAK LANE POULTRY YARDS.—Immediate application from those who have asuit- able place in which to raise early chicks for exhibition purposes, will se- cure a few sittings from my BEST LIGHT BRAHMA STOCK, which will be ready for delivery in time to be hatched in February. Specimens of this celebrated premium stock were considered worthy of illustration in Wright’s New Book of Poultry, No. 22. Cash orders booked and filled in rotation. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. WHITE BANTAMS.—A trio of these pretty pets for sale low. They are good layers, cost little to keep, and excellent for the table, and cin be kept without m g with the Asiatic breeds, in the same pen if necessary. Price, only 38. _ Eggs for hatching, per setting, $1. Also, for sale, a pair of GUINEA PIGS. The male is ‘entirely white, the female nearly so, only having a small spot of color about the head, in which re- spect they are quite rare, $9. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia, GRAVES’ INCUBATOR can be seen in working order at 26 N. Market Street, Boston, Mass. Send for Circulars. JACOB GRAVES. W. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensville, Pa., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains. Also, Houdans from Cooper, Treland. 46 FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. YOUR NAM p Displayed in large type, with list of fowls kept, insertedin Poultry Breeders’ Directory for tilty cents, to be issued about January 1st, 1874. Price 15c., post-paid, H. S. BINGHAM, Sparta, Wis. FOR SALE.—One pair of Imported Fantail Bantams. Price $10. E. C, Osborn, Box 165, Albany, N. Y. GOLDEN AND SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS, GOLDEN AND SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS. White, Black, and Yellow Fantails; Almond, Mottled, and Kite Tumblers; Black and Mottled Carriers; Blue-Winged Turbits. GEO. F, SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. « ? PITTSBURGH, PA., IS NOW BREEDING ONLY January 6th and 10th, 1874, inclusive. For Premium Lists and further information, address LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, A. A. MILLER, Cor. Sec’y, Lock-box A, 303, Entries close January 3d. Pittsburgh, Pa. From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. PAVONARIUS & MICHTLE, A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. CAGE MAKERS, AND DEALERS In SINGING BIRDS, G No. 1108 RIDGE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA. As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply Poultry and Pigeon Coops, for Exhibiting Fowls. Pigeons and other EGGS FOR HATCHING, pets, wholesale and retail. Singing Canaries, and Cages, sent safely by Express. WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. Estimates for Exhibition Coops furnished to Poultry Societies, at short notice. _ OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, GAME FOWLS. GAME FOWLS. | “BLACK BREASTED WILLOW-LEGS, A. A. MILLER, BROWN REDS, AND PILE. FANCY PIGEONS— Breeder of Leading Varieties of ) TRUMPETERS, HIGHFLYERS, oF ALL COLORS, FANCY POULTRY, BARBS, TUMBLERS, a nd many other varieties. LAND AND WATER. No Circular—write for what you want. W. S. CONOVER, ‘ P.O. Box 156, Bound Brook, N. J. Address A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa.; DARK BRAHMA FOWLS. : = oo —— E. H. WHITNEY, POULTRY BOOK AS A PRIZE CAMBRIDGEPORT, Mass. Given to those who purchase FOWLS of A few Young Fowls for sale. , ‘INE SrA edn Counts, New York,| GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—A few pairs or trios a : . of good Birds, at low figures. Address JAMES FISK, Price List free. Illustrated Catalogue ten cents. Es s Care of 39 N. Ninth St., Philada, Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL J. C. LONG, Jr., RAVENNA, OHIO, GHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, ee LI A 2, MA JOB PRINTING OFFICE. BUFF, WHITE, AND | PARTRIDGE COCHINS. ; FANCY PIGEONS, Anp ANGORA RABBITS. WE ARE NOW PREPARED To gentlemen wishing to purchase TO Good Stock at small figures, EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND Pitan Sabai) moe This is a rare opportunity. DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF WM. H. LOCKWOOD, HARTFORD, CONN. FANCY AND ae ee PRINTING, Having sold his entire stock of White Leghorns to Chas. A. Pitkins, WILL BREED AMERICAN DOMINIQUES ONLY! EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, EARLY IN THE SEASON, IN CASES WHERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- TEGETMEIR ON PIGEONS > tke Coe oe Oe than D cost, in pamphlet form. Address .W. +S, PORTS TON: eg eta New London, Conn. CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &e., &e. fg THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE FANCY PIGEONS.—I have on hand an immense quantity of NOT BECOME COMMON. Fancy Pigeons which I wish to nee of for want of time to give them proper attention. S. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Phila. AND ee POML PRY: HX@rELA NEG. Vor. 1. PHILADELPHIA, JANUARY 22, 1874. PHILADELPHIA ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS. time to time, to produce the reality, but, until recently, noth- ZootoatcaL Gardens for Philadelphia have been a dream | ing tangible has resulted. The idea has been too inchoate for many years, and spasmodic efforts have been made from | to develop much enthusiasm, and year after year our citizens | have returned from enjoying the delights of foreign gardens, and mildly wondered, in the true Phila- delphia style, why we should not have them. In connection with the Industrial Exhibition, by which it is intended to celebrate the century of the nation, and to gather together the products, inventions, and other indications of our national progress and wealth, the Zoological Garden of Philadelphia deserves immediate attention as an additional, and next to the grand exhibition itself the principal, attraction to the hundreds of thousands who will visit the City of Brotherly Love in 1876. The plan herewith annexed, prepared by Mr. H. G. Schwazman, Landscape Engi- neer, now chief engineer of the proposed Centennial buildings, shows the ground which has been granted by the Commissioners of the Fair- mount Park to the Philadelphia Zoological Society, and the manner in which it is proposed to lay it out. The gentleman who have taken the matter in hand are well-known for their energy and breadth of view, and if sustained in their endeavors will carry out the scheme in a man- ner worthy of this great and grow- ing city. In undertaking this work they have the advantage of the experience and counsel of similar societies in the old world, and particularly of the magnificent London Zoological Gar- dens, the officers of which are ex- tremely interested in the success of the enterprise here, and are prepared to aid, by advice and contributions, the Philadelphia Garden. A descrip- tion of the English society may be useful in forming an opinion of the feasibility and advantages of the pro- posed schemes. The London Zoologi- cal Society was organized in 1826, un- der the auspices of Sir Humphrey Davy,Sir Stamford Raffles, and other of eminent men, for the advancement ~ of zoology and animal -physiology, 50 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY HXCHANGE. and for the introduction and acclimatization of subjects of the animal kingdom. ~ By the charter, granted March 27, 1829, Henry, Marquis of Lansdowne, George, Lord Auckland, Charles Baring Wall, Joseph Sabine, and Nicholas Aylward Vigors, Esqs., were created the first fellows. These gentle- men were empowered to admit such other persons to be fellows, honorary members, foreign members, and corres- ponding members as they might think fit, and to appoint twenty-one of the fellows to be the council, which should manage the entire affairs of the Society and elect members thereof until the 29th of May following; at which time and annually thereafter the Society should hold a meeting, and by ballot remove five of this council, and elect five others in their place, being fellows of the Society, who, with those remaining, should constitute the council for the ensuing year. It will thus be seen that every year five of the council are voted out, and five others elected in their stead, thus retain- ing a large proportion of managers acquainted with the work- ings of the organization. By the by-laws fellows are required to pay twenty-five dollars initiation fee and fifteen dollars per annum, or one hundred and fifty dollars at once in lieu of such dues. An- nual subscribers pay the same amount yearly, but no initia- tion fee, and they are not permitted to vote at elections. Ladies are admitted as fellows upon the same terms and with the same privileges; with the addition, however, that they are allowed to vote by proxy. Fellows have personal admission to the Gardens, with two companions, daily, and receive orders, to be signed by them, admitting two persons on each Saturday and Sunday in the year. They are also entitled to twenty free tickets of admission. Sundays are set dpart specially for fellow- and their friends, the general public not being admitted. The Society has business and scientific meetings—the lat- ter monthly—and these are very largely attended and of the most interesting character. New and remarkable subjects of zoology are exhibited, papers and communications on an- imal physiology and zoology are read, and animated discus- sions carried on. An abstract of the proceedings is regu- larly forwarded to the scientific journals and newspapers. The Society also publishes a large variety of zoological mat- ter, which is furnished to fellows at one-fourth less than the price to strangers. very addition to the collection of the Society has its picture taken upon its entrance, and very handsome colored plates of those which are rare or curious are inserted in these publications. The sales from this source realized last year over thirty-seven hundred dollars. In 1871 the income of the Society was $128,101, of which $69,000 were from admissions to the Gardens, $9507 from Garden sales and rent of refreshment rooms, $3750 from the Society’s publications, and $39,415 from dues of fellows and annual subscribers. The expenses for the same year were $106,840, the principal items being—salaries, wages and pensions, $21,790; cost and carriage of animals, $10,560 ; provisions, $20,480; menagerie expenses, $10,480; Garden expenses, $3465. The annual income has so much exceeded the expenses during the last ten years that the Society has been able to devote over two hundred and thirty thousand dollars of such surplus to the permanent embellishment of its Gardens, and still retain some fifty thousand dollars as a reserve fund. In the collection of the Society are 590 quadrupeds, 1227 birds and 255 reptiles—altogether 2072. The quantity and various kinds of food—the knowledge of the tastes and ne- cessities of the animals—the temperature, ventilation, habi- tations and so on of such a large assortment of different species—necessitate the employment of trained and skilful servants and scientific officers. It has been seen that tho provisions and menagerie expenses alone exceed $30,000, and it must be remembered that the most difficult part, the brain-work, the knowledge—without which the whole would be a failure—is furnished the Society by its council entirely free. The collection of living animals is the finest in existence, and is daily increasing. Scattered everywhere are its cor- responding members, keeping it advised of every opportu- nity to augment its stores. Its agents have penetrated and are still exploring the desert and the jungle, braving the heats of the equator, and the terrible winters of the ice-bound regions. of the globe, to furnish every possible link in the grand procession of organized life. A large proportion of the most wonderful and valuable part of the collection has been presented by crowned heads and governors of different countries, British consuls, other zoological societies, British naval and military officers sta- tioned in foreign ports and posts, Englishmen of wealth and travelers. The donations to the Society for the year 1872 would alone be sufficient to establish a Garden at Fairmount Park which would be the finest in America. They amounted to over five hundred in number, and include almost every description of animal, from a tiger toa monkey, and from an imperial eagle toa humming bird. With our present connection by rail and steamer with the East and West In- dies, and other distant regions, let it only be generally known that a Zoological Garden now exists in Philadelphia, and it will receive contributions from all parts of the world. The Philadelphia society has already had numerous offers of animals, birds and reptiles, and the promise of any number for the mere cost of transportation. The officers of the Smithsonian Institution at Washington have expressed their willingness and desire to hand over to any proper associa- tion the many curious animals constantly offered it. The societies of Europe, many of whose managers have “been in communication with the one started here, are extremely anxious that a collection of American animals, birds, rep- tiles and fishes shall be made. It will be wholly unique, and will attract zoologists from every part of the world, permitting them, for the first time, to study the habits of many new species. This continent has a wealth of subjects of the animal kingdom as yet almost unexplored. The birds are absolutely innumerable, and the immense rivers pro- duce fishes of the most marvelous character and but little known. In the Berlin Garden, rapidly becoming a rival to the one in London, one of the greatest attractions, if not the chief, is the American beaver; an assemblage of a num- ber of these on the banks of the Schuylkill, giving an op- portunity of witnessing their astonishing sagacity, would of itself be an attractive exhibition. The Zoological Society of Philadelphia was incorporated by Act of the Legislature of Pennsylvania, approved March 21,1859. The site selected at that time, and approved by City Councils, was five acres of the extreme south eastern corner of the then Park, consisting of Sedgeley and Lemon Hill, and containing about two hundred acres. A meeting of certain prominent and influential citizens interested in the subject was held, and the matter carefully discussed. At subsequent meetings a constitution and by-laws were FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 51 adopted, officers elected, and plans proposed for raising the necessary funds. Soon after this the rebellion broke out, and in the clash of arms, the terrible anxieties of the times, and the fevered pursuit of wealth that followed the inflation of the currency, the subject of zoological gardens entirely disappeared. Many of those whose names appear as officially connected with the association, and whose purses and influence would now be warmly exerted in its favor, have passed away, to the irreparable loss of the Society. Those who remain have re- vived the project with every prospect of its complete ac- complishment. The increased wealth since the inception of the idea in 1859, the enlarged size of the Park, the growth of the city and the prospect of the Centennial, have widened the views of the Society and it is confidently anticipated that the Garden now established will equal in a few years the superb one of London. The strangers that will flock here in 1876 will one and all visit the Zoological Garden. In 1851, the year of the great Exhibition of London, the number of visitors to the Zoological Gardens increased from 360,402 in the year before to 667,243; and in 1862, the time of the second and International Exhibition, it leaped from 381,337 in 1861 to 682,205. The number has been steadily on the increase since its foundation. In 1863 the largest number up to that time, except the Exhibition years, was 468,700, and by regular progression annually it reached in 1871 the large amount of 595,917 persons. The situation of the Philadelphia Garden is most admi- rable in every way. Stretching along the west bank of the Schuylkill river for nearly a third of a mile; opposite the principal entrance to the Park on one side over the Girard Avenue bridge and the West Philadelphia approach by Thirty-fifth street on the other; directly on the route to the _ Centennial Exhibition; contiguous to the great railroad | artery of the United States, the Pennsylvania Central, a sideling from which will enter the receiving-house of the Society (marked D on the plan), and thus enable animals and curiosities from all parts of the United States to be car- ried without change of cars directly to the Garden, or from the Hast Indies, China, Japan, South America and the Pacific islands with but one trans-shipment; while the canal alongside enables freights of all kinds and from any part of the world to be deposited at the very entrance-gates; the ground rolling and fertile, rising in the centre, and suffi- ciently elevated to be away from the floods of the river; larger by some acres than the Zoological Garden of London; interspersed with handsome trees, many of them of noble size, planted by John Penn, whose family mansion, ‘ Solitude,” still stands (35) within the proposed inclosure, and has been carefully restored to its original appearance by the Society ; the old West Philadelphia Waterworks (20) only needing an engine to force the water into the lake, around which will be the abodes of the aquatic animals, and from whence the natural slope of the land will permit the irrigation of the whole tract; the great sewer for the use of the western portion of the city, now in process of construction, passing through the southern end of the Garden, and running along the bank of the river to empty below the dam; convenient to all parts of the city by means of the city railways and the Reading Railroad ;—these and many other advantages, which an examination of the illustration of the grounds will naturally suggest, produce a combination unsurpassed and unsurpassable anywhere. Is it exaggeration to say that the Philadelphia Zoological the garden. Gardens, once properly established, will be regarded with pride and affection by the citizens, and will very materially benefit the whole city? The grounds handsomely laid out in walks and drives, bordered with grass and flowers, terraced from the river; tables and chairs scattered about on the green sward under the trees; a band of music; the cool breezes from the Schuylkill; opposite, the beautiful Lemon Hill Park, with its broad drive alongside the bank—could anything be more attractive and wholesome to the hundreds of thousands who through the hot months are obliged to remain in the city? The advantages of a zoological garden will hardly be dis- puted, not only as a place of amusement, but of recreation and instruction, nor, with the experience of other institu- tions of like character, situated in cities much smaller than Philadelphia, will it be asserted that, if properly managed, it will not be not only self-supporting, but profitable. Like all public projects, however, it is up-hill work to procure the necessary funds to place it upon a solid basis. In these days of railroad securities and of large dividend-paying stocks and bonds, an immediate return is expected, and in- vestments in zoological stock seem to the American people money thrown away. Amsterdam, much smaller than Philadelphia, supports an admirable garden, almost rival- ling London. Hamburg rejoices in an excellent one, and so does Frankfort; and many others might be named, all less in size and without the trade and visitors of Philadelphia. London, Paris, Berlin, Vienna, and the larger cities of the world, as is well known, have collections of living animals which are the pleasure and wonder of their citizens and of all travellers. The gentlemen who were obliged to relinquish the plan of a zoological garden for Philadelphia upon the breaking out of the war, revived it again when affairs became settled, and in the spring of this year received the grant of land which has been described, and energetically proceeded to raise the requisite money to insure success. By the rules of the Society, members are elected upon ap- plication, and upon the payment of five dollars initiation fee and five dollars per annum thereafter, become entitled to admission to the garden and a vote in the proceedings of the Society, or they may commute all dues by the payment of fifty dollars upon election. : It was evident to the officers of the Society that increasing the membership was too slow a method of achieving any financial success, and they adopted the following plan for securing money: The Society issues certificates of stock of $100 each, upon which they agree to pay six per cent. in cash, and two and a half per cent. in tickets of admission to The cash interest is subject to the condition that the income of the Society shall first be applied to the maintenance of its collection, and the balance only is pledged to the stockholders. Admission to the garden has been fixed at twenty-five cents for an adult, half price for children, and upon certain days in the week, a nominal sum. These ar- rangements are of course subject to change, and may be al- tered before the opening of the garden. Persons making donations to the collection receive a complimentary annual ticket. It is important for those desiring to invest in the Society’s stock to consider the probability of the receipts exceeding the expenditures, and this can be demonstrated with almost mathematical accuracy in favor of the Society. The main entrance to the garden is directly opposite to the Lands- 52 FANCIERS’ downe drive, where the Girarp AVENUE BripaGE touches the west bank of the Schuylkill River, and this is the principal gives the recorded number of pleasure carriages and sleighs entering the park at this point and at the Green Street gate, during the year, as 363,138, of equestrians, 26,255, and of pedestrians, 385,832. These, in the words of the report (p. 60), “‘allowing three persons for each vehicle, will make a total of one million five hundred and one thousand four hun- dred and ten visitors passing these two entrances; and sup- posing the number of persons coming by the other ten en- trances to be not more than those recorded at these two, we shall have three millions as the approximate number of visi- tors.’” (To be continued.) (Continued from page 39, No. 3.) LIST OF AWARDS OF PREMIUMS OF THE Third Annual Exhibition of the Michigan State Poultry Association, Held at Detroit, December 16 to 19, 1873, GOLDEN PENCILLED HAMBURGS. Fowls—Ist Premium, No. 47, D. McR. Kay Chicks—Ist ‘ “47, D. McR. Kay 2d GG ‘¢ 318, Daniel Allen SPECIALS, 69 Wheeler & Garfield, best trio Pencilled Ham- burgs, Gold or Silver, No. 47, D. McR. Kay 10 00 $2 00 2 00 1 00 JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. SILVER PENCILLED HAMBURGS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 89, Ferguson & Howard $2 Chicks—2d 6g “222, W. H. Todd 1 BLACK HAMBURGS. 00" 00) Fowls—lst Premium, No. 49, D. McR. Kay 2 00 2d ob «391, A. B. Weed 1 00 Chicks—Ilst ‘648, D. McR. Kay 2 00 Bl @ «225, W. H. Todd 1 00 3d “ “392, A. B. Weed Dip. SPECIALS. 18 8S. D. Elwood, best trio B. Hamburgs. Chicks, No. 47, D. McR. Kay 10 00 BLACK B. RED GAME BANTAMS. Fowls—Ist Premium, No. 226, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d 66 “9, H. D. Taylor 1 09 3d UG “ 511, F. C. Irvine Dip. Chicks—1st uG “ 641, F. C. Irvine 2 00 2d ag “ 80, W. A. Hatch, Jr. 1 00 8d % “ 512, F. C. Irvine Dip. SPECIALS. 5 N. D. Backus, best collection in Bantam Class, Nos. 816 to 319, and 3403, D. Allen 10 00 30 F. C. Irvine, best collection B. B. R. G. Ban- tams, Nos. 511 to 516, 541, 542, F. C. Irvine 10 00 61 H. D. Taylor, best trio B. B. R. G. B. Fowls, No. 226 W. H. Todd 10 00 63 E. Woolfenden, best B. B. R. G. B. Cock, No. 77, J. J. Walker 10 00 BROWN B. RED GAME BANTAMS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 318, Daniel Allen 2 00 SPECIALS. 78 Detroit Metal and Plumbing Works, best trio Brown B. R. G. B., No. 318, D. Allen 5 00 PILE GAME BANTAMS. Fowls—Entry No. 3403, single Cock, highly commended. G. DUCKWING GAME BANTAMS. Fowls—2d Premium, No. 53, D. McR. Kay 1 00 3d 0 “ 319, D. Allen Dip. Chicks—Ist “ “¢ 62, D. McR. Cay 2 00 2d 8 “74, J. J. Walker 1 00 S. DUCKWING G. BANTAMS. Fowls—2d Premium, No. 60, Bert E. Mather 1 00 SPECIALS, 19 D.M. Ferry & Co., best trio Duckwing G. Ban- tams, No. 52, D. McR. Kay 10 00 SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS. Fowls—lst Preminm, No. 866, Allan & Hutchinson 2 00 Chicks—Ist cc ‘229, W. H. Todd 2 00 GOLDEN SEBRIGHT BANTAMS. Fowls—lst Premium, No. 10, H. H. Taylor 2 00 2d a6 “930, W. H. Todd 1 00 8d G3 “ 33, W. F. Cowan Dip. Chicks—1st GG “568, Ferguson & Howard 2 00 2d GG « 11, H. D. Laylor 1 00 SPECIALS. ; 74 Brand, Bamford & Nagle, best trio G. S. Ban- tams, No. 10, H. D. Taylor 5 00 BLACK AFRICAN BANTAMS. Fowls—2d Premium, No. 367, Allen & Hutchinson 1 00 Chicks—1st 8G “ 368, Allen & Hutchinson 2 00 2d ag “932, W. H. Todd 1 00 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 53 SPECIALS. 9 AYLESBURY DUCKS, 24 O.S. Gulley, best trio, No. 368, Allen & Hutch- Ist Premium, No. 336, Daniel Allen $2 00 inson $10 00) 2d w “ 245, W. H. Todd 1 00 WHITE BANTAMS. 3d & “ 297, C. W. Boyce Dip. Chicks—2d Premium, No. 567, John N. Bagley 1 00 sie canta? CAPONS. 35 D.D. Mallory & Co., best pair Rouens, No. 244, Fowls—lst Premium, No. 234, W. H. Todd 3 00 W. 4H. Todd 10 00 WILD TURKEY. 36 G. & R. McMillan, best pair Aylesbury, No. Ast Premium, No. 271, L. G. Jarvis 2 00), 336, Daniel Allen 10 00 oA oy alas5, Win. Wareht 1 00 27 Geo. Hendrie, best pair, any variety, No. 244, W. H. Todd 10 00 SPECIALS. 29 Holmes & Webster, best collection in Turkey CAYUGA DUCKS, Class, Nos. 235 to 240, W. H. Todd 10 00] 1st Premium, No. 246, W. H. Todd 2 00 81 Geo: Jerome, best pair Turkeys except Bronze, 2d i «299, C. W. Boyce 1 00 No. 236, W. H. Todd 10 00 TOP KNOT DUCKS. . BRONZE TURKEYS. Ist Premium, No. 247, W. H. Todd 2 00 Ist ee ae 493, J.C. ae q ; 44 SRGURS? TINA a i : ae Sg in Die Ist Premium, No. 248, W. H. Todd ; 2 00 : 2d ue “ 379, Allen & Hutchinson 1 00 SPECIAL'S. 52 F.B. Sibley, best pair Bronze Turkeys, No. 493, BLACK LABRADOR DUCKS. J. C. Hatch 10 00 | 1st Premium, No. 249, W. H. Todd 2 00 WHITE TURKEYS. Ist Premium, No. 374, Allen & Hutchinson 2d a “ 237, W. H. Todd 1 00 BUFF TURKEYS. Ist Premium, No. 239, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d- G “ 375, Allen & Hutchinson 1 00 SLATE TURKEYS. Ist Premium, No. 238, W. H. Todd 2 0N 2d OG “ 505, Geo. Hendrie 1 00 BLACK TURKEYS. Ist Premium, No. 236, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d ug “ 506, Geo. Hendrie 1 00 3d 6 “ 376, Allen & Hutchinson Dip PEARL GUINEA FOWLS. Ist Premium, No. 386, Allen & Hutchinson 2 00 WHITE GUINEA FOWLS. 240, W. H. Todd TOULOUSE GEESE. 241, W. H. Todd BREMEN GEESE. 463, Wm. Smith 242, W. H. Todd 1st Premium, No. Ist Premium, No. 1st Premium, No. 2d 66 be WHITE CHINA GEESE. 2438, W. H. Todd SPECIALS. 1st Premium, No. 2 00 82 Lynch & Kinnucan, best pair Toulouse Geese, No, 241, W. H. Todd 33 J. HE. Long & Co., best pair Bremen Geese, No. 463, Wm. Smith RABBITS, 1st Premium and Special, No. 881, Allen & Hutchinson 2 00 10 00 10 00 ROUEN DUCKS. Ist Premium, No. 244, W. H. Todd 2 00 2d GG ‘335, Allen & Hutchinson 1 80 3d GG ‘¢ 298, O. W. Boyce Dip. WHITE CALL DUCKS. Ist Premium, No. 250 W. H. Todd SPECIALS, 79 Detroit Paper Co., best pair, No. 246, W. H. Todd 41 Nevin & Mills, Heaviest Fowl, any variety, W. H. Todd 49 Russell House, best collection Fowls from Can- ada, L. G. Jarvis Association, best collection from Michigan, Allen & Hutchinson 86 Michigan Stove Works, best collection from Detroit, F. C. Irvine Association, best collection of Poultry shown, W. 4H. Todd PIGEONS—JACOBINS. Best pair, No. 528, E. C. Skinner Best collection, Nos. 129, 126, 127, E. A. Noble TURBITS. Best pair, No. 527, E. C. Skinner Best collection, Nos. 108, 104, 105, E. Ruoff SWALLOWS. Ruoff TRUMPETERS. A. Noble Best pair, No. 110, E. Best pair, No. 558, E. NUNS. Best pair, No. . A. Noble PRIESTS. Ruoff BARBS. . A. Noble MAGPIES. Ruoff MOORHEADS. C. Skinner Best pair, No. Best pair, No. Best pair, No. Best pair, No. 2 00 5 00 10 10 3 00 3 00 3 00 3 00 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 54 OWLS. Best Pair No, 124, E. A. Noble $3 00 CARRIERS. Best Pair, No. 118, E. A. Noble 3 00 Best Collection, Nos. 117, 118, 119, E. A. Noble 5 00 POUTERS. Best Pair, No. 120, E. A. Noble 3 00 Best Collection, Nos. 120, 122, 156, E. A. Noble 5 00 PANTAILS, Best Pair, No. 301, C. W. Boyce 3 00 TUMBLERS. Best Pair, No. 1380, EK. A. Noble 3 00 Best Collection of Pigeons, E. A. Noble 10 00 Best Collection of Tumblers, Nos. 180, 133, 134, E. A. Noble 5 00 SPECIALS. 7 Buhl, Ducharme & Co., best collection in Pigeon Class, EH. A. Noble 10 00 87 EE. A. Noble, best pair Blue Carriers, E. A. Noble 5 00 Best Show Dressed Poultry, Wm. Smith 10 CO (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE PIGEON FANCY. Ir is a very simple thing to enter the pigeon fancy; the intricate problem is how to escape from it when once a fan- cier. We have tried to solve it ourselves, but our weakness is notorious, and to-day we stand where we did twenty years ago, a slave to a fancy. Well, it is better to acknowledge shortcomings and confess to a human weakness, than to surround ourselves with an atmosphere of selfishness and vanity, under the impression that strength of character is shown by sneering at the little enjoyments of life that tend to dispel its gloom, and to nurture in the heart of man the affections that bring their own reward, whether exhibited towards birds, beasts, or humanity. The great trouble with us Americans is time enough is not wasted. The engine is kept under full press of steam all the while, until the parts aré worn out and the whole apparatus goes to pieces. That is very well for anything composed of iron, but for a machine such as the human frame, where the parts are being continually renewed by their own efforts, time must be al- lowed for the supply to be procured for the demand, and that can only be done by change of occupation from the business requiring the exercise of the reason to the fancies which re- lease the strain from the mind, and admit of an artistic period of loafing. The pigeon faney is peculiarly adapted to give the rest so needed. It flows’in a quiet channel, and soothes the unquiet mind by the gentleness with which alone it can be successfully followed. After an hour in the pigeon-room the man of business sees clearly, for the first time, the bearings of his ventures; what was dark to him amid the turmoils of his working hours is elucidated by a few minutes’ rest and quiet. The literary person, arising from his books, bears with him to his loft a dazed brain, and returns with a vivid conception of the questions that have resolved themselves in that hour of repose. It may be thought these pictures are overdrawn, but it is not so; some of the clearest headed men in our city are inveterate fanciers. Indeed one of our most noted bank- ers scarcely ever decides a knotty question until it passes the ordeal of an hour’s consultation with an old white rooster of unknown pedigree, but which knows the moment of its mas- ter’s return from bank, and awaits his coming at the head of the stairs to welcome him with a chuckle or two. A physician of our acquaintance has often successfully practiced upon his human patients a plan of treatment sug- gested by his success with it on his feathered pets. As the fancy is so useful, how shall it be entered. Have you an unused room at the top of the house, or, better yet, a stable loft? First of all tin over the rat holes, and make the loft secure from cats, for these two are the enemies of the pigeons. Then get a lot of boards one foot wide, and long enough to make shelves on the sides of the room; have also a number of these boards sawed into pieces sixteen inches long for partitions, which it is best to place eighteen inches apart. Having putup your shelves with the partitions against the wall, you must nail a strip, four inches wide, and as long as the shelves, along the lower ends of the partitions to keep the eggs and young from falling out of the nests. The birds will build their own nests if short straws or hay is kept in the room, or nest-pans may be placed in the compartments. The floor should be sanded, and if running water cannot be had, a fountain should be used. A very good kind issold by dealers, or a bottle can be turned into a deep saucer, and held in its position by wires, the mouth of the bottle being placed just below the edge of the saucer. The pigeons are best fed twice a day, and no more given them than they will eat at the time. Corn, wheat, and peas are the usual articles of food. Gravel and broken mortar are necessary, and a lump of rock or alum salt is very conducive to health. Having prepared a place for their reception, nothing more is necessary than to buy a pair of pigeons. It makes little difference what kind you purchase at first; your knowledge will have to come by experience, and it will have to be paid for. Some of these times we may give you ‘‘ The Confes- sions of a Fancier,’”’ and then you will see your experience and ours will have been the same. Dr. W. P. Morean. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CURE FOR CHOLERA. I wave tried, in many aggravated cases of this disease, castor oil, and have found it superior to all other remedies. When an astringent is used to no effect, to check the diar- rheea (which is the forerunner of cholera), use the oil abun- FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 55 dantly, and a cure is certain. As an astringent and preven- tive of cholera, I use alum and saltpetre, about two parts of the one and one of the other, dissolved in hot water, and mix them a feed of bran or oatmeal and bran with the water; not too wet. After giving this feed for two or three times, and some of the fowls are still mopish, single them out and give a large tablespoonful of castor oil to a grown chicken. To a large turkey, give from two to four table- spoonfuls at a dose. I have seldom to repeat the treatment. A friend of mine says, a few drops of tincture of iron on the oil is a great benefit; but in the absence of the iron I saved some fine Maine turkeys by one dose of oil, when, without the knowledge of this cure, I would not have given anything for them. At a future date I will give my method for treating roup. Also the causes, under my observation, of both these diseases. Excuse the lengthiness of my letter, as it is one of my many faults. L. Rk. P. + —_______ (For Fanciers’ Journal.) RUMPLESS FOWLS. In the Practical Poultry Keeper, page 170, Mr. Lewis Wright thus discusses concerning the Rumpless fowl : “ Rumpless fowls are of various colors, the only essential characteristic being the absolute want of a tail, or of any approach to one. It is, indeed, exceedingly difficult to breed any particular color, as few persons have interest in the breed sufficient to persevere long enough for securing uni- formity. “The handsomest are white; black also look well; but speckled are the most common. The size also varies very much, ranging from three to seven pounds.”’ During the years 1845 to 1850 I resided in Canada, and in those years bred the Rumpless fowl, and the farmer living adjacent bred them very extensively. With the exception of pure white, I found them as varied in plumage as the common barnyard fowl, and averaged the same weight. The prevailing color of my fowls was that of black-breasted red games. Combs rather large and thin; legs usually lead color, but oceasionally yellow. In breeding Rumpless fowls, the black-breasted red is what I should strive for in the way of color, and when thus bred are pretty fowls. As layers and sitters, I found them identical with the barnyard fowls. I think their shape commends them for a table fowl. Wishing to try the effect of crossing, I put a fine plum- aged, rose-combed Dominique cock with five partridge- colored single-combed Rumpless hens. From that cross I raised twenty-eight chickens. Part of the chickens had double combs ; all were Dominique in plumage, with a good deal of yellow in hackle and saddle, and none showed the least approach to a tail This fact I have observed, that where Rumpless cocks are mated to tailed hens, or vice versé@, the progeny is either decidedly Rumpless or otherwise in shape, however much the plumage may vary; and I cannot, with all my experi- ence, call to mind a single fowl whose form appeared to be changed by crossing. Wright further observes that ‘the eggs, however, are very apt to prove sterile,” an observation my experience does not corroborate. R. J. H. WATERTOWN, N, Y., January 7, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) RUMPLESS FOWLS. CARBONDALE, Pa., December 30, 1873. Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: Noticing in your issue of the Fanciers’ Jour- nal and Poultry Exchange of the 8th January, 1874, a letter addressed to you by Mr. Allen Carter, of Maine, with regard to ‘¢Rumpless Fowl,’ I think that I can afford you the in- formation you require, having seen that breed of fowl sev- eral years past in the Isle of Man, Irish Channel, and from their hardy nature, superior laying qualities, tender, plump flesh (fully equal to the best English Dorking for the table), I consider them on a par with any of the domestic poultry in the States, and far surpassing Cochin Chinas, Brahma Poutras, or any of the Asiatic breed. The ‘‘ Rumpy,’’ as it is called in its native place, The Isle of Man, is a strong, plump-looking bird, with single comb, short legs, handsome plumage (minus the tail), especially the cock bird. I be- lieve it would well repay you to introduce this breed of fowl, that is, if you can procure it pure, for which I presume you would have to pay an extra price, as I am aware the breed is becoming scarce, and those who possess these birds duly appreciate their profitable qualities. In the northern part of the island, among some few of the native farmers, I think your agents could procure you a few of the genuine breed. I have often heard the question asked, but never heard it solved, ‘‘ Why are the fowl, sheep, and cats, natives of this island, without tails?’’ It is, however, a fact that they are so, and visitors on their return to England generally take with them one or two “ Rumpy Kittens” as a curiosity. Yours, A. Carr. tems Mnteresting and Amusing. A RAT-HOLE in a Duluth elevator discharged 600 bushels of wheat last month. A youne@ lady at Athol, Mass., has a tame duck which follows its mistress about like a dog. It escorts her to church on Sunday, and remains outside until the service is over, when it escorts her back home. PouLTERER’s Success.—Miss Annie Kirk, of Bethel, Pa., kept last year (1872) eighty fowls, Cochins and Brahmas, from which she cleared $3380 net. She fed from seven to ten bushels of corn per week to the old fowls and cracked corn to the young chickens. A Minnesota Trout Ponp.—The trout pond started be- low town last spring has become one of the attractive insti- tutions of our city. On visiting the pond a few days ago, we were informed by the proprietors that they had already placed in position for hatching 135,000 eggs, from which they expect to save 100,000 at least. Already 15,000 have hatched out in forty-five days—about the shortest time on rec- ord. It will be remembered that they procured from 1000 to 2000 breeding trout out of the streams about Lake City the past summer, and as soon as the season opens again they will endeavor to add as many more. This number of breed- ers, together with the young fry which will be coming along, will enable them to supply the markets about here in a few years; but not until the stock is amply sufficient will they attempt it.—Lake City Sentinel. 56 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1878, by Josepu M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. Q) Ssvcnns Joona aA) OULTRY (GFacuaner, y JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. 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Eprror Fanciers’ JoURNAL: I hope that the gentlemen about to meet at Buffalo, to establish an ‘‘ American Stand- ard of Excellence” for poultry, will apply themselves to this work with earnestness, casting aside all personal crotchets, and produce something in the practical, the true, and the beautiful—creditable to American taste and genius. I also hope they will show their good sense in abolishing the pres- ent scale of points. Neither judges nor any other class of persons will feel inclined to study a table of logarithms, to get at the beauty or usefulness of a cock or hen. We should rather simplify than complicate. We should en- deavor to lessen, rather than to increase labor. If the number 5 will express as much as the number 10 or 20, why not use the lesser number? I can see no more advantage in using the number 100 than the number 60, and if the number 100 expresses the highest limit in the scale, what sense is there in using plus 100? I really cannot see that a scale is any more ‘‘ flewible”’ by using large numbers than by using small numbers, since the small number designates the same degree of excellence. I cannot see that 100 is any more flexible than 50; if so, then 200 would be better than 100, and 500 better than 200, and so on ad infinitum. If ‘ Pis- cator’s’’ rod is so limber that it will bend double with a fish of two pounds, he had better use a cord, since its flexibility is lost in its limberness. A slight attention to the degrees of comparison in the English language, will aid very much in judging of the relative quality of fowls, since quality is only relative, and perfection only comparative. What Lewis Wright means by 100 plus, or best plus, or perfection plus, is more than I can understand. I can comprehend minus good or minus perfection, but not minus bad or worse than bad. Nor do I agree with those persons who believe that judging really is a question more of defects than excel- lencies. You have got to have some idea of perfection be- fore you can arrive at what is imperfection. You have got to study the normal condition of an animal before you are able to get at its abnormal condition. Science teaches us to judge of the ill health of a subject by studying it first in its healthy condition. You can form no idea of a perfect thing by its imperfections. I would suggest a word to some of our light Brahma fanciers, especially to those wise men of the East, that admire a cock of this variety with a neck as long us a crane’s, a breast as flat as a shingle, and a body of the size of a large pigeon. Such an animal has no beauty in my eye, and less of usefulness. Such a bird always re- minds me of those fowls of the air that boys call “kite pokes.”’ Horace, one of the most celebrated of ancient critics, in his ‘‘ Ars Poetica,”’ says that beauty and utility are insepa- rable, and tersely expresses it in his elegant Latin, ‘‘ Utile cum dulce ;” the ornamental must be accompanied with the useful. What is a game fowl, with all its perfection of plumage, without its game qualities? What merit is there in a Brahma cock, when from its head to its feet it is shaped like an inclined plane? Of what advantage is it to a Leg- horn cock to carry a comb on its head of the size of a porter- house steak? It does not contribute any beauty to the bird, but it is a decided inconvenience. A medium-sized comb, nicely arched over the head, and evenly serrated, is to my taste. Why should we keep up the Dorking toe in the Hou- dan, when it is such an incumbrance to the bird, and so mars the beauty of its legs? The Roman epicures always gave a preference to the fowls of five toes, believing their flesh to be the best; but our modern epicures do not need an extra toe to recommend the meat of a Houdan. And let us abolish the whimsical idea of calling black-breasted red game fowls, with flesh-colored legs, Derbys. There is not a game fowl of the present day that partakes of any of the genuine characteristics of the ancient Derby, except in the color of its legs; and since this class of fowl and the flesh-colored legs are entirely repudiated in Eng- land, where they know it best, let us drop this foolish notion, and call them by their right names and breed them willow- olive or yellow legs. There are seventeen varieties of game fowl that can be bred true to their kind, and let us have a standard for them all, viz.: Black Game. . Cheshire Piles (red and white). . Polecats. . Brass Backs. 1. Brown-breasted Reds. 10. Staffordshire Piles (gin- 2. Brown Reds. ger and white). 3. Ginger Reds. 11. Salmon Piles. 4. Silver Duckwings. 12. Blue Piles. 5. Golden Duckwings. 13. Spangles. 6. Berchin Duckwings. 14. Cuckoos. 7. White Game. 15. The Furnaces. 8. 9 Isaac VAN WINKLE. GREENVILLE, N. J. +—.>em > (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PETS FOR CHILDREN. Gut pets for the little folks. One of the first elements of success in home government, and it is a question of vital interest to all of us who are so fortunate as to be surrounded with growing families, is that of making home pleasant, a place which shall be more enticing to the little ones than the street-corners of the present or the club-rooms of the future ever can be. . The child wants something that it may call its own. What shallit be? Shall it be a gaudy toy, which in a short time loses its novelty, or shall it be a pet FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 57 which day after day grows in interest as it grows in life? It may be a favorite fruit tree, a melon-patch ; or it may be a dog, a rabbit, a pair of doves, or some pet fowls. What- ever it may be, let the boy or the girl have undisputed pos- session and ownership. Will not the boy cherish it? Ah! how I remember the Shanghai fever of years ago and the interest I took in it. I was a boy of nine or ten, and when my brother presented me with a pair of snow-white ones I think I was one of the happiest boys in the world. Day after day I worked with dull hatchet and saw, shaping and fitting up a:sugar-hogshead as their coop, and then as care- fully and patiently built about it a fence. Both the coop and the fence were original, nay, uncouth in design, but then the work was my own, and I looked on it with no little pride. And that first egg; yes, that first clutch of eggs; how eagerly I waited till I found a proper nest and a care- ful mother to whose care to intrust them. And then all the weary watching and waiting, till the eggs should chip, and when nine little downy balls of snow rolled from the shells and began to cheep; I doubt if there was a prouder and happier boy to be found anywhere. Why, the receipt of my annual salary, while it may give me greater permanent satisfaction, never gave me half the pleasure I experienced as I lifted that hen with her nine little chicks from the nest and carried her to a coop prepared for her. And then, again, when I could not get a hatching-hen at home, haven’t I carried my eggs for miles to some farmer’s wife, who promised to lend me one for the time being? Nor was my experience as a boy in any way different from that of other boys under similar circumstances. Can you find a boy anywhere prouder than the one who drives his span of goats down the street, or makes old Carlo haul him round the yard? But, beyond this, your boys or girls will still more gladly accept and care for such pets as pigeons or fowls; pets which, while they give them great pleasure, will at the same time yield them a substantial profit when properly cared for. And, by all means, permit them to glean the profits for themselves. It will teach them business, and they will love their homes all the better. Give your little folks pets, and teach them to love and cher- ish their homes above all other places on earth. A. N. R. Lock Haven, Pa. CGCorrespontence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) How many pigeons may be successfully kept in a loft 10 x 14 feet, and well lighted? Should they be confined to one variety ? or would it be safe to keep two or three varie- ties in such a place, providing they were properly mated before putting them in the loft? What varieties bear con- finement best, as it is unsafe to fly them in this locality ? R. J. H. WATERTOWN, N. Y., Jan. 7, 1874. x —_.. = _-__ NEw YORK, January 8, 1874. Mr. JosrpH M. WADE. Dear Sir: In your valuable journal of the 8th instant, I noticed an article by your correspondent, J. G., in which the writer speaks of tobacco as being a fine agent as the destroyer of the lice on pigeons. Permit me to say, as a sufferer from the above infliction, that I have used tobacco, well dusted on the birds and in the nests, with the greatest success, and in my opinion there is no better destroyer of the insects so common to pigeons. Last summer my birds were infested with the small red lice, and had they not been taken in hand in good time, lerge numbers of young birds would have been lost, by the lice getting in their ears. I tried everything for their extermination that I could think of, and, as a last resort, turned to tobacco; and, after reduc- ing it to a fine dust, spread it on the birds and nests with a generous hand, and in an instant the bugs were running in alldirections. I then followed the matter up by having the coop well whitewashed, and have not seen up to this time a single insect, having effectually put a stop to one of the pigeons’ greatest enemies. Yours truly, B. a MILLERSBURG, Pa., December 31, 1873. Jos M. WADE. Dear Sir: The Fanciers’ Journal and Poultry Exchange is a decided ‘hit.’? Please find inclosed $2.50, for which send it to my address for one year. Permit me through the columns of the same to say some- thing about the advice which is sometimes given by persons who have not tried the remedies which they propose. I heard or read that coal oil is just the thing to kill lice on fowls. I tried it with the following results: It surely killed lice, but it also killed a valuable rooster, and crippled two hens, so that I was tempted to kill them, in order to rid them of their suffering. Now it does seem to me necessary to warn all interested not to employ such a remedy to destroy lice in cases where animal life must be sacrificed, which they also wish to pre- serve. I find tobacco to be far better, and not so injurious to the fowls. H. A. Nerrz. Norre.—We have no doubt that tobacco is a better and safer remedy than coal oil, excepting the latter is used with skill and care. We presume that those who have tried coal oil with success forgot to state how it should be used. It is necessary to mix with it a larger proportion of lard or other oil, and then employ the mixture with discretion. It is one of the best cures that we know of for scurvy legs. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Epiror Pouttry Fancrer: An account of how Carlie, Eddie, and their papa spent the first hour of daylight in the New Year, may not be inappropo to the object of your paper. The engrossing pleasures and labors of the last week of the old year, had induced the neglect of our usual daily attention to the poultry-house; but on New Year’s morning we determined it should have a thorough cleansing, and be put in readiness to receive New Year’s calls, and to make a respectable entre upon 1874. We ought here to give you an idea of our somewhat unique poultry-house. In a future paper we will endeavor to give you some descriptive draw- ings of it, without which only a very imperfect notion of the structure can be given. Suffice it for the present, that the house consists of three parts: the day, or living-room, the chamber, and the hall. The first is quite a large apartment, and is promenade, sitting-room, and dining hall combined. Between this apart- ment and the hall, and extending the whole length of the building, excepting a small space for a door, is first on the floor, a row of movable nest-boxes, each with a small open- ing on the side next to the hall, and a large one on the side s 58 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. The hens enter the nests from one side, and the eggs are removed from the other. Above the row of nest-boxes is a platform, three feet broad, and so projecting into the living-room two feet be- yond the boxes. This constitutes the dining-table, and it has on the side next to the hall, and extending the whole length of it, a trough for the reception of soft food. Above the dining-table, again, at the distance of three feet, is another platform not so wide as the lower one, which serves as a shelf for the reception of various boxes, pans, &c., used in connection with the culinary department, but especially and designedly the support of three boxes, with handles, placed at equal intervals, under as many round holes in a large trough. next to the living-room. This trough is a principal feature of the ‘‘chamber,”’ or sleeping apartment, which must be briefly described. It consists of this wide trough, with a floor slanting from its inner edge to the sloping roof of the building. The perches, three in number, extend, two of them, right over the trough, and the other along the slanting floor; so that the droppings fall either into the trough or on the floor, and thence into the trough. But we are going more into description than we intended. Some people carpet their floors with wool, some with sand ; but our poultry family seem to delight most in having their floor well littered with clean straw. But it must be renewed at least once a week, and so this morning the old straw was to be replaced by new. The boys were to do this, while their papa was to scrape and brush off the dining-table, and sweep the contents of the trough into the three boxes and carry them out. When Carlie began to rake the straw, he found it all dry, and said he thought there was no need of changing it; but his papa told him that although it looked pretty well, yet, in fact, it was quite filthy, and the fowls had ceased to pick among it. He would see how industri- ously they would go to work, scratching, pecking at, and eating the little fibrous stems of the fresh straw as soon as it was furnished. By the time papa had the dining-table and the sleeping chamber nicely cleaned, using dry ashes to absorb any mois- ture that existed in places, Carlie had the old straw all raked up in a heap by one of the windows, ready to be thrown out; and Eddie had some new ready to take its place. Papa helped them to finish their work, and then all enjoyed seeing the whole family of ‘*Cockey Lockeys’’ and ‘‘ Henny Pen- nies’? eat their breakfast. This consisted of a trough full of scalded bran and shorts, mixed and seasoned: with a little salt and pepper; their drink being a basin of pure, tepid water. They ate with great relish, their soft feed, and then went to work with great satisfaction, as was predicted, scratching and pecking at their new carpet, while the boys and their papa responded to their call to breakfast; and so ended their first hours’ work in the New Year. J. L. DayMupE. DAVENPORT, Jan. 1, 1874. + meee PIGEONS OF EGYPT. TuE Egyptians are great admirers of pigeons. M. De Norr says, ‘‘ The houses of Upper Egypt are vast dovecots, in which the owner reserves only a chamber for himself, and there he lodges with the hens, chickens, &c., exposed to the devouring insects which beset these animals.’? The Egyptians spend much time on pigeons, They have many singular varieties, but, like most earnest fanciers, they keep the best for themselves, so that it is difficult to obtain even a sight of their best birds. Out of the varieties which are to be found in Egypt may be mentioned Turbits, Owls, Turn-crown Barbs, Tumblers, Lahores, Swifts, and hosts of others, no doubt, with which I am not familiar. Lahores are said to be Indian pigeons; such may be the case, but I know they are cultivated extensively in Alexandria, for I have on several occasions seen them unshipped at Liverpool from that place. Swifts are Egyptian birds, and remarkable ones; they are almost unknown in England, therefore I briefly describe them. They have a round head, short thick beak, and a very singular-looking pale yellow eye. They are actually small birds, though in appearance they are large. Their wings and tail are unusually long, and give the bird a novel appearance. The legs of these birds are short. Their colors are various; the most striking are those with a bronzed appearance and light hackle. Pied and spangled ones seem the most numerous. Why they are called Swifts I cannot comprehend. It cannot be from the speed at which they fly, for, like most birds with long pin- ions, they cannot fly fast. The long wing is most desirable in birds that have to perform great distances, but the short and sharp-pointed wing for speed. Owls, of course—that is, the smaller and better kind, are peculiar to Africa, as most fanciers know; in fact, that fruitful portion of Africa abounds in high-class pigeons.—J. W. Ludlow, in Journal of Horticulture. oe THE CARRIER-PIGEONS. REMARKABLE FLIGHT OF ‘‘ARIEL’’—SIXTY-FOUR MILES IN THIRTY MINUTES. We last week expressed the opinion when ‘ Ariel” was again flown he would make the distance to Rivercliff, sixty- four miles, in half an hour. The prediction met with little favor; but incredible as such a performance seems, it was actually verified in the bird’s flight on Saturday last. A gentlemen who is to form part of The Daily Graphic transatlantic balloon staff, was at the Domestic Sewing Machine Company’s establishment at three o’clock, and took the birds in charge. A crowd had assembled to witness the starting of the birds. At 3:10 the first bird was tossed up. It was a female home-bred, and appeared to be very much confused with the houses and the noise and movement on the streets. She flew about quite rapidly at first, and then began to fly in circles. She flew in this way until lost sight of. The second bird was a malehome bred. He was freed five minutes after the other one. He lingered upon the hand of the starter, and seemed rather averse to flying. When tossed up he also flew wildly xbout, and presently began to circle, and finally was lost sight of, as in the former case. At 3:20 the third bird was tossed up, [He was one of the imported birds, Gold Ring, ‘No. 6.’"] His performance, on feeling his wings, was most remarkable. He rose in a very narrow spiral (‘just like a corkscrew,” said the starter) to an immense height, so as to be nearly lost to view. Then, catching sight of some distant familiar object on the Sound, he darted off homeward with great velocity. At 3:30 the bold and beau- tiful ‘‘ Ariel’’ was taken from the cage. He comprehended the situation at once; and on being tossed up he unhesita- tingly took his course across Fourteenth Street and the Opera House, and was soon on the road home. All the birds had FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 59 red ribbons upon the right leg. Telegrams were immedi- ately sent to James Bond, the farmer at Rivercliff (Mr. Hubbell being at his business establishment in Philadelphia), announcing the despatch of the birds, and requesting in- formation immediately upon their arrival. Accordingly, shortly before five o’clock, the following telegram was re- ceived : Rryercuirr, August 16th, 18738, Ariel and No. 6 arrived at four. The other two birds came shortly afterwards. JamEs BonD. Tt will thus be seen that Ariel performed the journey of sixty-four miles in the remarkable time of thirty minutes. ‘No. 6” is not inferior ; and, indeed, when we consider the unavoidable delay caused by his first scrutiny of the ground, it appears very much as if Ariel would have to look sharp after his laurels.—Graphic, Aug. 18th. DECREASE OF DUCKS ON THE CHESAPEAKE. A Bevatr paper, in speaking of the gradual thinning out of the wild ducks on the Chesapeake, gives some hints for the preservation of the game. The writer says: ‘The present season thus far has not been remarkably successful for the duckers, many of whom make the better part of their living by shooting ducks on the Susquehanna flats. It is a disputed question among sportsmen whether the sink-boat gunning on the flats is not gradually driving the ducks away from their accustomed feeding grounds, to seek more secure locations. The sink-box men contend that of the millions of ducks which visit the Chesapeake and its tributaries in their migratory excursions, the few hundreds or thousands which are killed on the flats are not missed, and that the loss by the guns of the sportsmen is many times made up by the natural increase of the birds in their North- ern breeding grounds. 3 “On the other hand, those opposed to the sink-box shoot- ing contend that any wild animal which is persistently dis- turbed and killed on its feeding grounds, will most assuredly desert their old haunts and seek other quarters where they will be less exposed to danger and steady annoyance, and although the actual killing of the birds may not be sufficient to diminish their numbers, the constant warfare kept up on them will tend to induce them to seek new and safer routes and resting places in their periodical pilgrimages north and south. The theory of the latter party seems the more plau- sible, and the fact of the gradual diminution of the ducks goes very far toward substantiating it. “The arrangement entered into by the Havre de Grace duckers to shoot every other day, and which has been em- bodied into a law regulating the duck shooting on the flats, is intended as a protection, which, by giving the birds a short respite from danger, it is hoped they will be encour- aged to continue to visit their favorite grounds in the same countless myriads as in former years. But the complaints that they leave the flats and take up their course for regions further south after a much shorter sojourn than formerly, seems to indicate that these old haunts on the Susquehanna flats are getting too warm for the canvas-back. In respect to three days’ shooting and four days’ respite, Seth Green, who is a standard authority on all subjects connected with sporting, suggests that the three days’ shooting should be consecutive in place of alternate, leaving the birds four days of quiet in which to feed and recover from the fright of being shot at whenever they attempted to alight. This plan seems to be an improvement on the one adopted by our duckers. The probability is, if the ducking business is pursued in its present mode for a few years more, that the game killed will not justify the outfit necessary to engage in the business suc- cessfully. Ifthe gunning days were reduced to two in the week, and those two succeeding days, considerable protec- tion would be afforded the ducks, while under the present law there is next thing to no protection.” Domestic Acpartment. HOUSEHOLD RECIPES, Beef.—A good and cheap beef stew can be made from the second or third cut of neck piece, which wash and divide into small pieces and cover with hot water, cooking slowly and steadily three hours, or until very tender, adding water and skimming when necessary ; salt to taste during the last hour of cooking. When nearly done, and the water reduced to a sufficient quantity for thin gravy, I sprinkle over it black pepper to taste, and sometimes cover with a crust, made as for short biscuit, rolled to about half an inch in thickness, and call it a ‘‘pot-pie,”” which we relish with any sort of vegetables, in winter or summer. Mashed potatoes can always be warmed over by browning in a hot oven, or on a griddle, and will be equal to those newly cooked for breakfast, or a hurried meal. A quick dish for breakfast.—Pare, over night, a sufficient quantity of apples and cover with cold water. In the morn- ing quarter them, and fill the pan or kettle two-thirds full, to which add half a cup of warm water, a large pinch of salt, nutmeg, sugar to taste, and spread over them a soft dough, mix the same as for biscuits, but rather thinner, cover lightly. Should there be any dough left, add a little flour and bake as biscuits; which to be eaten warm should be made with one quart flour, two teaspoonsful cream of tartar sifted with it, one level teaspoonful salt, one tablespoonful of butter (or warm suet well worked in), mix with milk and water, in which a teaspoonful of soda is dissolved. Cold Beefsteak can be transformed into an economical and palatable dish, by chopping it finely and adding a pint or so of water and cooking until reduced to the consistency of hash; to which add butter or cream and a little milk, salt, pepper, and boil up once and serve with baked potatoes and buckwheat cakes. Cold steak has generally been regarded as a doubtful con- sideration, while waiting for disposal, and Rover generally gets the benefit of the doubt. Ginger Crackers.—One pint of molasses, one cup of sugar, quarter pound butter, one tablespoonful ginger, flour enough to roll out and cut. To make soft gingerbread, vary the above by adding a cup of hot or cold water, a teaspoonful of soda, and two eggs. A quick and rich Toast is made by soaking slices of stale bread in milk, to which has been added a well-beaten egg and a small pinch of salt; fry to a rich brown, in butter. Another way for stale bread: soal: the crumbs in milk, when soft add one teaspoonful soda, salt, flour, for a good batter, and a well-beaten egg; fry as griddle cakes, 60 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) WHAT FOWLS PAY THE BEST. ArticLe III. My experience in golden-spangled Hamburgs was also a decided success. I spared neither trouble or expense.to pro- cure the best stock in the market. My breeding stock was selected from three different strains. I took first premiums at the different exhibitions held in Philadelphia under the auspices of the Pennsylvania Poultry Society; in fact, my stock of silver and golden-spangled Hamburgs were con- sidered by competent judges to be second to none in the country. I have always considered it cheapest in the end to feed well. Many a bushel of good wheat have I purchased when the prices have reached $2.50 per bushel. This, in addition to buckwheat, oats, corn, and a plentiful supply of animal food, kept my fowls in a healthy condition. As I remarked, in a former article, my pens were ten feet square, in each pen were placed ten hens and one cock. They were allowed the range of the yard on alternate days; conse- quently, as I seldom kept less than three different breeds at a time, each kind had but two days in a week for exercise, but on days of confinement they had all that fowls could wish for in the way of food, cut grass, ground bone, and oyster shells, and well they repaid me for what would per- haps seem to some people unnecessary trouble and care. Many a day I would receive, as a reward for my devotion to their health and comfort, ten eggs from either one of the coops. When the breeding season was over, I would place all the hens in one large coop, and they would lay equally as well as when running with the cocks, besides they had the yard to themselves constantly. The cocks kept over for the next season were placed in movable coops, without any bottom, and set around the yard (at a proper distance from one another of course to prevent any pugilistic fancy they might see fit toindulgein). I always had the birds hatched on my own premises, and when about three or four weeks old would send them out on a walk, to be returned in time for fall sales. For fecundity, the Hamburgs as a class can- not be beaten, at least not as far as my experience goes. In settings of fifteen eggs (I never placed more under one hen), I invariably got from twelve to thirteen chicks, and some- times the whole fifteen. From eggs furnished to other par- ties the same results have followed. For beauty nothing can surpass a flock of Hamburgs, of either one of the varieties. Fanciers of the clumsy Asiatics may differ in the beauties of their huge pets as long as they please, but nothing could change my opinion as to the merits of my favorites. Hamburgs are no more to be com- pared to the larger breeds than the graceful antelope to the ugly rhinoceros. Tuomas 8S. ARMSTRONG. TRENTON, N: J. oe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CHICKEN CHOLERA. In the copy of the Fanciers’ Journal which you sent me (for which accept my thanks), I see a piece about this great scourge of almost every section of our country at present. The writer, like almost every other whose opinions I have read, attributes the disease to uncleanliness. This cause has been harped upon until it has about worn out the patience of all those who try to keep their fowls in fine condition, and know that the disease arises from some other cause than this. A dissection of a number of fowls at different times proves, beyond a doubt (besides the other signs), that the disease, instead of being cholera at all, is neither more or less than a bilious intermittent fever, joined with an inactive state of the liver, which is greatly enlarged, and, in nine-tenths of the cases, very much congested. Prior to the introduction of the Asiatic varieties this disease was entirely unknown, and it may safely be set down as introduced by them, or that they are not as yet acclimated here. This last I believe to be the cause. But let the cause be what it may, it is not uncleanliness that breeds it alone. Having been a number of years troubled with the cholera among my fancy fowls, causing much loss, I thought that, like all other diseases, there must be some preventive or cure, or both. I searched for some remedy which would prove successful in treating it, and, after many failures, I hit upon the following, which I think will surely prevent it, and cure nine-tenths of those that may have it: To 1 Ib. puly. alum add } tb. B. antimony, 2 oz. Epsom salts, 2 0z. flowers of sulphur, 2 oz. pulv. cam- phor, with a handful of linseed meal. Mix two tablespoon- fuls in meal dough for every ten fowls; increase the dose for sick ones. Once a week is enough for prevention; twice a day for sick ones. Hoping the above may be of benefit to the fowls, and to the poultry fraternity in general, I am, respectfully, JoHN RUMBOLD. + —.,em + HOW TO PLUCK POULTRY. I wave known persons on market-day to go out and kill twelve or fifteen fowls, and to bring them into a room where there would be half a dozen women and boys pulling afew feathers at a time, between thumb and forefinger to prevent tearing them. Now, for the benefit of such, I give our plan: Hang the fowl by the feet by a small cord; then with a small knife give one cut across the upper jaw, oppo- site the corners of the mouth; after the blood has stopped running a stream, place the point of the knife in the groove in the upper part of the mouth, run the blade up into the back part of the head, which will cause a quivering and twitching of the muscles. Now is your time, for every feather yields as if by magic, and there is no danger of tear- ing the most tender chick. Before he attempts to flap, you can have him as bare as the day he came out of the egg.— Journal of Horticulture. Tue Rules and Price Lists for the Third Annual Exhibi- tion of the Massachusetts Poultry Association, to be held February 4th to 11th, 1874, in Boston Music Hall, are in press, and will soon be ready for distribution. Copies will be mailed to persons who make request by letter addressed to E. H. Hartshorn, Corresponding Secretary, P. O. Box 2725, Boston, Mass. POULTRY SHOWS. Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, January 26th to 31st. Pennsylvania, Doylestown, first week in February. Thos. Walton, Secretary. Western New York, Buffalo, January 15th to 20th. G. W. ‘White, Secretary. Entries close January 5th. New England, Worcester, January 20th, 21st, 22d. Northern Ohio, Cleveland, January 23d to 29th. Massachusetts, Boston Music Hall, February 4th to 11th. New Hampshire Poultry Society, Manchester, Feb. 24th, 25th, and 26th. Wm. G. Garmon, Secretary. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 61 THE BUCKS COUNTY POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Organized Nov. 15, 1878. Officers for the year 1873-4. Pres- ident: A. M. Dickie, Doylestown. WVice-Presidents: HK. T. Ochs, Quakertown; E. G. Harrison, Hulmeville. Corres- ponding Secretary: T. H. Walton (P. O. Box 130), Doyles- town. Recording Secretary: Theodore P. Harvey, Doyles- town. Treasurer: H. M. Twining, Doylestown. Executive Committee: A. M. Dickie, Doylestown; E. T. Ochs, Quaker- town; E. G. Harrison, Hulmeville; T. H. Walton, Theo. P. Harvey, H. M. Twining, W. T. Rogers, W. T. Hisenhart, Charles Rotzell, Wm. Frankenfield, Doylestown; Ingham Smith, Doylestown Township ; John J. Moore, Quakertown; Wm. H. Gruver, Springfield; Charles D. Mathews, New Britain; John Kitchen, Solebury; Edwin Johnson, Upper Makefield; Isaac Dudbridge, Warwick. : Exchange Colwn, £9 ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINES, OR Sixty WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE AL- LOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS, from Imported Stock, and comparing favorably with the best, will be exchanged for Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. Address « WM. ATWOOD, Big Flats, New York. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange for Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash. Address E. R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. CHOICE POULTRY (of nearly all the leading varieties), will be exchanged for first-class FANCY PIGEONS—Tumblers, Pouters, and Carriers especially desired. Send description of stock to C. W. BOYCE, Albion, Mich. Or Brown Leghorn Cockerels will be exchanged for Pul- lets. Stock is first-class, white ear-lobes. Pullets must be the same. WANTED, in exchange for Light Brahmas, White Leghorns, Japan Bantams, White Guinea Fowls, &c., one pair Lop-eared Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Fancy Pigeons, «&e. Cc. E. L. HAYWARD, Peterboro, N. H. DARK BRAHMAS.—A pair of Dark Brahma chicks will be ex- changed for either Silver Spangled Hamburgs, or Black-Red Game Ban- tams. Address A. GAINES, Castile, N. Y. WANTED.—Golden Spangled Polands. THOMAS PARKER, Palsborough, Gloucester Go., N. J. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)...... The Brahma Fowl st The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir).... 9 00 The Pigeon Book fs 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin).... os Il V5} The Poulterers’ Companion (B « 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders).. -Paper, 40c., Cloth, 75 American Bird Fancier..... - 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement).. > 30 Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 vls. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, GEE) Nec cananccnaceonoogcoococoncanseocetChT . 50 American Standard of Excellence.. 50 Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa FANCY PIGEONS.—MARBLE, 13 South Liberty St., Baltimore, Md., haying selected his Breeding Stock, will be glad to dispose of his surplus stock of Pigeons, all of which have been bred with the greatest care for purity of strain and markings, namely: pair Yellow Swallows, $12; pair ditto, $15; pair ditto, $25. Pair Red Swallows, $10; pair ditto, $15. Pair Black Swallows, $10; pair ditto, $12.50. Pair Blue Swallows, black bars, $15 ; pair ditto, without bars (very scarce), $30; odd cocks and hens of above colors, #4 to $7.50 each. Pair Blue Magpies (capped), $12. Pair Black Magpies (capped), $12. Pair Yellow Magpies (capped), $20. Also, Blue Cock, $7.50; Black Cock, $5; Red Hen, #4. Pair Nuns (yellow cock, red hen), $15. Yellow Nun Hen, $5. Pair Red Turbits (Points), $10; pair ditto, $12.50; pair ditto, $15; pair ditto eretlerests) $6; pair ditto, $8. Pair Red Priests (well feather-footed), $10* air ditto, $15 Red Cock, and Yellow Hen, $10; pair Yellow ditto, $20*. Red Chequer Cock, Golden Dun Hen Priests, $8. Pair Spangled Priests, very pretty, $15*. Pair Black Starling Priests, white heads, half-moon breasts and bars, good crests, $15*; Pair Archangels, $19. pairditto, $15*; pair black mottled Trumpeters (imported), $50*; pair. “cks (imported), $40*; Cock, light-mottled (imported), $15; all have spl©"did crests, rose, and feath- ered feet, winners of many prizes in England. Forty Shortfaced Tum- blers, Almonds, Red and Yellow Agate Mottles, Splashes, Kites; and Whole-feather, from $6 to $30 per pair ; for head and beak properties, as well as carriage and style, there are none better. Three pairs Buff Tum- blers, pleasant-faced birds, very pretty, at $5 per pair. All the above are in health and warranted breeders. No extra charge for coops. A liberal discount to dealers. Express charges must be prepaid. -N.B.—Birds marked thus * are first-class exhibition birds, fit to win in good company. L. T. & W. CHARLES, HORNELLSVILLE, N. Y., Breeders of Plymouth Rocks, and Partridge Cochins; Eggs, $3.50 per doz. White Leghorns, and Domi- niques; Eggs, $3 per doz. Hou- dans, W. C. Black Polish, W. Geor- gian Games, S. P. Hamburgs, and \ White Guineas; Eggs, $2 per doz we — Dark and Pearl Guineas, andWhite Sir = — —_ Bantams; Eggs, $1.75. Aylesbury Ducks; Eggs, $ per doz. Rouen, Cayuga, and Plata Ducks; Eggs, $3.50 per doz. Fancy Pigeons, in great variety, from 50c. to $20 per pair. Agents for Fancy Poultry, Books, and appliances. Cc. B. ELBEN, PITTSBURGH, PA, Will make a specialty of the following breeds of Fowls and Ducks, for the season of 1874; no others kept. Light and Dark Brahmas, Dominiques, Black African Bantams, and Aylesbury Ducks. No orders solicited ex- cept from responsible parties, when time for examination and payment will be given. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the wings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, 184% inches long, good legs, nicely booted, and in marking is well suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. POUTERS FOR SALE,—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 1814 inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 1714 inches long, quite well marked, well booted, and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. Price, $30. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. MITCHELL COLUMBARY.—Fancy Pigeons in great variety; Yellow, Black, and Blue Fantails, and Carriers, a specialty. I would call attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an opportunity to procure them is rarely afforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. F. F. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. A. L. DORR, Box 995, Haverhill, Mass., offers for sale, Pure Bred Partridge Cochins, at $1.50 each, or would exchange for some Fine White Leghorn Cocks. Eggs for sale, from Partridge Cochins, at $2; White Leghorns, at $1.50. Also, have nearly every known variety of Pigeons for sale cheap. EGGS FOR EARLY HATCHING, $6, FROM OAK LANE POULTRY YARDS.—Immediate application from those who have asuit- able place in which to raise early chicks for exhibition purposes, will se- cure a few sittings from my BEST LIGHT BRAHMA STOCK, which will be ready for delivery in time to be hatched in February. Specimens of this celebrated premium stock were considered worthy of illustration in Wright’s New Book of Poultry, No. 22. Cash orders booked and filled in rotation. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. WHITE BANTAMS.—A trio of these pretty pets for sale low. They are good layers, cost little to keep, and excellent for the table, and can be kept without mixing with the Asiatic breeds, in the same pen if necessary. Price, only $8. Eggs for hatching, per setting, $1. Also, for sale, a pair of GUINEA PIGS. The male is entirely white, the female nearly so, only having-a small spot of color about the head, in which re- spect they are quite rare, $5. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. GRAVES’ INCUBATOR can be seen in working order at 26 N. Market Street, Boston, Mass. Send for Circulars. JACOB GRAVES. W. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensville, Pa., Breeder of Light “and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains, Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. LIGHT BRAHMAS AND WHITE LEGHORNS.—Very fine young birds, from the finest strain in this country. For sale at $5 per pair, to reduceste< k. Seven Cocks, $3 each, or will exchange for good Light Brahmas, or Houdan Pullets. T. J. WOOLDRIDGE, M.D., French Hay, Hanover Co., Va. FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks was awarded over $500 in premiums the past Faru. Send me two 38 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change Nursery Stocx for standard pure bred Poultry. For information and Pricer List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills, GAME FOWLS! !—Send for Price List to J. A. BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. GAME FOWLS! FOR SALE.—ELEGANT LITHOGRAPHS OF POULTRY, from Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry. Four lithographs in one frame, rosewood and gilt, price $3.00 each, or $37.50 per lot of thirteen frames and fifty-two lithographs. EBEN. P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. NAME Displayed in large type, with list of a OU R fowls kept, insertedin Poultry Breeder's Directory for fifty cents, to be issued about January Ist, 1874. Price 15c., post-paid. H.S. BINGHAM, Sparta, Wis. FOR SALE.—One pair of Imported lantail Bantams. Price $10. E. C. Osborn, Box 165, Albany, N. Y. GOLDEN AND SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS. GOLDEN AND SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS. White, Black, and Yellow Fantails; Almond, Mottled, and Kite Tumblers ; Black and Mottled Carriers; Blue-Winged Turbits. GEO. PF. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. ‘THE POULTRY RECORD,” AN ILLUSTRATED MONTHLY MAGAZINE, edited by C. W. Hraron, Farmington, Ill. One Dollar per year ; single copies, Ten cents. Tar Poun- TRY RECORD contains each month fine Illustrations of the popular breeds of fowls 30, plans of houses, yards, and necessary appliances, with con- tributio aling to all branches of the business of poultry-raising, from writers of experience and ability. The low price at which it is offered should induce you to subscribe for it at once. It has the unqualified in- dorsement of the leading Breeders and Fanciers of the country, and also of Farmers and Market Poultrymen who raise fowls for profit alone. Send for a copy before subscribing for any other paper. Address “ PoULTRY RECORD,” Farmington, Ills. BUFF COCHINS. PHILADELPHIA, August 20, 1873. FRIEND Minter: Your favor, with $— in full for my entire stock of Buffs, old and young stock of this year, is received. JOS. M. WADE. A few first-class Trios for sale. Also, Light and Dark Brahmas, Par- tridge Cochins, Hamburgs, Aylesburg, and Rouen Ducks. A, A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny, Pa, A FEW FIRST-CLASS CREVE COCKERELS FOR SALE cheap, or would exchange for Pullets, either Creves, Golden Polands, or Light Brahmas. Address J. HENRY SYMONDS, Box 57, Boston, Mass. JOHN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR FANCY FOWLS Of the Choicest Strains. WANTED —HENNY or HEN Feathered GAMES of Good Pedigree. JOHN ARCHER, Box 43, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill Co., Pa. WM. W. KELLY, 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia. PLUCK No. 1. Price, $10.00 per pair. THE NEW CHROMOS. given to the public. These elegant chromos are by far the most expressive pictures eyer Send in your orders early to PLUCK No. 2. TEN CHOICE DARK BRAHMA HENS (some of them imported), for sale cheap to close out this variety. Addres A. M. HALSTED, Box 23, Rye, N.Y. - BRONZE TURKEYS.—Hatch of 1873. $10 per pair. Adult birds at special rates, A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARD AND RABBITRY.— Brown Leghorns, Crevecoeurs, and Silkies, as choice stock as cau be found in America. PIGEONS—Antwerps from the best lofts in Belgium. Fan- tails, Turbits, Magpies, and Jacobines. RABBITS—Seven different varie- ties. The largest and finest collection in America. Send stamp for cir- cular. A. M. HALSTED, Box 23, Rye, New York. GOLDEN-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—0ne trio of very fine birds forsale. Imported the past summer from the yards of Henry Beldon, Yorkshire, England. They are well matched and in fine condition for showing. Price $30. Address JOHN YEUDALL, 2416 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, Pa. THREE FINE TRIOS—BUFF COCHIN EXHIBITION FOWLS, for sale. Prices, $25, $35, and $50 Satisfaction guaranteed. Address C. M. BOYNTON, Box 610, Concord, N. H. ORES A eee eae eur pete areas horns, $7; three trios Light Brahmas, $7; three trios Buff Cochins, $7; two trios Partridge Cochins, $8; three trios Dark Brahmas, $8; one trio Rouen Ducks, $8; one pair Aylesbury Ducks, $6; three pairs Black Red Game Bantams, $6; two pairs Duckwing Game Bantams, $6; five Duckwing Game Bantam Cockerels, $2.50 each; one trio Brown Red Game Bantams, $8; two trios Golden Sebright Ban- tams, $7; one trio White Cochins, $8. Also, FANCY PIGEONS of nearly every known variety, at very low prices. Addvess, with stamp, EDWIN W. SQUIRE, Johnstown, N.Y. EGGS PURE BRED PRIZE FOWLS. FOWLS. BLACK HAMBURGS!! BROWN LEGHORNS ! EGGS THREE DOLLARS PER SETTING! These two Breeds will lay more eggs, and the chickens are easier raised and mature earlier than any other two breeds known !! FOWLS FOR SALE AT THREE TO TEN DOLLARS EACH!! My Stock will be on exhibition at nearly all the leading Poultry Shows in AMERICA, when Persons desiring to purchase Fowls or order Eggs will have an opportunity to judge of the comparative merits of my stock. All eggs will be packed with care, in baskets or boxes, in cut hay, and in rotation as received. Address all orders to ALFRED GRAY, Trenton Falls, Oneida Co., New York. Send for my new descriptive Catalogue of over 30 kinds of Fowls and Eggs, for hatching. FOR SALE.—Imported St. Bernard bitch, four pups, crossed with St. Bernard and blood-hound; also, fine fowls and fancy pigeons in abund- ance. Senda green stamp for prices. Rk. M. GRIFFITH, Wilmington, Del. FOR SAWE.—Two trios Dark Brahmas, $13 each; one trio Light Brahmas, $12; one pair Buff Cochins, $8; one trio White Faced Black Spanish, $9; also, three Buff Cochin Cockerels, from imported and first- premium stock, price, $4 each. The above are all first-class stock and warranted to give satisfaction. For particulars, address H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y. FOR SALE. 4 Hens and 1 Cock, Dark Brahmas, Williams & Warner’s Stock 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Cochins, Philander Williams’ Stock.. “10 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Black Cochin 8 1 trio Light Brahmas......... 6 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Leghorns, O. A. Pitkin’s Stock. 8 Address THOMAS PARKER, Johnstown, N. Y, WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. Also, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. FOR SALE.—We have for sale, to close out stock, three trios, Dusty Miller Games, $15.00; two trios, B. Breasted Red Games, $12.00. Address, with stamp, G. W. WARNE & CO., 1211 Armstrong Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. FOR SALE, CHEAP.—0ne trio of B. B. Red Games; one pair of Houdans, very fine. Address CHAS. V. FOWLES, Ithaca, N. Y. 100 PARTRIDGE COCHIN CHICKENS.—Forsale from my first premium stock, which took first prize at the Boston and New Hamp- shire poultry exhibitions. I have made them a specialty for the last three years and have bred no other fowls. My flock now is far superior to any I have ever raised. Address EDMUND TUCKER, Canton, Mass. N. J. CENTRAL STOCK FARM & POULTRY YARDS. T have for sale pure-bred fowls of the following varieties: LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS. BUFF, PARTRIDGE, AND WHITE COCHINS. HOUDANS AND WHITE-FACED BLACK SPANISH. AYLESBURY AND ROUEN DUCKS. BRONZE TURKEYS, bred from gobblers weighing from 88 to 43 pounds, and hens from 19 to 23 pounds. Also, for sale, ALDERNY CATTLE and POLAND CHINA PIGS. Satisfaction guaranteed in every sale. hes EGGS FOR HATCHING AFTER MARCH 1, 1874. ddress H. C. VAN DERVEER, Whitehouse, Hunterdon Co., N. J. FANCY PIGEONS.—Haying a few choice birds to spare I will dispose of them at a reasonable price: One pair Pouters, red cock and yellow pied hen; one White Cock; one pair Black Fantails; one pair Fantails, black cock and dun hen; one pair Fantails, red cock and dun hen; one pair Yellow Jacobines; two pair Red Jacobines; three young White Jacobines; two pair Archangels; three pair Red Priests; one pair Priests, red cock and yellow hen; one pair Black Trumpeters; two pair Blue Magpies; one pair Red Magpies; two Yellow Magpie hens. All the above are in good health and good breeders. For further information address, with stamp, GEORGE SCHWINN, Nos. 21 & 23 West Pratt St., Baltimore, Md. BARB PIGEONS.—1 have for sale, to reduce stock, some promis- ing young Barbs, out of imported and home-bred stock. Also, a few other varieties. Address, with stamp. J.B. TOWN, 3871 Gay St.,. Baltimore, Md. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 63 MADAME DE LINAS’ LIGHTNING VERMIN ERADICATOR. It is the best, safest, and quickest, and only sure destroyer of Fleas and Lice on Fowls, Dogs, Cattle, Horses, &c. Also, sure death to Moths in Fur. Sample boxes mailed, 50 cents. Agents wanted. HENRY C. CARTIER «& CO., Manufacturing Agents for U.S., 720 Broadway, N. Y. WM. H. KERN, 491 North Third Street, Philadelphia, Pa., BREEDER OF LIGHT BRAHMAS. HORACE K. OSBORN, BREEDER OF CHOICE POULTRY. SILVER SPANGLED HAMBURGS A SPECIALTY. No Circulars; write for what is wanted. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cambridgeport, Mass. HOUDANS AND LIGHT BRAHMAS.—A pair of Pedigree Houdans, $10. Also, Light Brahmas, and Houdans, Pure Stock of 1873, $4 per pair. State where you saw this. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size, Steel Engravings, Hand-Colored, Fine, and very rare. One full set of Six Pictures, consisting of Black Carrier, Blue Pied Pouter, Almond Tumbler, Black Mottled Tumbler, Trumpeter, and Yellow Jacobine. Price, full set, $10. Onepair Carrierand Pouter. Price $5. The above Engray- ings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N, Ninth St., Philadelphia. SILVER SPANGLED HAMBURGS, GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS, WHITE LEGHORN, LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, DUCK-WING GAME BANTAMS. WHITE CALCUTTA FANTAILS, BLUE OWLS, MAGPIES, TUMBLERS, ALL VARIETIES. THOS. 8. ARMSTRONG, Trenton, N. J. FANCIERS’ AGENCY, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY FOWLS, PIGEONS, RABBITS, AND PETS ofall kinds. MY SPECIALTIES. GROUND BEEF AND PORK SCRAPS, GROUND BONE, GROUND OYSTER-SHELL. DARK BRAHMAS. First Class Prize-winners. At Oak Lane Poultry Yards. ; Address Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Eggs in season at $6.00. Philadelphia. OAK LANE POULTRY YARDS.—Light Brahmas, extra Hens and Fine Pullets. Also, a few good young and old Roosters of different grades, cheap for cash. Address Mrs. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. Eggs, $6. Definite orders booked in succession. GEORGE F. CLARKE, 113 WASHINGTON ST., BOSTON, MASS., Can spare a few pairs and trios, hatch of 1873, from his celebrated EXPOSITION STRAIN OF HOUDANS, With Pedigree, selected for Exhibition or Breeding. A sample of “Tablets for Registering Pedigrees,” Sent on receipt of stamp. STANDARD FOWLS AND CHICKS FOR SALE. BUFF COCHINS. Breeding Stock. Imported. WHITE COCHINS. i 6 PARTRIDGE COCHINS. “ @ BLACK COCHINS. Selected Stock. DOMINIQUE COCHINS. First Premium Stock. PLYMOUTH ROCK. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. S.S. HAMBURGS. Breeding Stock. Imported. HOUDANS. First Premium Stock. SILVER POLISH. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Breeding Stock. Imported. BROWN « rr « “ & RED PILE GAME. Breeding Stock. Selected. WHITE GAME. ec w GINGER RED GAME. “ ef ty BLUE ee oe Very Fine. SPANGLED GAME. ss O3 BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Bantams. Breeding Stock. ported. Cock, 16 ounces; Hens, 1314 ounces. GOLDEN SEABRIGHT. Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Circular and Price List. Address G. W. DICKINSONS, Warren, Ohio. Im- thousand dollars, and who is fond of Fowls, Pigeons, Birds, &c., to to buy out the store, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. The best stand in Philadelphia. This would not be for sale, but I find that my entire time will be required on the Fanciers’ Journal which will be published at the above establishment. Address JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1878, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. BLACK BREASTED REDS.—I would state to the public that T shall dispose of my stock of Black-Breasted Red Games before January ist. Those wishing to purchase at prices to suit can address at once, . §. E. CLARK, Cor. See’y, Hartford, Conn. SUGAR MAPLE, White Ash, and Red Beach, 50c. per 100; $2 per 1000. Tulip, Linden, and Sweet Chestnut, $3 per 100; $15 per 1000. By mail, 25c. per 100 extra. Send stamp for catalogue and description. A. BATTLES, Girard, Pa. PURE BRED! !—Two pairs Black Breasted Red Game Bantams, or Cocks single; ONE year old. One pair Gold-Laced Seabright Chicks. One pair White Bantam Chicks, Four Fine White Leghorn Cockerels, “J. B. Smith’s Strain.” One pair Aylesbury Ducks, “Clift’s Strain.” All splendid birds. Will exchange or sell low. Address J. F, FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. A. M. CAREY, SELINSGROVE, PENNA., Breeder of First-Class Fowls. Good specimens of the following vari- eties for sale now at very low prices: Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Hondans, Silver-Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. MY PARTRIDGE COCHINS are wellknown to Breeders, Exhibitors, and judges of that variety of Asiatics, and have attained to a desirable reputation by their superior merits, and success as prize-win- ners. I prefer them to any other variety of Asiatics, and shall make them my specialty for 1874. A few Fowls and a fine lot of Chickens for sale at prices according to quality. Also, for sale, my entire stock of WHITE COCHINS, BLACK RUSSIANS, and JAPAN BANTAMS, to make room for PARTRIDGE COCHINS. Address W. H. BRACKETT, Washington National Bank, Boston, Mass. BULLDOG FOR SALE.—E£xtra fine, one and a half years old. White, with colored spot on the face. Free from scars, and a perfect specimen. Price $30. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, No, 39 N. Ninth St., Phila., Pa. BRONZE TURKEYS,—For want of room I will sell one trio Address THE MASSACHUSETTS POULTRY ASSOCIATION will hold its THIRD ANNUAL EXHIBITION at Music Hall, Feb’y 4th to 11th, inclusive, 1874. In addition to the regular premiums offered by the Association, OVER $1000 ARE OFFERED IN SPECIALS. ENTRIES CLOSE JANUARY 28, 1874. PREMIUM LISTS and ENTRY BLANKS can now be obtained by addressing the Corresponding Secretary, or at the rooms of the Associa- tion, No. 60 Devonshire Street (Room 15), on and after the 20th inst. E. H. HARTSHORN, Corresponding Secretary, P. O. Box 2725, Boston, Mass. FOR SALE, VERY CHEAP.—PARTRIDGE COCHIN COCK, with slight objectionable markings. Address DANIEL T. CROSMAN, Rochester. N. Y. BREEDING STOCK TO SPARE.—Three trios Partridge Cochins, hatch of 72, $10. Two trios Dark Brahmas, hatch of ’72, $10. Two trios Black Cochins, hatch of 72, $10. Eight Light Brahma Hens, hatch of ’72, $3 each. Three Buff Cochin Hens, hatch of ’72, $4 each. Two pair Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, hatch of 78, $6. Also, several hun- dred pairs FANCY PIGEONS of every known variety, at low prices. Address, with stamp, EDWIN W. SQUIRE, Johnstown, N. Y. 64 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Completed in Twenty-five Parts. SM ela EE OPS gk Jt AR ay ID) BOO JO) Ka Omit): tak Ne By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” “BRAHMA FOWLS, &c., &c. ILLUSTRATED WITH FIFTY COLORED PLATES OF CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY, FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, $15.00. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 Norru Ninru STREET, PHILADELPHIA, WM. H. CHURCHMAN, CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, IS NOW BREEDING ONLY LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. Address POULTRY BOOK AS A PRIZE Given to those who purchase FOWLS of J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, New York. Illustrated Catalogue ten cents. Price List free. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL JOB PRINTING OFFICE. WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF FANCY AND PLAIN JOB PRINTING, SUCH AS CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &e., &e. IN CASES WHERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- PENSATION. 47> THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. $2 FOR 13 EGGS ! from premium strains of Light Brahmas, Black Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Plymouth Rocks, White, and Dominique Leghorns, Bantams, and Ducks. Best stock in the country ! SEND YOUR ORDER EARLY, accompanied with cash, to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. N. B.—A few Goop BIRDS to spare from my breeding stock, at $3 to $10 each. Podigree and full description given! COMPLETE SAT- ISFACTION GUARANTEED! Discount on large orders. GOLDEN-SPANGLED POLANDS.—A few pairs or trios for sale at $5 per patr, and $7 per trio, fine birds; cash to accompany the order, Address D. B. BROWN, Peace Dale, Washington Co., R. I. PURE BRED FOWLS. PAVONARIUS & MICHTLE, CAGE MAKERS, AND DEALERS IN SINGING BIRDS, No. 1108 RIDGE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA. Poultry and Pigeon Coops, for Exhibiting Fowls. pets, wholesale and retail. Express. Estimates for Exhibition Coops furnished to Poultry Societies, at short notice. GAME FOWLS. GAME FOWLS. BLACK BREASTED WILLOW-LEGS, BROWN REDS, AND PILE. FANCY PIGEONS— TRUMPETERS, HIGHFLYERS, oF ALL COLORS, BARBS, TUMBLERS, And many other varieties. W. S. CONOVER, P.O. Box 156, Bound Brook, N. J. Pigeons and other Singing Canaries, and Cages, sent safely by No Circular—write for what you want. SPECIAL NOTICE.—The Continental Poultry Powder will be on exhibition and for sale at Buffalo Poultry Show. For terms to retail merchants, druggists, and agents, address A. C. HUNSBERGER, Portland, Penna. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—A few pairs or trios of good Birds, at low figures. Address JAMES FISK, Care of 39 N. Ninth St., Philada, Pa. J. C. LONG, Jr., RAVENNA, OHIO, Offers at low rates, LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, BUFF, WHITE, AND PARTRIDGE COCHINS. FANCY PIGEONS, AnD ANGORA RABBITS. To gentlemen wishing to purchase Good Stock at small figures, This is a rare opportunity. WM. H. LOCKWOOD, ; HARTFORD, CONN. Having sold his entire stock of White Leghorns to Chas. A. Pitkins, WILL BREED AM@RICAN DOMINIQUES ONLY! EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. TEGETMEIR ON PIGEONS.—Two copies for sale at less than cost, in pamphlet form. Address W. W. BILLINGS, New London, Conn. FANCY PIGEONS.—I have on hand an immense quantity of Fancy Pigeons which I wish to dispose of for want of time to give them proper attention. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Phila. F 481 F363 BIRD VANCIER g JOUR) AND POULTRY HXCHANGH. {JAN 2 4 200 ) SS PHILADELPHIA, JANUARY 29, 1874. 5. AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION PROCEEDINGS, 1874. In accordance with previous announcement, the second annual meeting of the American Poultry Association con- vened January 16th, at the office of the Western New York Poultry Society, temporarily situated in St. James Hall. The convention was called to order shortly after 2 o’clock, p.M., by the President of the Association, Mr. W. H. Churchman, of Wilmington, Del., Mr. J. Philadelphia, acting as Secretary. The attendance was composed principally of delegates from state and county | associations, prominent breeders and fanciers from different parts of the United States and Canada, and others interested. After calling the convention to order, Mr. Churchman proceeded to make the following remarks : THE PRESIDENT’S REMARKS. Gentlemen and Brother Fanciers : It affords me much pleasure to see so many of the active breeders of this broad land assembled here to-day to demon- strate the fact that the work that lies before us is of no or- dinary character, but that it is a work of the greatest im- portance. I would impress upon you the fact that the action of this convention is watched, not only by this whole country, but that it is watched as earnestly by the fanciers of foreign countries. Has not the fact that we formed a national or- ganization for the benefit and protection of our American breeders been received in England, and inspired them with the idea that they must have a national organization? Are we not, then, entitled as Americans to the first honors, that we have taken the advanced step in this matter ? I hope that every gentleman in the room (who is not al- ready a member of this Association) will come forward at the proper time and enroll his name, and give this Associa- tion his active support. It is for your individual interest alone that I ask this of you. I extend to you this cordial invitation because it has been imagined that this Association was composed of a clique or ring, and that this clique or ring was going to revise the standard to suit themselves. Never was there such a preposterous idea entertained by any human mind that God Almighty gifted with the power of thought and reason. I hope that no man here present to-day entertains any such idea. Do you suppose for one moment that the gentle- men who represent officially this Association would sanction their names to any such proceeding? I answer for them— No, never! They are gentlemen of integrity and honor, whose reputation is above reproach. I ask you again to come forward and join us, and put your shoulder to our shoulders, and show to the world that we are a national or- ganization recognized by the highest authority in this coun- try—the Congress of the United States—and that we shall send forth our influence through every state in the land. M. Wade, of | MR. CHARLES A. SWEET being called upon to express his opinion with regard to the falsehood above referred to, declared that the idea of the Association being managed to the advantage of a particular clique or ring was a surprise to him. The notion, he thought, was Such a one as no sensible man would entertain for a mo- ment. The affairs of the Association were directed with the utmost fairness and impartiality ; and, in conclusion, Mr. Sweet advised every breeder and fancier present who was not a member to come forward at once and attach his name to the rolls. At the close of Mr. Sweet’s remarks, it was moved and carried that a certificate of membership BE ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED, to entitle any person to a vote on the questions brought be- fore the convention. The calling of the roll was the next business in order, each man, as his name was pronounced, answering whether or not he was a member of the Association. Large numbers of those present, not previously connected with the Associa- tion, after the roll call had been concluded, paid the usual admission fee, and were forthwith enrolled as members. The real business of the day, that of establishing a standard of excellence, was then taken into consideration, and the delegates were invited to express their opinions as to the best means of founding such a standard. A motion of Mr. Williams, that the doings with respect to the standard be the exclusive property of the Association, was carried. It was moved that the President appoint A COMMITTEE OF FIVE PERSONS to divide the members of the convention into sub-commit- tees on the different varieties of fowl, and that the said sub- committees be empowered to make such amendments to the standard as they deem necessary—the said amendments to be afterwards adopted or rejected by the convention. This motion was carried, and the President appointed Messrs. J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa., H. H. Stoddard, Hartford, Ct., and P. Williams, Taunton, Mass. While the committee were preparing their report, the convention was occupied with listening to the reading of a large amount of correspondence which had been received from the leading fanciers of the country, including the fol- lowing : OFFICE OF THE IoWA STATE POULTRY ASSOCIATION, CEDAR Rapips, Jan. 14, 1874. Jos. M. Wang, Esq., *Sec’y of the National American Poultry Association : Dear Sir: Please give the officers and members of the American Association the assurances of the hearty co-opera- tion of the Iowa State Association in all their efforts to revise the standard, and in all other matters calculated-to elevate the character and impress the importance of our specialties on the mind of the public. We intend to keep 66 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ayaa oe : .in the frontirank df the progressive Association of this coun- try, and though smallin number, we feel large for our size and age. , Wishing the Association abundant success and harmony in its councils, lam Very respectfully yours, C. J. WARD, Secretary I. S. P. A. Ho! ror A GRANGER’S EXPRESS, OR THE GREAT NATIONAL EXPRESS. TERREBONNE SraTion, La., January 6th, 1874. Jos. M. Wank, Esq. Dear Sir: I ‘¢owe you one,’’ as Cornet Ollipod says in the play. Exchange have come duly to hand, and contents greedily noted; and this is to return thanks to you for the same; that is, the favor you have thus conferred. May the journal prove a success, as the fever-heat of the fancy should not be allowed to wane because of a scarcity of good reading on the subject. A subject which is of vital importance is some cheap sys- tem of transportation. Now the expressage on fowls is in- tolerably heavy. A coop of fowls will cost nearly double their value when shipped across the States. Many who would like to indulge their fancy South find this a great drawback. So it stands all interested in hand to bring about a reduction in prices, and establish a regular schedule of freights on live stock. Thousands and thousands of stock would ‘change hands’, were it not for this oppressive ‘‘orinding ’’ on the part of the express companies. How is it that poultry societies do not make an effort to secure some lower and certain rates of charges? Now if fowls be sent that are costly, the expressman seems to note the fact, and piles on the big charge. It is true that parties sending fowls may manage to higgle with agents, and get a coop or two through at a reduced price, but if he neglects this precaution look out, for a big bill will be handed in of charges as a consequence. I think it stands the Grangers in hand to urge upon the government the establishment of a national express, which being a governmental affair would control the whole system of expressage throughout the country, and which would redound greatly to the benefit of the commonwealth. Then animals, seeds, trees, farm implements, &c., &c., could, at moderate prices, be disseminated over the length and breadth of the land, with great facility, to the great behoof and prosperity of every one. The government has its postal department, its agricultural departments, but it now needs the great national express department; I think it would prove a big thing if run in connection with the mail system. In the journal of the 8th instant, J. G. alludes to the statement that ‘‘cholera” succeeds to rainy weather. This may be, but in 1872 I lost nearly every fowl I had during a very dry spell, and in spite of all precautions and doctering, the disease persisted until a few heavy showers drenched the ground. The disease then was checked in a day’s time. But my opinions and views upon this disease I will en- deayor to give you at another time. Respectfully yours, L. L. Hotcomss, M.D. Specimens of the Fanciers’ Journal and Poultry CEDAR Rapips, January 14th, 1874. Jos. M. Wang, Esq., Secretary of the American Poultry Association. Dear Sir: At the regular annual meeting of the Iowa State Poultry Association, held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, December the 18th, 1873, the following resolution was unan- imously adopted, and the Secretary instructed to forward a copy to the Secretary of the American Poultry Association for the consideration of that body, at their meeting, during the continuance of the Poultry Exhibition in Buffalo, N. Y. C. J. WARD, Secretary I.S. P. A. Whereas, The development of the poultry interest of this country is being much retarded by the exorbitant charges, and the careless and neglectful manner of the handling of the same by the express companies in its transportation, therefore be it Resolved, by the Lowa State Poultry Association, That it is their wish and special request that at the next meeting of the National American Association, to be held in the city of Buffalo, New York, January, 1874, said association take such steps or measures to remedy this evil as may seem to them most expedient and proper in the premises. Resolved, That the Secretary of this Association forward to the Secretary of the American Association a copy of these resolutions, with an earnest request that the matter be at an early date placed before said association for their action. H. C. Darrau, Byron WEBSTER, Committee. C. J. WARD, Secretary I. S. P. A. The committee of five next presented their report, which was as follows: The following LIS’ OF SUB-COMMITTEES on the different varieties of fowl were then submitted by the Chairman of the General Committee, Mr. Philander Wil- liams, of Taunton, Mass., and the report was accepted with- out debate. Light Brahmas—I. K. Felch, Natick, Mass.; J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa.; P. Williams, Taunton, Mass. Dark Brahmas—Wm. H. Churchman, Wilmington, Del. ; E. C. Skinner, Detroit, Mich.; A. B. Estes, New York. Buff Cochins—Geo. L. Williams, Buffalo, N. Y.; David Jones, Tecumseh, Mich.; H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. Partridge Cochins—C. H. Crosby, Danbury, Ct.; W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio; P. Williams, Taunton, Mass. Black and White Cochins—Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. ; Wm. Wright, Detroit, Mich.; A. M. Halsted, Rye, N. Y. Plymouth Rocks and Dominiques—Wm. H. Lockwood, Hartford, Ct.; C. B. Elben, Pittsburg, Pa.; M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass. Dorkings—Fred. Sturdy, Guelph, Ont.; R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del.; H. H. Stoddard, Hartford, Ct. Hamburgs—H. H. Stoddard, Hartford, Ct.; Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua, N. H.; E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N.Y. Black Spanish—A. M. Halsted, Rye, N. Y.; E. B. Smith, -. Buffalo, N. Y.; I. K. Felch, Natick, Mass. White, Brown, Black, and Dominique Leghorns—Wm. H. Lockwood, Hartford, Ct.; E. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. ; W. B. Atkinson, Erie, Pa. Polish—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del.; E. P. How- lett, Syracuse, N. Y.; H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. Houdans, Creve Coeurs, La Fleche, and Guilders—Wm. P. Atkinson, Erie, Pa.; Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y.; A. M. Halsted, Rye, N. Y. Games and Game Bantams—P. W. Hudson, North Man- chester, Conn.; M. H. Cryer, Massillon, Ohio; A. D./War- ren, Worcester, Mass. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 67 Bantams other than Games—E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, N. Y.; E.S. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y.; P. Williams, Taun- ton, Mass. Various Class—Rev. Wm. Atwood, Big Flats, N. Y.; W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio; 8. H. Seamans, Wauwatosa, Wis. Turkeys—Geo. Vanderveer, Port Jackson, N. Y.; J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, N. Y.; M. H. Cryer, Massillon, Ohio; W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Obio. Geese and Ducks—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio; C. B. Elben, Pittsburg, Pa. ; Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. Your committee recommend that the Association instruct the committees on the respective breeds to make their re- ports on the numerical basis of one hundred. Mr. Williams moved that all correspondence relating to the alteration of the standard, be passed over to these com- mittees, and the motion was carried without opposition. Mr. Halsted moved that the Committee on Asiatics be instructed to make the word size mean weight. Mr. Churchman thinks this should be discussed by the committee on all classes of birds. Mr. Halsted’s motion that the size of Asiaties be made uniform, discussed by Mr. Felch, and thinks ten is a small enough number to allow for weight. Mr. Halsted thinks size should be independent from weight. Mr. Lockwood thinks the matter should be discussed after the report of the sub-committees. Mr. Halsted thinks the birds should be judged as they are in size, and not as they may be in future development. Mr. Felch thinks weight should prevail, rather than a large frame not yet developed or matured. Mr. Williams speaks on the improvement in size of birds at recent shows, and thinks size and weight should remain in the standard as at present, and thinks fifteen is the better number. Mr. Halsted wants the number fifteen and not twenty on all Asiatics. Mr. Hudson suggests size and weight rather than either alone should be in the standard. Carried. Report of the committee accepted as read, with the amend- ment of Mr. Hudson. Adjourned till 2 P.M. to-morrow, with instructions to committees to report at that hour. Jan. 15th, 1874. JANnuARY 16th, 1874, 3 p.m. Called to order by the President. Mr. Churchman wished no minutes taken by outside parties, and would expel any member violating this rule. No reporters will be allowed here at the meeting this evening. Mr. Warren moves adjournment till 7 P.M. Mr. Williams named 8S. Merry, W. H. Todd, D. Aflen, and C. H. Crosby, as a committee to revise the standard on the general shape of Cochins. Nominations of said com- mittee confirmed. Adjourned on motion of Mr. Warren till 7 p.m. this day. JANUARY 16th, 74 P.M. Convention called to order. President Churchman in the Chair. Mr. Warren moves the appointment of a committee of | three on Transportation by this Association. Carried. TRAINING TUMBLERS To Fiy.—It is somewhat diffi- cult to train tumblers to fly, the difficulty being to get them up. This is increased if there are high buildings near, on which they can sit and defy you. We have found the fol- lowing plan answer best:—Ist. Do not let your birds out until you want them to perform. If they are let out early, say six o’clock in summer, by a servant, they take a fly round, and do not care to move again. 2d. Choose a fine, clear morning, put the birds which you intend to fly in one place, say one side of the division in your loft, not letting the setting birds mix with them. 8d. Do not feed them; and at, say nine o’clock, open the trap, and frighten them up with a carriage-whip, which, being long and making a noise when cracked in the air, we have found answer well. If possible, do not let one idler rest on a building. Ina few mornings it is wonderful how they learn to mount. When they come in they will rush to their food and enjoy their breakfast. We are sure that overfeeding is bad. Keep the flyers pretty sharp and anxious to pick up every stray grain. Feeding before flying is a most foolish plan. If you want your birds to fly, Tumble well, and mount up high, Don’t give them a single grain Till they are in the loft again. There is arhymimg rule for you to remember.—Journal of Horticulture. i 84 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. THE GREAT ST. BERNARD. By the pass of the Great St. Bernard travelers cross the Pennine Alps (Penn, a Celtic word, meaning height) along the mountain road which leads from Martigny, in Switzer- land, to Aosta, in Piedmont. * On the crest of the pass, 8200 feet above the sea level, stands the Hospice, tenanted by about a dozen monks. This is supposed to be the highest spot in Europe inhabited by human beings. The climate is necessarily rigorous, the thermometer in winter being often twenty-nine degrees below zero, whilst sixty-eight degrees Fahr. is about the highest range ever attained in summer. From the extreme difficulty of respiration, few of the monks ever survive the period of their vow, which is fifteen years, commencing at the age of eighteen. This hospice is said to have been first founded in the year 962, by Bernard, a Pied- montese nobleman. It will be remembered that it was over this pass Napoleon, in May, 1800, led an army of 30,000 men into Italy, having with them heavy artillery and cavalry. For poor travelers and traders the hospice is really a place of refuge. During winter, crossing this pass is a very dan- gerous affair. The snow falls in small particles, and remains as dry as dust. Whirlwinds, called “ tourmentes,’’ catch up this light snow, and carrying it with blinding violence against the traveler, burying every landmark, at once put an end to knowledge of position. Avalanches, too, are of frequent occurrence. After violent storms, or the fall of avalanches, or any other unusual severity of winter weather, the monks set outin search of travelers who may have been overwhelmed by the snow in their ascent of the pass. They are generally accompanied in their search by dogs of a peculiar breed, commonly known as the St. Bernard’s Dog, on account of the celebrated mon- astery where these magnificent animals are taught to exer- cise their wondrous powers, which have gained for them and their teachers a world-wide fame. On their neck is a bell, to attract the attention of any belated wayfarer, and their deep and powerful bay quickly gives notice to the benevo- lent monks to hurry to the relief of any unfortunate tra- veler they may find. Some of the dogs carry, attached to their collars, a flask of spirits or other restorative. Their wonderfully acute sense of smell enables them to detect the bodies of persons buried deeply beneath the surface of the snow, and thus direct the searchers where to dig for them. The animal’s instinct seems to teach it, too, where hidden chasms or clefts, filled with loose snow, are, for it carefully avoids them, and thus is an all-important guide to the monks themselves. ~ We have stories without number as to what these dogs ac- complish on their own account, how they dig out travelers, and bring them sometimes, unaided by man, to the hos- pice. A few years ago, one of these faithful animals might be seen wearing a medal, and regarded with much affection by all. This noble dog had well deserved the distinction, for one stormy day he had saved twenty-two individuals buried in their snowy envelope. Unfortunately he met, at a subsequent period, the very fate from which he had res- cued'so many persons. At the worst season an Italian courier was crossing the pass, attended by two monks, each escorted by a dog (one being the wearer of the medal), when suddenly a vast avalanche shot down upon them with light- ning speed, and they were all lost. Another of these dogs, named ‘‘ Barry,’’ had served the St. Bernard convent during twelve years, and had saved the lives of fifteen persons during that time. Whenever the pass was obscured by fogs and wintry snow-storms, he would go forth in search of lost travelers. It was his practice to run barking till he lost his breath, and he would venture into the most dangerous places. If, as sometimes happened, he did not succeed in drawing out from the snow some tra- veler stiffened with cold or overcome with exhaustion, he woald run back to the convent and fetch some of the monks. One day this brave dog found alittle child in a half-frozen state. He began directly to lick him, and haying succeeded first in restoring animation, and next in the complete resus- citation of the boy, he induced the child, by his caresses, to tie himself on his back. When this was effected, he transported the poor child, as if in triumph, to the hospice. When overtaken by old age, the glorious dog was pensioned off by way of reward, and after his death his body was stuf- fed and placed in the museum at Berne. It is said that dogs of this variety inherit the faculty of tracking footsteps in snow. A gentleman once obtained a pup which had been produced in London by a female of the St. Bernard breed. The young animal was brought to Scotland, where it was never observed to have any particu- lar tokens of a power of tracking footsteps until winter. Then, when the ground was covered with snow, it showed the utmost inclination to follow footsteps; and such was its power of doing so, that though its master might attempt to confuse it by walking in the most irregular fashion, and by inducing other persons to cross his path in all directions, yet it always followed his course with great precision.— Cottager and Artisan. THE DOG OF ST. BERNARD’S. Tuey tell that on St. Bernard’s mount, Where holy monks abide, Still mindful of misfortune’s claim, Though dead to all beside ; The weary, wayworn traveler Oft sinks beneath the snow; For, where his faltering steps to bend, No track is lett to show. *Twas here, bewildered and alone, A stranger roamed at night; His heart was heavy as his tread, His scrip alone was light. Onward he pressed, yet many an hour He had not tasted food ; And many an hour he had not known Which way his footsteps trod ; And if the convent’s bell had rung To hail the pilgrim near, Tt still had rung in vain for him— He was too far to hear; And should the morning light disclose Its towers amid the snow, To him ’twould be a mournful sight— He had not strength to go. Valor could arm no mortal man That night to meet the storm— No glow of pity could have kept A human bosom warm, But obedience to a master’s will Had taught the Dog to roam, And through the terrors of the waste, To fetch the wanderer home. And if it be too much to say That pity gave him speed, Tis sure he not unwillingly Performed the generous deed. For now he listens—and anon He scents the distant breeze, And casts a keen and anxious look On every speck he sees. And now deceived, he darts along, « As if he trod the air— Then disappointed, droops his head With more than human care, A RESCUE ON THE ST. BERNARD. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 85 He never loiters by the way, Nor lays him down to rest, Nor seeks a refuge from the shower That pelts his generous breast. And surely ’tis not less than joy That makes it throb so fast, When he sees, extended on the snow, The wanderer found at last. ’Tis surely he—he saw him move, And at the joyful sight He tossed his head with a prouder air, His fierce eye grew more bright; Eager emotion swelled his breast To tell his generous tale— And he raised his voice to its loudest tone To bid the wanderer hail. The pilgrim heard—he raised his head, And beheld the shaggy form— With sudden fear he seized the gun That rested on his arm: “Ha! art thou come to rend alive What dead thou mightst devour? And dost thy savage fury grudge My one remaining hour? Fear gave him back his wasted strength, He took his aim too well— The bullet bore the message home— The injured mastitf fell. His eye was dimmed, his voice was still, And he tossed his head no more— But his heart, though it ceased to throb with joy, Was generous as before! For round his willing neck he bore A store of needful food, That might support the traveller’s strength On the yet remaining road. Enough of parting life remained, His errand to fuifil— One painful, dying effort more Might save the murderer still. So he heeded not his aching wound, But crawled to the traveller’s side, Marked with a look the way he came, Then shuddered, groaned, and died! Miss Fry. TEACHING A CANARY TO PIPE. Iv may interest some of you canary fanciers to hear that a canary is capable of learning to pipe like a bullfinch. I had a pair of canaries from Malta, given to me by a soldier’s wife four or five years ago, and by frequently playing a little German air (‘Trab Trab’’) this was caught up and sung so perfectly, that persons in the garden could not always dis- tinguish the song of the bird from the organ. He lost his mate last summer, and though there was another pair in the same cage (a large one), he moped and was silent for several months. I gaye him another mate and the whole cage to himself a month ago; he very shortly recovered his spirits and his song. I have more than a dozen birds, of various kinds, in a different compartment, which, when singing all together, one would suppose would be rather confusing, but I distinguish his sweet pipe in the midst of them. By re- minding him occasionally of the air, and giving him a few hempseeds for proficiency, he remembers it perfectly, and generally greets me with it the first thing in the morning, or if I go to him and invite him. On second thoughts, my first bird died after learning the song and helping to educate his first-born.—South Wales. [The above communication is most interesting, but it ought not to surprise; for if a canary can be taught one description of song, which in its endless variety defies any but a care- fully educated ear to detect its constituent parts, why should it not learn another in the shape of asimple air? But, more marvellous still, I know of two instances, each authenticated beyond a doubt, in which canaries have been taught to speak. —W. A. Buakston, in Journal of Horticulture. | BUFFALO POULTRY SHOW. LIST OF AWARDS. (Continued from No. 5, page 71.) SILVER SPANGLED. Cocks—Ist special premium, Ongley, Worden & Talmadge, Auburn, N. Y. 2d premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. 3d premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. Hens—lst special premium, Ongley, Worden & Talmadge, Auburn, N. Y. 2d premium, Geo. E. Athole, New York. 3d premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ontario. Cockerels—Ilst special premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ontario. 2d premium, Ongley, Worden & Talmadge, Auburn, IN Wo 3d premium, W. R. Hills, Albany, N. Y. Pullets—Ist special premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N.Y. 2d premium, W. R. Hills, Albany, N. Y. 3d premium, E. A. Bell, Buffalo, N. Y. * Jupers—R. M. Griffith, Del.; M. H. Cryer, Ohio; P. W. Hudson, Conn, GOLDEN PENCILLED. Cocks—Ist special premium, A. J. Tuck, Nashua, 2d premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, A. J. Tuck, Nashua, N. H. 2d premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 3d premium, E. 8. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. Cockerels—l1st special premium, L. D. Ely, Rochester, N.Y. 2d premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ohio. 3d premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. Pullets—Ilst special premium, E.S. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. 3d premium, Duncan Mchk. Kay, Galt, Ont. N. H. SILVER PENCILLED. Cocks—l1st special premium, 8. B. Covert, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. 2d premium, S. B. Covert, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Cockerels—Ist special premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N.Y. 2d premium, 8. B. Covert, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. poles special premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, 5 ee : 2d premium—s. B. Covert, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Jupares—R. M. Griffith, Del.; P. W. Hudson, Conn.; M. H. Cryer, Ohio. WHITE. Cocks—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, Harry Thompson, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. Hens—lIst special premium—no award. 2d premium, Harry Thompson, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. Cockerels—Ist special premium, Harry Thompson, Jr., Buf- falo, N. Y. 2d premium, Harry Thompson, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. Pullets—Ilst special premium, H. Thompson, Jr., Buffalo, IN: Mo 2d premium—L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. BLACK. Cocks—lst special premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Charles J. Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. 86 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Cockerels—lst special premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Duncan MeR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 3d premium, C. J. Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. Pullets—1st special premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 3d premium, C. J. Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. Jupars—R. M. Griffith, Del.; M. H. Cryer, Ohio; P. W. Hudson, Conn. CLASS 5—SPANISH. BLACK, WHITE-FACED. Cocks—Ist special premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Duncan Meck. Kay, Galt, Ont. 3d premium, Geo. E. Barber, Auburn, N. Y. Hens—Ist special premium, E. B. Smith, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Stephen Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. 3d premium, G. E. Barber, Auburn, N. Y. Cockerels—1st special premium, Duncan MecR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, F. Sturdy, Guelph, Ont. 8d premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. Pullets—1st special premium, Geo. EH. Barber, Auburn, Y 2d premium—no award. 8d premium—no award. WHITE LEGHORN. Cockerels—I1st special premium, Chidsey & White, Elmira, N.Y. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. Pullets—l1st special premium—no award. 2d premium, L. D. Ely, Jr., Rochester, N. Y. 8d premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. BROWN LEGHORNS. Cocks—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. 8d premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. Hens—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, F..J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. 8d premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. Cockerels—Ist special premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. 2d premium, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, N. Y. 3d premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. Pullets—Ist special premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. 2d premium, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass. 3d premium, W. A. Fuller, Glen, N. Y. | ANDALUSIANS. Cocks—lst special premium, S. 8. Van Buren & Co , Hart- ford, Ct. 2d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, 8. 8S. Van Buren & Co., Hart- ford, Ct. y 2d premium—no award. Jupeus—W. H. Lockwood, Conn.; S. Butterfield, Ont. ; William P. Atkinson, Penn. CLASS 6—POLISH. BLACK, WHITE CRESTS. Cocks—1st special premium, G. Chapman & Co., Rochester, ENTRY: 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, G. Chapman & Co., Rochester, Ia Ga 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. WHITE, WHITE CRESTS. Cocks—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, O. Howland, Owasco, N. Y. 3d premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. Hens—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 3d premium—no award. Cockerels—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, E. 8. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. Pullets—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, EH. §. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Jupars—F, Sturdy, Ont.; E. 8S. Ongley, N. Y. GOLDEN. Cocks—Ist special premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 2d premium, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 2d premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 3d premium, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Pullets—lst special premium, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmore- land, N. Y. 2d premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 3d premium—no award. SILVER. Cocks—Ist special?premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 2d premium, Julius Fuchs, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Hens—Ist special premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, H. M. Thomas, Brooklin, Ont. Cockerels—1st special premium, C. J. Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. 8d premium, O. Howland, Owasco, N. Y. Pullets—lst special premium—no award. 2d premium, C. J. Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. JupGES—F. Sturdy, Ont.; E. P. Lawrence, Mass. CLASS 7—FRENCH. HOUDANS. Cocks—Ist special premium, Jas. H. Sherwood, Jr., Byron Centre, N. Y. 2d premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, Geo. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. Hens—Ist special premium, Geo. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. 2d premium, J. H. Sherwood, Byron Centre, N. Y. 8d premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y. Cockerels—Ist special premium, R. K. Noye, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, W. A. Fuller, Glen, N. Y. 3d premium, Geo. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. Pullets—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, W. A. Fuller, Glen, N. Y. 3d premium, R. K. Noye, Buffalo, N. Y. Jupa@Es—W. H. Todd, Ohio; P. Williams, Mass.; 8. Merry, N. Y. CREVECGUR. Cocks—1st special premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, INE Ye: 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, W. A. Fuller, Glen, N. Y. Hens—Ist special premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, INg NG 2d premium, W. A. Fuller, Glen, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Cockerels—Ist special premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. Pullets—Ist special premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. : 2d premium—no award. 8d premium—no award. 4 LA FLECHE. Cocks—Ist special premium, H. C. Jewett, Buffalo, N. We 2d premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Byes 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, H. C. Jewett, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Cockerels—1st special premium, H. C. Jewett, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 87 BLACK GUELDRE. Cocks—Ist special preminm, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N.Y. 2d premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Hens—Ist special premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. NG 2d premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Pullets—Ist special premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N.Y. 2d premium—no award. -3d premium—no award. Jupees—W. H. Todd, Ohio; S. Merry, New York, Phil- ander Williams, Mass. CLASS 8—GAME BANTAMS. BLACK-BREASTED RED. Cocks—Ist special premium, P.J. Brummelkamp, Syracuse, ING Me 2d premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. 3d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, 'N. Y. 4th premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. Hens—l1st premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, P. J. Blummelkamp, Syracuse, N. Y. 3d premium, H. P. Howlett, Syracuse, N. Y. 4th premium, Donald C. Sweet, Buffalo, N. Y. Cockerels—lst special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, INE YS: 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. 4th premium, Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y. Pullets—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N.Y. 2d premium, H. M. Clay, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, J. H. Robinson, Cuba, N. Y. 4th premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. DUCK WING. Cocks—I1st special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, M. H. Cryer & Co., Massillon, Ohio. 4th premium, Duncan McRh. Kay, Galt, Ont. Hens—lst special premium, Duncan Mech. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. 3d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 4th premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. Cockerels—Ilst special premium, , Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 4th premium—no award. Pullets—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, INS: 2d premium, Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont. 8d premium—no award. 4th premium—no award. BROWN-BREASTED RED. Cocks—Ist special premium, C. N. Brown, Unadilla Forks, INE YE 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. Hens—Ist special premium, Daniel ‘Allen, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, C. N. Brown, Unadilla Forks, INA NG 3d premium, Smith & Hodge e, Buffalo, N. Ne Ca ae t special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Pullets—I1st special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N.Y. 3d premium—no award. PILE BANTAM. Cocks—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. 8d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, Wo ME Hens—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, Ne 3d premium, Chidsey & White, Elmira, INES: Cockerels—Ist special premium, E. 's. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Pallets—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, E. S. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Bye 3d premium, Chidsey & White, Elmira, Ile YOs bs37 in IRISH GRAY. Cockerels—Ist special premium, E. S. Ralph, Buffalo, N 6 Yo 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award, Pullets—lst special premium, E. 8. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. WHITE. Cocks—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. dd premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, E. 8. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. BLACK. Cocks—Ist special premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium—no award. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. Cockerels—Ist special premium, M. H. Cryer & Co., Mas- sillon, Ohio. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Pullets—l1st special premium, M. H. Cryer & Co., Massil- lon, O. 2d premium, Smith & Hodge, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Jupe@Es—P. W. Hudson, Connecticut; Ontario; A. D. Warren, Massachusetts. GOLDEN SEBRIGHT. Cocks—Ist special premium, E. S. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 2d premium, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 3d premium, E, §S. Ongley, Auburn, INE aRYS Hens—lst special premium, E. S. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 2d premium, $. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. 3d premium, EH. §. Ongley, Auburn, INES: Cockerels—Ist special premium, E.S. Ongley, Auburn, N.Y. 2d premium, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 3d premium, E, §. Ongley, Auburn, NERY? Pullets—Ist special premium, P. Williams. 2d premium, EH. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 3d premium, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. SILVER SEBRIGHT. Hens—lIst special premium—no award. 2d premium, S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. 3d premium, S. W. Studley, Catskill, N. Y. Cockerels—lst special premium—no award. 2d premium, 8. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. 8d premium—no award. Pullets—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium, S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y éd premium—no award, BLACK AFRICAN. Cocks—Ist special premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. 2d premium—no award. 8d premium—no award. Hens—lIst special premium, Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. 2d premium, Rk. Worthington, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Cockerels—Ist special premium, E. S. Ongley, Auburn, N.Y H. M. Thomas, 2d premium, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Pullets—Ist special premium, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. 2d premium, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, N. Y. 3d premium, H. 5S. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y. WHITE FEATHER-LEGGED. Cockerels—1st special premium—no award. 2d premium—no award. 8d premium, J. Beardsley, Buffalo. N. Y. Pullets—Ist special premium—no award. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, J. Beardsley, Buffalo, N. Y. Jupars—KE, P. Howlett, N. Y.; C. H. Crosby, Conn.; S. Butterfield, Ont. (Continued in our next.) 88 FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Enfjeu, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by Josern M. ADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. a: Soscens Jorma AND Aj OULTRY GGxonaves, ) JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum.,... Six Copies, one year,.. Specimen Copies, by mail,. ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subjects interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid...............0++ $1 20, displayed........... $1 80 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid ce i 16 20 1 page, 216 lines, SOlid...............-e000002 Be pobanacr +...02 40 Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. DAVENPORT POULTRY CLUB. (Continued from page 73, No. 5.) It is proper here to take a survey of the pure varieties of poultry, now recognized among us as worthy of fancy and propagation since the ‘(hen fever ’’ has subsided into a ra- tional interest in these pets, and especially into rational prices for specimens. The specimens first brought from the Orient were called Shanghais, Chittagongs, Cochin Chinas i) ’ 5 5 ) ? Brahma Poortras, &c., according as they had been obtained ) ’ 5 py at one or other seaport. But since, by inbreeding, they have been reduced to distinct types, they are known as Cochins, Brahmas, and Malays. ) My the buff, lemon, cinnamon, grouse, partridge, white and black. Of the Gochins there are | The last is sometimes erroneously called Black Java. | Of the Brahmas there are the light and dark. The chief | excellencies of these varieties are size (from 8 to 18 lbs.), docility that requires but little fencing to restrict them, har- diness, winter-laying, and early and constant sitting. Their . o +: : | defects are, capacity for much food, flesh not so delicate as in some others, and to fat and disease after passing the age of eighteen months. The Malays are so long and bony with so little flesh, and that of a poor quality, that they have been discarded by fanciers. The Dorking family, comprising the white-gray, silver-gray, and speckled, is an English product with whom as a table fowl they have held the first place for many years. Their excellencies are, abundance of the best of flesh with smallness of bone, docility, and superiority as sisters and mothers. Their defects ave, great delicateness of constitution while chicks, and being the poorest of winter- layers, and the greatest of garden scratchers. Spanish fowl is a native of Spain, and probably from Spain Columeli obtained his specimens 1800 years ago, from his relative, whom he says was a ‘‘sharp and ingenious man who engaged in breeding cattle and sheep in that country.” When carefully bred the Black Spanish are very handsome, produces a great many eggs during summer, but Spends a long time in moulting, lays but little during the winter, sits The Black | | blue, red and white pied. occasionally and unreliably, and is very indifferent on the table. The White Leghorn fow] is nearly the exact counter- part of the Spanish, substituting white plumage for black, but is rather more noisy, quarrelsome and thieving in dispo- sition, and equally indifferent as a table bird. The Hamburgs, spangled and pencilled golden, spangled and pencilled silver, and black are difficult to locate in their origin. My opinion is that the silver varieties are German, the pencilled golden, Paduan or perhaps Turkish, the spangled golden English, and the black a cross of spangled golden and Black Spanish. They are to my eye the most beautiful of gallinacious fowls, are unsurpassed as summer layers, and the early pullets are good winter layers. The spangled golden is somewhat larger than the silver varieties, and their flesh is the best that grows on chicken bones, I think. The Hamburg, when startled, is a great flyer, but ordinarily is of a most quiet and gentle disposition. Close domestication destroys their disposition to sit, but reared with unlimited range they oc- casionally sit and make constant mothers. They are com- paratively harmless in the garden and are almost proof against roost robbers by reason of their persistent squaling when handled. Their chief defects are, late maturity, small- ness of size, and liability to ‘‘roup,’’ though they rarely take the cholera, the scourge of the Asiatic varieties. The Polish fowl, black, white, silver and golden laced, is of Polish ori- gin, perbaps Turkish, but most likely of East India. They are called ‘ Polish” for their large crests; are very pretty, excellent summer layers, fair table fowls, but are delicate to rear, small of size, mature slowly, and scratch the garden ex- ceedingly. Bantams, Black African, white-yellow, golden and silver-laced, are merely ornamental fowls. They are very handsome, proud of carriage, saucy, and quarrelsome. Their diminutiveness renders them useless as practical, but valuable as ornamental birds. The Bantam was first ob- tained in the kingdom of Bantam, in the East Indies. The gold and silver-laced Bantams, so called for the dark edging on each feather in their plumage, are claimed to have been produced as a composit variety by Lord Sebright, of Hng- land, professedly in pursuance of the theories of Dr. Darwin. But as Lord Sebright never divulged the ‘‘ secret” of their production, and a repetition of the claimed phenomenon had never been effected, the whole claim seems very doubtful. Game Bantams are merely dwarf game fowls, produced by late and inbreeding, as dwarfs of any variety may be had. The Dominiques and Plymouth Rocks are varieties that seem to have been evolved from miscellaneous breeding of other varieties. The game fowl, whose origin has been already re- ferred to, is of many varieties and subvarieties, but these are reducible to three original types, the red, gray, and black. Of these the red is best, being a better layer, sitter, and mother; and is less quarrelsome though equally courageous as compared with the others. The gray is larger, more quarrelsome, and of all games the poorest layer. Games are but moderately good winter layers as a class, but are unsur- passed as sensible, sedate, though courageous sitters and mothers. Among the many subvarieties of game, we may name the Earl Derby, Pile (a name corrupted from pied), Also Seftons, Heathwoods, Stone- fence, Clippers, Tartars, &. I may be pardoned, perhaps, for mentioning here a subyariety or strain, I have, with encouraging success, endeavored to produce, with a view to combining the best qualities of the game fowl in the highest degree; i. e., excellence for the table, and as layers, sitters, and mothers, requiring size, stamina, and courage as essential FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 89 elements. Supposing I have reached a point where the type may be called a ‘‘strain,’”’ I acknowledge the bent of my recreations by naming it, ‘‘ The Parson’s Blue Monday.” The French varieties, Houdan, Laflech, and Creveleur are products of France. They have excellent qualities, but ex- cept Houdans, are too delicate for this climate. The Hou- dan is like the Dorking in size, quality of flesh, and smallness of bone, but is much hardier, matures more rapidly than any other variety, and is said to be a good winter layer. I must in this paper forego to notice geese, ducks, tur- keys, peafowl, and guinea-fowl; not that they are unde- serving, but that there is so much to be said in their behalf. Our tame turkey is a native of Mexico. The wild turkey of our own forests is a larger, finer, and more beautiful bird. The Bronze Turkey is a cross of the Buff Turkey of South America and our wild black variety. I have seen a bronze said to weigh forty-five pounds, though we read of some yet larger. Time will not admit of a treatment of the scientific phase of poultry keeping here, although, to myself, this constitutes its chief interest. ‘Brute psychology in its relations to mental philosophy,’’ ‘Selection of Species,’ with other curious scientific queries, find a field of investigation easy to obserye, rapid in development, and full of pleasurable recre- ation in the phenomena presented among these feathered tribes. LIGHT BRAHMA CLASS. As judged at the Buffalo show, by I. K. Felch, Natick, Mass; EH. P. Howlett, Syracuse, N. Y., and A. B. Estes, New York City. Ligut BrauMa Cocks. Entry No. Owner. Points. Prize. 133 Wm. H. Todd, 92 First. 232 Furness, 89 Second. 294 Philander Williams, 89 Third. 292 G6 G6 89 Fourth. 1189 W. D. Cantillon, 87 Fifth. Lieut BrauMa Hens. 428 S. Merry, 93 First. 293 Philander Williams, 883 Second. 285 John W. Bush, 87 Third. 295 Philander Williams, 87 Fourth. 1099 Wm. Wright, 824 Fifth. Liagot BraHMA COCKERELS. 431 S Merry, 90 First. 302 Philander Williams, 88 Second. 304 G8 G6 87 Third. "298 3 87 Fourth. 137 W. H. Todd, 87 Fifth. Lieut BrauMa PULLETS. 138 W. H. Todd, 90 First. 299 Philander Williams, 88} Second. 596 C. A. Sweet, 88 Third. 140) W. H. Todd, 87 Fourth. 432 S. Merry, 823 = Fifth. PHILADELPHIA, January 30, 1874. Mr. Jos. M. WaDE. Dear Sir: I was informed on my return from the con- vention at Buffalo, that I was proprietor of a poultry paper, of which you are editor and publisher. I desire you to say to all whom if may concern, that such is not the truth, as I do not own a dollar in ‘* any poultry paper,” yet I wish success to all, and hope all fanciers will give them a hearty support by subscriptions and as adver- tisers. Yours truly, W. H. CHURCHMAN. | dollars. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) DO AS WE CONTRACT. WE notice an article in the Journal, under date of Janu- ary Ist, by Mr. Armstrong, of Trenton, N. J., in which he writes of the ‘foolish idea of amateurs in not selecting the best stock, and seeing what they get before paying for it.” That breeders should select the best stock to start and propagate their yards with, no one who is familiar with fancy poultry will question for one moment; but too see what they get before paying for it, is in most cases, with the purchaser, an imposibility. For the buyer who wishes truly excellent stock, in nine cases out of ten, has to order it through the mail, sent by express, perhaps for hundreds or thousands of miles, and not unfrequently have itimported. If we wished a trio of choice Hamburgs from Mr. Armstrong’s pens, our better way would be to order them sent, rather than take two or three days to go and see them before purchasing, and also pay our traveling expenses, with board and lodging. Then, again, if a fancier starts a yard, as we have done, among a select lot of old fogy farmers, who never believe in any improvement among their domestic animals or poultry, and more especially if a fine-bred fowl cost ten cents more than the little ‘‘ yellow hen,’’ this fancier must expect to sell his fine birds to those who appreciate his labors and calling, hence, he must advertise, and send his poultry out of his immediate neighborhood. Now the point we wish to get at is this,—a fancier should not only breed first-class stock, but should, in his shipments, send the poultry just as he represents them, every feather true in color, and every pound in the bird as promised. A breeder can soon estab- lish a reputation, but he can much quicker go under. Situated as we are among aclass of men who appreciate | nothing that costs an extra penny, we are obliged to ship most of our poultry to other vicinities, and hence we feel the great necessity of doing just as we promised. We, too, like Mr. Armstrong, have been “set up’? by un- scrupulous breeders. Last March we wrote to a certain firm, asking them if they could furnish us with a bronze turkey hen that would scale 20 pounds and over ; they replied they would for $ ; and we should remit immediately. We sent our check by return mail, expecting in a few days an extra-fine large bird to add to our flock ; after a delay of two weeks, we began to | inquire for our large turkey,—no answer came; they were /not gentlemen enough to write us; why the delay even, when we sent them a return stamp. As it was about 200 miles to go search for our long-looked-for bird and seek out our victims, we did not feel like using more good money after what we expected lost; so after two months or more, after writing to the postmaster of their town, and inquiring of every one we were likely to receive any information from, in regard to this large advertising firm, we wrote them, if they did not return our money, or fulfil the con- tract, we would expose them in every leading stock and agricultura] journal in the land, if it cost us five hundred Now for the result; instead of our 20-pound or over turkey hen, they sent us a miserable, mean little squamy | gobbler, that just pulled down all of 14 pounds. This firm not only gulled us, but swindled hundreds of others, and it got so hot for them, that the head monk, “the high cockalorum’”’ had to get up and get out of the country, so the Mew York Tribune said. 90 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Hence we feel the necessity of being strictly honest with our fellow-men, and when a breeder and shipper gulls his customers with inferior birds, he should not only be exposed, but held responsible by the high tribunals of the law for swindling; then the rascality of unprincipled parties will give way for the dealings of men who love truth and honor above lies and littleness, H. C. N. J. C. Srock Farm. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) INCUBATION. Mr. Eprror. ; By your permission, I will pen a few thoughts which occurred during an investigation into some of the mysteries of producing animal life by heat alone, when properly ap- plied to the fertile eggs of oviparous animals. It is won- derful to note from day to day the life-giving changes which take place in the egg, from the increased lines of blood which radiate over the yolk, to the end of incubation, when the young animals by expansion, and the aid of its horn-like mandible, bursts its way out of its life-giving prison, with all the lineaments of its parents. And how ex- actly it can be made to resemble its parents is now being understood by scientific breeders. But my object is not now to diseant upon that phase of the subject, so I will propose a conjecture which was in my mind when I wrote the cap- tion of this short article, viz. : suppose, as in gardening, we should construct a hotbed upon the very same principle as for sprouting vegetables, regulating its temperature by the knowledge of the degree of heat required for hatching eggs, which should be about 90° Fahrenheit, then place the eggs in the hotbed, slightly covering them with some feathery sub- stance under the glass, with air enough for ventilation, not forgeting to turn the eggs once in every twenty-four hours. I do not claim that this suggestion will prove successful, but I believe it will, and trust that some one better situated than myself will make the experiment, and report his or her success or failure as the case may be. Surely if it should sueceed, and I cannot doubt that it will, it would be a means of obtaining March chickens in abundance, from our non-sitting breeds of poultry, which are now so fash- ionable. V. Mz. F. DuFFIELDS, WEST VA. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS. Mr. Eprror. In No. 4 of the Fancier’s Journal, which you had the kindness to send me, I discovered that the dream of my life’s fancy is in process of realization in your City Zoolog- ical Gardens! Yes, verily. In the United States, after the expiration of its first century, by private enterprise, is to have what has been the charm of all the older nations, a collec- tion of God’s animate creatures. An enterprise so grand and so glorious (humanly speaking), ought to be the work of the Government; or at least to be fostered by a great municipality. New York City, in creating its Park, has and is progressing nobly in the proper direction ; but I think it does not contemplate more than a collection of ani- mals for exhibition. If I can collect from your first ex- position of the contemplated enterprise in your city, it will aim to utalize the ‘beasts of the field, and the fowls of the air,’’ which the Divine Master has distributed over the earth for man, by acclimating and domesticating the various species of natural history, which come forth and depart, seemingly purposeless. We are informed by that eminent naturalist, Cuvier, that there yet exists four untamed mem- bers or species of the horse genera. Only two of the six known species having been domesticated, viz.: the horse and the ass. One of the species, the zebra, has been par- tially domesticated. Of the bovine genera a much larger number of species still roam over the vast areas of Asia and Africa, the cow being all of the genera fully appreciated by man, unless we include the buffalo, which some of the dutch colonists of Africa have partially domesticated. Of sheep and goats, one or two species each have been brought under dominion, whilst of deer not one species, and there are over forty, if I mistake not, many of whom would be great accessions if domesticated. Of the untamed beauties of the feather and plume, but very few have been brought under domestication. Bravo for Philadelphia. V.M. F. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) ROUP TREATMENT. Epiror FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. Dear Sir: Will you allow me space in your valuable paper for explanation of and experience with this dreaded disease called Roup. This disease makes its appearance in different characteristics, generally in the West. You can discern the appearance of this disease by the relaxed condi- tion of your fowls. A watery substance first makes an ap- pearance in the eyes of the fowls, and afterwards a hard mucus appears in the roof of the fowls’ mouths. To cure this disease I find it very simple and easily accomplished. When you first see symptoms of roup, at once catch your fowls, remove the hard unmerciful-smelling mucus from their mouths, then take a small dish, one that will hold half a pint of water; into this put half a pint of rain-water and two tablespoonfuls. of genuine cider vinegar. With this wash with a linen rag, mouth, and eyes, and nostrils, three times per day, for two or three days. Keep your fowls in- closed in a dry warm place. On the third or fourth day you will find your patient quite well. I find this treatment has saved more poultry for me than twenty other remedies I have used the past two years. Give it a trial. Jas. M. WILLS. eee (For Fanciers’ Journal.) EXTRAORDINARY ATTACHMENT. THERE are so many remarkable stories told of the attach- ment of cats, dogs, &c., that I feel inclined to tell one that is just as remarkable, and just as hard to be believed, al- though strictly true. It is of asmall, white Bantam chicken, which had been given when a little chick to a little girl who was lame, and whose health compelled her to spend most of her time on acouch. Her family were poor, and the little chicken was her substitute for dolls and toys. It staid with her on the couch, followed her wherever she went, ate from her hands, made its nest and laid its eggs by her side on the couch. The little girl was taken suddenly ill and died. The chicken refused all food after she could not feed it, and ina few days was dead too; dying of grief, who can doubt. I had these facts from the child’s mother, and know her to be truthful. W. W. Lewis. LEXINGTON, VA., January 6th, 1874. ia Sportsmen who have returned from Virginia and North Carolina, state that game was never before in this generation soplentiful. Deer, ducks and wild turkeys abound. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 91 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) REMINISCENCES OF THE “HEN FEVER.” BY G. P. BURNHAM. I aM an old man now! When I was five-and-twenty, and that was over five-and- thirty years ago, I ‘loved pigs and chickens.’’ In the long period that has elapsed since then, I have never parted with one jot of my early regard for the beautiful and useful among the Creator’s goodly gifts to man. In my time I have, in one way or another, been in pos- session of some of the choicest breeds and broods of domestic poultry ever seen in this or any other country. I have had my fun, paid its cost (roundly), enjoyed the pleasures and comforts of raising chickens, submitted to the abuse that success in any enterprise of this character entails, contended with sharp competitors, made a respectable fortune in the business; first and last, had ‘‘a good time,’’ and am content. I propose to write, for the Fanciers’ Journal, an occasional reminiscence of former days, upon the topic of poultry and fowl-raising in America. And though the theme is nota little hackneyed, I shall submit, in this first paper, some ac- count relating to the true history of what is nowadays known, the world over, as the Brahma fowl. The “ Brahma” is so good a variety—it has always been so good—and breeders everywhere, at home and abroad, are so unanimous in giving it the preference, par excellence, when well managed, over all others, as a single variety, that what I may have to say about this fowl, even at this late day, may prove readable to thousands who are now begin- ning the laudable undertaking of breeding poultry, on a large or a limited scale. When, during the years 1848-9 to 1856-7, I bred this variety most extensively, I called them ‘‘ Gray Shanghais,’”’ which, as I have often said before, I conceived the most appropriate cognomen for this breed, since the first birds of this tribe which I ever owned were light gray in color, which I purchased in Pennsylvania for $25 the pair, and these came from Shanghai, China. This cock and hen were identical in form, size, feathered leg, and all other characteristics, with the Brahma of to-day. Yet the party of whom I bought them, Dr. Kerr, of Phila- delphia, denominated them ‘Chittagongs.’”’ I bred these one year, then obtained a few similar birds in New York, from on board a ship direct from Shanghai, through the late William T. Porter, of the old Spirit of the Times. This last lot were lighter colored, however. And fanciers who used to come to see my stock in Roxbury, and afterwards (twenty-five years ago, in Melrose), pronounced them too white to suit their then uncultivated tastes. Dr. John C. Bennett, of Plymouth, Mass., in those days a shrewd and enthusiastic breeder of all kinds of fancy fowls, who originated the famous ‘* Plymouth Rock”? yari- ety, made me a fabulous offer for my pair of ‘‘Gray Chitta- gongs’’ (the Philadelphia birds), and took them away. He bred them with a very light drab or buff Shanghai hen he had (I think of the Forbes’ importation), and produced a clutch of fine showy chickens, which he exhibited at the second or third Boston fowl show, to which he desired to give a specific name. : In those long ago days of the ‘‘hen fever,’’ a good name for fowls was ‘‘a big thing’’ towards success, among fan- ciers, in disposing of the stock they produced. The Doctor consulted me on this point, and in my own library, at Rox- bury, he took down an atlas. Turning to the Eastern coun- tries, he pored over China, Cochin-China, Hindostan, &c., and his eye lighted upon the Burrampooter River, in India. “ Hureka!’ cried the amiable Doctor, ‘‘I have found it! Here it is, and it’s a stunner !”’ And he pointed me to that unpronounceable word—Bur- rampooter—upon the map. ‘¢ What is it?’ I quietly asked. “(The name for my birds. Do you see? sive, stylish, capital !’’ he continued. Thus it began. He shortly varied it to ‘‘ Brahmah-pootra,”’ the first portion of this term being the name of the chief deity of the Hindoos. But this compound was too lengthy. Then it was cut short to Brahmah, and finally, by universal approval, became BRauMA. A very good name for a very good fowl, though I continued for years to call my stock— precisely like his, and bred originally from the same pair of “Chittagongs’’ with the lighter birds I got on shipboard in New York, from China—what they really were, to wit, “Gray Shanghais.”’ Under this name, in 1852, I sent to her Majesty, Queen Victoria, the cage of mature birds, pronounced by the Brit- ish press and fanciers there ‘‘the finest domestic fowls ever seen in England,’ and the first of their species sent from America. These were the Light Brahmas. A few months afterwards, I sent to John Bailey, of London, a trio of Dark Brahmas (or dark gray Shanghais), from this same stock, which he put into the Birmingham Poultry Show, alongside of my fowls sent previously to the Queen, and contributed by His Royal Highness, Prince Albert. Mr. Bailey’s trio carried off the first prize, Her Majesty’s the second, and a pair of my birds, sent to Bailey, were sold at that show to Mr. Taylor, of Shepard’s Bush, for one hun- dred guineas ($500)! Mr. Bailey paid me $100 for this trio. Mr. Tegetmeyer, in his splendidly illustrated work on Poultry, furnishes admirable portraits of both these con- signments of Brahmas from my yards, and credits me with being the first to introduce these superb varieties into Eng- land, which is fact. Her Majesty sent me a beautifully- framed copy of her portrait, by Winterhalter, which now hangs in my parlor at Melrose, and, as may well be under- ~ stood, I was not set back on the Brahma question much after this episode in my chicken experience. This, in brief, is the ¢rwe history of the original coining of the name ‘‘Brahma.’’ The theory set up by one writer, that ‘the first pair of Brahmas were brought from Lucki- poor up the Brahmapoutra River, in a ship to New York, by a sailor,’’? whose name has never been given, is sheer ro- mance and nonsense. But this is simply ‘“‘a part in the play”’ of the hen fever. It is not my purpose now, however, to enter into any con- troversy upon this subject. I will occasionally write a rem- iniscence of the old days, but always good-naturedly and truthfully, hoping that these contributions, if you choose to use them in your columns, will serve as a pleasant variety in the contents of your very agreeable weekly, Fanciers’ Journal. Grand, expres- a (For Fanciers’ Journal.) BEE-KEEPING. I PRESUME it is true, that ‘‘every one has his fancy,” although the fancies of some are very odd. We havea man out here in ‘‘Hoosierdom,’’ who has a fancy for lawsuits. | His name is seldom off the dockets of his county courts. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. He claims that he has as much right to employ his time and spend his money in the enjoyment of his peculiar fancy, as | others have in theirs. Of course, this claim cannot be questioned, so long as he does not interfere with the rights of others. : T confess that I have my fancy, but it is not for lawsuits, I take considerable pleasure in feeding and admiring, and especially in eating my Light Brahmas. My fancy is for bees, and I suppose I am about as wild on this subject as others are on dogs, and rabbits, and pigeons, or even as my Hoosier friend is on lawsuits. I confess that I have ‘bee on the brain,” and have had it for some years, and do not realize any strong symptoms of the abatement of the disease. As the Fanciers’ Journal is projected as a medium for the interchange of the views of fanciers upon their favorite themes, I have consented to contribute an occasional article upon what I consider the most fascinating as well as the most profitable of all pastimes —Bee-keeping. T may be a little too enthusiastic upon this subject; but after several years of study and practical experience in the apiary, I am convinced that the honey-bee, in its natural history, its habits and instincts, and, I may almost say, in its reasoning faculties, is the most wonderful and mysterious being below man. When the bee was first domesticated is not known. We read of it away back in the early history of the Israelites, where their ‘‘promised land’? was described as ‘ flowing with milk and honey ;’’ where its rich stores abounded in the rocks and caves of their mountains, and was even found within the carcasses of their wild beasts. It was known and prized by the ancient Greeks and Romans, and attracted the attention and furnished themes for the pens of their poets and philosophers. But it was not until within the last quarter of a century, that apiculture was reduced to what might be called a science. The invention and introduction to the public of the movable frame-hive, forms the great epoch between an- cient and modern bee-keeping. Before this the internal workings of the hive were wrapt in almost impenetrable mystery; but now the bee-keeper can and should be as familiar with the nature, and instincts, and habits of his bees, as with those of his most domesticated animals. I presume that many of the readers of the Journal are proficients in apiculture ; but, for the ‘benefit of those who have not made it a study, I shall, in my proposed articles, endeavor to give such information as will enable the inex- perienced to keep bees with pleasure and with profit. Hooster B. Lover. Eprror Fanciers’ JOURNAL. Dear Sir: A friend of mine has a hen of the ‘common breed’ that two days in each week lays a very large egg. One that I now have on exhibition at my store, laid this week, measures 8} inches in circumference the long way, and 6} inches the short way. On the alternate days she sometimes lays an egg somewhat smaller—the smallest mea- suring 7} by 5} inches. Who beats? Yours truly, J. F. Frrris. pegs> John A. Lord, Kennebunk, Maine, won two silver cups, three specials, and eight Society premiums at the late Maine State Poultry Show. BUFFALO SHOW. Churchman’s $100 Gold Prize for best D. B. Hen. As it was generally expected by the Dark Brahma fan- ciers, that the clause in the Premium List would be inforced, requiring all fowls entered for this prize to be between the ; P | age ye y-four i nor for dogs nor rabbits, and not much for poultry, although | “© of twenty and twenty-four months, only four entries were made: one by Wm. H. Churchman, Claymont, Del. ; one by Chas. A. Sweet, Buffalo, N. Y.; and two by D. W. Herstine, of Philadelpbia. Entry No. Points. Judge. 725, owned by W.H. Churchman. 93 J. K. Felch. 89 P. W. Hudson. 94 P. Williams. 598, owned by Charles A. Sweet. 953 J. K. Felch. 97 P. W. Hudson. 94 P. Williams. 1053, owned by D. W. Herstine. 913 J. K. Felch. 81 P. W. Hudson. 74 P. Williams. 1054, owned by D. W. Herstine, 91 J. K. Felch. 83 P. W. Hudson. 74 P. Williams. The decision was arrived at by adding the points together, as given by the three judges, and dividing by three, showing that the prize was taken by Chas. A. Sweet, of Buffalo, N. Y. We believe this to be the largest prize on record. Besides the $100 in gold, Mr. Sweet also takes the other three hens which were entered for this prize, the poorest of which must be worth, at least, $50. «som CRYSTAL PALACE EXHIBITIONS IN 1874. 1. Grand Show of Pigeons, by the members of the Peris- teronic Society, Second Tuesday in January. 2. Cage Bird Show, February 14th to 19th. 3. Mule and Donkey Show, April 28th to 30th. 4. Spring Flower Show, May 16th. 5. Dog Show, June 9th to 12th. 6. Great Rose Show, June 20th. 7 8 . Autumn Fruit and Flower Show, Sept. 8th to 10th. . Cat Show, Sept. 26th to 29th. 9. Poultry Show, November 16th to 19th. NATIONAL COLUMBARIAN SOCIETY. Tur first annual meeting took place at the rooms of the Society on January 14th. The reports of the officers show the Society to be in a very flourishing condition. The committee on nominations reported the following list of officers for 1874, which, on being balloted for, were unanimously elected : PRESIDENT, Wo. Simpson, Jr., of West Farms, New York. VICE-PRESIDENTS. . Joun W. Harris, . . Eastport. - V. G. GILMAN, . Nashua. . PHILANDER WILLIAMS, Taunton. . J. F. Pecknam, . . Providence. Maine, 0 New Hampshire, Massachusetts, . Rhode Island, Connecticut, . . H. P. TirFANny, . . Hartford. New York, . ANDREW SCHELD, . Brooklyn. Canada, . R. Heap, . . Lauzon. Pennsylvania, . Jos. R. CARPENTER, .~ Philadelphia. Delaware, . Wo. H. CourRcHMAN,. Wilmington. Maryland, . Tuos. 8. GappEss, ., . Baltimore. District Columbia, E.S. MrireEr, - . Washington. Ohio, . J. C. Lona, JR.,. . Ravenna. Florida, 5 do Jets Jalan, . . Pilatka. California, . T. HE. Fintzy, . . . San Francisco. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AX IN| AD 12200). 10f LPM 128% EXCHANGE. 93 SECRETARY. A. B. Estxs, 14 Murray Street, New York City. TREASURER. Brnsamin Axporn, 56 Exchange Place, New York City. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. - WM. E. Suepp, . . Waltham. . E. B. Wuirmarru, . Providence. . 8. J. Besvor, Hartford. . J. Y. BIcKNELL, . Westmoreland. . L. Burtingamy, . . New York City. Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut,. . New York, New York, . . Canada, 5 10, dio Je@nsh . . Mitchell, Ont. New York, . P. C. BIEGEL, . New York City. Pennsylvania, A. N. Rava, . Lockhaven. Delaware, . . . R. M. Grirrirx, . . Wilmington. Maryland, . J. E. Koons, . . . Baltimore. Maryland, . . Dr. W. P. Moraan, Baltimore. . A. P. MILLER, . . F. P. Becxrnr, . . F. W. Kurz, odtly 125 TS wOnSR 5 ig . Vicksburg. . Indianapolis. . Cincinnati. - San Francisco. Mississippi, . . Indiana, . . Ohio, . California, . . The committee on prize-list reported that they hoped to have the prize-list out next week. The first exhibition will take place at Republican Hall, 956 Broadway, corner Twenty-third Street, in the city of New York, opening on Monday, February 23d, and closing February 28th. FOR SALE.—ELEGANT LITHOGRAPHS OF POULTRY, from Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry. Four lithographs in one frame, rosewood and gilt, price $3.00 each, or $37.50 per lot of thirteen frames, and fifty-two lithographs. EBEN. P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright).. 2 00 The Brahma Fowl tis 2 50 The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir).... 9 00 The Pigeon Book @ 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)......... ele 20) The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement).. . 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders aper, 40¢c., Cloth, 75 American Bird Iancier. .. co, SH) Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... co et) Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 vls. 6 00 The pusteated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, Gachhevcsdeencestece EoO, American Standard of 50 + Any book on any advertised list 8 receipt A nt prepa of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., H. K. PAYNE, Albany, New York, can furnish Light and Dark Brahmas; Butt, White, and Partridge Cochins; B. B. Red, Silver Duck- wing, and Golden Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guarantied. All orders promptly filled, or money refunded. GAMES, GAMES FOR SALE.—One Pill Game Cock, prices Also, a few head-hooded Game Stags for Sale. Address ‘ F, ANSTEAD, Box 34, Oneida, N. Y. Philadelphia, Pa $7. HAMRURGS AND BANTAMS. EGGS from Imported GOLDEN AND SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS, GOLDEN AND SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, $4 PER DOZEN. A few trios Hamburgs at $12 to $20. $8 to 12. FANCY PIGEONS. GEORGE F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. A few pairs of G. S Bantams at Exchange Coliume. AG ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIvE LINES, OR Forry- E1cur WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WANTED.—To Exchange a pair of Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs, or Ginger Red Games of improved Stock, for a pair of pure bred Golden- Spangled Hamburg Pullets. V. M. FIROR, Duflields, West Virginia. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange tor Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash. Address E. R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. CHOICE POULTRY (of nearly all the leading varieties), will be exchanged for first-class FANCY PIGEONS—Tumblers, Pouters, and Carriers especially desired. Send description of stock to C. W. BOYCE, Albion, Mich. Or Brown Leghorn Cockerels will be exchanged for Pul- lets. Stock is first-class, white ear-lobes, Pullets must be the same. DARK BRAHMAS.—A pair of Dark Brahma chicks will be ex- changed for either Silver Spangled Hamburgs, or Black-Red Game Ban- tams. Address A. GAINES, Castile, N. Y. WAN TED.—Golden Spangled Polands. THOMAS PARKER, Palsborough, Gloucester Co., N. J. TWO FINE WHITE LEGHORN COCKERELS.— J. B. Smith’s well-known strain,” will exchange for a trio of ENGLISH GRAY DORKINGS, or CAYUGA, or ROUEN DUCKS, or for good PLYMOUTH ROCK PULLETS. Address J. ¥. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Breeder of Light Brahmas, Buff, and Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White, and Dominique Leghorns. EGGS FOR HATCH- ING, $2 per 18. ORDER EARLY! WANTED, in exchange for Black-Breasted Red Games, Houdans, Fancy Pigeons, or Black—Breasted Red Game Bantams, &c., ONE PAIR OF BROWN LEGHORN FOWLS. Address A. K. MARTIN, P.O. Box 1584, Binghamton. CHOICE POULTRY AND FANCY PIGEONS. I have an_ immense stock of the above, which I will exchange for GENERAL MERCHANDISE, at fair prices. Address, with stamp, EDWIN W. SQUIRE, Johnstown, N. Y. WANTED.—A LIGHT BRAHMA COCK (pea comb), in exchange fora W. Ff. B. SPANISH COCK, that took the first premium at Federals- burg Fair of Four Counties. Please give weight. Address JNO. RUMBOLD, Fowling Creek, Maryland. SEND STAMPS for Price List and description of my GAME FOWLS. Address L. B. RICHARDS, - New Castle, West Chester Co., N. Y. TWELVE S. G. DORKING HENS, $4 each. R Address JOHN L, RICE, Rensselaerville, N.Y. WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. From J. B, Smith’s Strains, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. GAME FOWLS.—I have a variety of GAME FOWLS and BAN- TAMS tor sale or to exchange, on Golden Polands, Golden Hamburgs, Silver Hamburgs, Leghorns, and Fancy Pigeons. J. L. BOW, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill County, Pa. FOR SALE VERY LOW, to close out a surplus—30 fine young Light Brahmas, reliable stock. Also, Houdans, and Gold-Laced, Silver- Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. For particulars, address WANTED.— One pair White Fantails, capped. One pair White Fan- tails, not capped. One pair Black Fantails. One pair Blue or Red Fan- tails. One pair Yellow Fantails. Address, with price per pair, H. A. B., Box 180, N. Y. Post Office. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS.—From one of the best strains in this country, at $3.50 per setting of 13. ‘First come, first served.” Address JOS. H. HAMILL, Compton Hill, St. Louis, Mo. CA IN LID) jf ees BRAHMAS, $12 the trio. BLACK SPAN- ISH (Biggar strain), #5 each. Eggs for hatching early in the spring, $4 per dozen. All birds from my yards are from best imported stock, and warranted pure. A. F. BANKS, Drawer 790, Toronto P. O. ADVERTISEMENT. At Show of Western Pennsylvania Poultry Society, held at Pittsburgh, Pa., January 6th to 10th, I was awarded the following premiums: 1st and 2d Premium on Dark Brahma Fowls and all the Specials. « « « 1st 2 “a s Chickens “ “ 2d and 3d et “ Buff Cochin Fowls. 3d sf rt he “Chicks. Ist eS and Specials on Silver-Spangled Hamburgs. 2d and 3d ss on Golden-Pencilled Hamburgs. 3d « cuciiver “ « 2d and 3d se “ Houdans. 1st is “ Aylesbury Ducks, and Special. ist and 2d sf “ Rouen ui w Ws 1st ef “ Cayuga cf 1st f “ Bremen Geese. 2d es “ Toulouse “ 2d a ““ Bronze Turkeys. 2d Hy “ White as gociety’s Prize Best Collection Dark Brahmas. a ef w Cs Asiatics. Eggs from above varieties at $5 per setting. Good Birds for sale. Three Dark Brahma Cocks, solid black breasts, at $20 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, solid black breasts, well-feathered legs, at from $6 to Dark Brahma Cockerels, slightly mottled on breast, at from each, Fine young Partridge Cochins, very low, to close out this breed. A, A, MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co,, Pa, 94 Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., I will give my attention to Light Brahmas, Dominiques, and Aylesbury Ducks. Eggs from the above for sale. All first-prize birds. C. B, ELBEN, Pittsburg, Pa. FOR SALE.—Pancy Pigeons, First Premium Stock. Two pair of White Fantails, $5 per pair; two pair of Black Antwerps, $6 per pair; two pair of White African Owls, $10, No Circulars. Address, with stamp, to insure reply, WALTER C. HART, Box 152, Clinton, N. Y. GAME FOWLS.—I have spent many years and studied much to work up my strains of GAME FOWLS to their present standard; also, White Leghorns. I have not, however, “the ONLY WHITE EARLOBE STRAINS IN THE WORLD,” for there are, at present, other careful breeders. I am also selling Eggs and Fowls of nearly all varieties of land and water-fowls, all carefully bred. Price List MRED. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., N. Y. HOLLING WORTH’S RAW CRUSHED BONE, for Poultry. HOLLING WORTH’S PREPARED BONE MB@AL, tor young Chicks. HOLLING WORTH’S PREPARED BONE MEAL, for Cattle, Horses, and Swine. $1 per package of 20 Ibs. Sent to any part of the country by express. No C.0.D. Cash to accompany order, Address 0 G. T. HOLLINGWORTH, Utica, New York. A Specialty. A Splendid Article. | JOHN A. LORD, FOR SALE.—One pair of Imported Fantail Bantams. Price $10. E. C. Osborn, Box 165, Albany, N. Y. BUFF COCHINS. PHILADELPHIA, August 20, 1873. FRIEND MILLER: Your favor, with $— in full for my entire stock of Butts, old and young stock of this year, is received. JOS. M. WADE. A few first-class Trios for sale. Also, Light and Dark Brahmas, Par- tridge Cochins, Hamburgs, Aylesburg, and Rouen Ducks. A. A, MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny, Pa, A FEW FIRST-CLASS CREVE COCKERELS FOR SALE cheap, or would exchange for Pullets, either Oreves, Golden Polands, or Light Brahmas. Address J. HENRY SYMONDS, Box 57, Boston, Mass. Kennebunk, Maine, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR FANCY FOWLS Of the Choicest Strains, WANTED—HENNY or HEN Feathered GAMES of Good Pedigree. JOHN ARCHER, Box 48, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill Co., Pa. ONE BUFF COCHIN COCK and three Pullets (Dodge & Kelly strain), price $10, and eight Partridge (ochin Cockerels (very fine), at $2.50 each. Also, FERRETS for Sale. Address H. C. NICK, West Millereek, Erie Co., Pa. DOGS FOR SALE, CHEAP.—Two Setter Pups, nine months old, partially yard broke. Or would exchange one for Fancy Pigeons. For further particulars, address I. G. STETSON, Farmer Village, Seneca County, N. Y FINE LIGHT BRAHMAS.—Two Cockerels, from Williams & Tee’s Stock, for Sale, or will exchange one of them. T. J. WOOLDRIDGE, “French Hay,” Va. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the wings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, 184 inches long, good legs, nicely booted, and in marking is well suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. POUTERS FOR SALE,—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 184 inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 1714 inches long, quite well marked, well booted, and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. Price, $30. Address POUTER, 39 N, Ninth St., Philadelphia. MITCHELL COLUMBARY.—Fancy Pigeons in great variety. Yellow, Black, and Blue Fantails, and Carriers, a specialty. I would call attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an opportunity to procure them is rarely afforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. F. F. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. FOWLS ANI EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son, And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past Fann. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change NURSERY Stock forstandard pure bred Poultry. For information and Price List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ils. GRAVES’ INCUBATOR can be seen in working order at 26 N. Market Street, Boston, Mass. Send for Circulars. JACOB GRAVES. W. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensville, Pa., Breeder of Light ‘and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains. Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. GAME FOWLS! GAME FOWLS!!—Send for Price List to J. A. BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. “THE POULTRY RECORD.” AN ILLUSTRATED Monruty MaGazine, edited by C. W. Heaton, Farmington, Ill. One Dollar per year ; single copies, Ten cents. THE POUL- TRY RECORD contains each month fine Illustrations of the popular breeds of fowls; also, plans of houses, yards, and necessary appliances, with con- tributions relating to all branches of the business of poultry-raising, from writers of experience and ability. The low price at which it is offered should induce you to subscribe for it at once. It has the unqualified in- dorsement of the leading Breeders and Fanciers of the country, and also of Farmers and Market Poultrymen who raise fowls for profit alone. Send for a copy before subscribing for any other paper. Address “PouLTRY RECORD,” Farmington, Ils. Displayed in large type, with list of Y OU R N AM fowls kept, inserted in Powllry Breeder's Directory for fifty cents, to be issued about January Ist, 1874. Price, 25c., post-paid. H.S. BINGHHAM, Sparta, Wis. FOR SALE.—Two trios Dark Brahmas, $13 each; one trio Light Brahmas, $12; one pair Buff Cochins, $8; one trio White Faced Black Spanish, $9; also, three Buff Cochin Cockerels, from imported and first- premium stock, price, $4 each. The above are all first-class stock and warranted to give satisfaction. For particulars, address H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y. FOR SALE. 4 Hens and 1 Cock, Dark Brahmas, Williams & Warner’s Stock.. $12 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Cochins, Philander Williams’ Stock 10 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Black Cochins. 8 1 trio Light Brahmas.................... 6 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Leghorns, 0. A. Pitkin’s Stoe 8 ‘Address THOMAS PARKER, Johnstown, N. Y. “TEN CHOICE DARK BRAHMA HENS (some of them imported), for sale cheap to close out this variety. Address A. M. HALSTED, Box 23, Rye, N.Y. - BRONZE TURKEYS.—Hatch of 1873. $10 per pair. Adult birds at special rates. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARD AND RABBITRY.— Brown Leghorns, Crevecoeurs, and Silkies, as choice stock as can be found in America. PIGEONS—Antwerps from the best lofts in Belgium. Fan- tails, Turbits, Magpies, and Jacobines. RABBITS—Seven different varie- ties. The largest and finest collection in America. Send stamp for cir- cular. A. M. HALSTED, Box 23, Rye, New York. GOLDEN-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.— One trio of very fine birds forsale. Imported the past summer from the yards of Henry Beldon, Yorkshire, England. They are well matched and in fine condition for showing. Price $30. Address JOHN YEUDALL, 2416 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. Also, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. FOR SALE.—We have for sale, to close out stock, three trios, Dusty Miller Games, $15.00; two trios, B. Breasted Red Games, $12.00. Address, with stamp, G. W. WARNE & CO., 1211 Armstrong Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. FOR SALE, CHEAP.—One trio of B. B. Red Games; one pair of Houdans, very fine. Address CHAS. V. FOWLES, Ithaca, N. Y. BARB PIGEONS.— have for sale, to reduce stock, some promis- ing young Barbs, out of imported and home-bred stock. Also,a few other varieties. Address, with stamp. J. B. TOWN, 371 Gay St., Baltimore, Md. $2 FOR 13 EGGS ! from premium strains of Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White and Dominique Leghorns, Bantams, and Ducks. Best stock in the country J SEND YOUR ORDER EARLY, accompanied with cash, to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Send for Circular and price of Fowls. EGGS FOR HATCHING. DOWN SHEEP. BERKSHIRE PIGS. SOUTH- ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR. SEND STAMP. A. H. HOWARD, Omro, Wis. POUTERS, 30 PAIRS FOR SALE.—Three pairs, at $4 per pair. Two pairs, at $5 per pair. Four pairs, at $6 per pair. Five pairs, at $8 per pair. Thirteen pairs, at $10 per pair. Three pairs, at $12 per pair. FANTAILS FOR SALE.Thirteen pairs, at $4 to $10 per pair: very pretty birds. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. 100 TUMBLER PIGEONS FOR SALE.—E£very bird war- ranted to tumble. Black and Mottled a specialty. Address H. BOWERS, 123 Philip St., Albany, N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 95 EGGS FOR SALE.—I am now booking orders for Eggs, delivered any time after February 15th, from my first-prize pedigree stock of Light Brahmas (Cock Recherche, mated with P. Williams’ and Felch Hens), at $6 per dozen. Dominique Eggs, $3 per dozen. Black African Bantam Beggs, $2 per dozen. Aylesbury Duck Eggs, $6 per dozen. All of which are first-class first Prize Stock. Eggs packed with care in patent boxes. Two fine Aylesbury Drakes for sale, direct from imported stock. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. A. P. GROVES, 34 SOUTH DELAWARE AVENUE, Philadelphia, Pa., Breeder of Butf, and Partridge Cochins, Dark Brahmas, and Hou- dans. Satisfaction guaranteed. GAME FOWLS, of all varieties, carefully bred in feather, station, and weight, all of which are bred from well-tested fowls. I have selected my stock from the most noted and reliable breedersin the country, who have not only bred for the show-pen, but with a cock-pit point of view, who seek for purity of blood, bone, and muscle, which is all that consti- tutes a genuine Game. And, as for color of plumage, or marks for the show room, I can produce fowl equal to any in this, or foreign countries, and haying supplied the leading cock-pits for a number of years with my strains of Games, there has not been one reported as showing the white feather, or in other words, to run. And as 1am not engaged in any other business than breeding of Game Fowls, I make my prices low so as to effect quick sales, while others who breed for pleasure ask enormons prices, caring little as to whether they effect a sale. For Price List, address JOHN ARCHER, Box 43, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill County, Pa. FOR SALE.—Two Houdan Cocks, one Houdan Hen, one trio Black Cochins. Also, the finest pair of White Crested Black Polands in the country; have taken first premium wherever exhibited. Also, one pair fine B. B. Red Game Bantams. Address LOCK BOX 30, Providence, R. I. MADAME DE LINAS’ LIGHTNING VERMIN ERADICATOR. Z It is the best, safest, and quickest, and only sure destroyer of Fleas and Lice on Fowls, Dogs, Cattle, Horses, &e. Also, sure death to Moths in Fur. Sample boxes mailed, 50 cents. Agents wanted. SS HENRY C. CARTIER & CO., Manufacturing Agents for U.S., 720 Broadway, N. Y. HORACE K. OSBORN, BREEDER OF CHOICE POULTRY. SILVER SPANGLED HAMBURGS A SPECIALTY. No Circulars; write for what is wanted. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cambridgeport, Mass. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size, Steel Engravings, Hand-Colored, Fine, and very rare. One full set of Six Pictures, consisting of Black Carrier, Blue Pied Pouter, Almond Tumbler, Black Mottled Tumbler, Trumpeter, and Yellow Jacobine. Price, full set, $10. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engray- ings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. Address TEGETMEIR ON PIGEONS.—Two copies for sale at less than cost, in pamphlet form. Address W. W. BILLINGS, New London, Conn. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—A few pairs or trios of good Birds, at low figures. Address JAMES FISK, Care of 39 N. Ninth St., Philada, Pa. INSIDE TUMBLERS. INSIDE TUMBLERS. INSIDE TUM- BLERS.—After an experience of fifteen years with these beautiful little birds, I can say without hesitation, that they are my choice of the dove eote A few pairs to dispose of before breeding season sets in. Price per pair for birds that will tumble in a small room, $15 to $25, according to color. Also, Blue English Owls, Magpies, &c. My Silver-Spangled Hamburgs can’t be beat. Light and Dark Brahmas. Duck-Wing Game Bantams. For further information send stamp. No goods sent C.0.D. T. S. ARMSTRONG, Trenton, N. J. FANCIERS’ AGENCY, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY FOWLS, PIGEONS, RABBITS, AND PETS ofall kinds. GROUND BEEF AND PORK SCRAPS, GROUND BONE, GROUND OYSTER-SHELL WM. H. LOCKWOOD, HARTFORD, CONN. Having sold his entire stock of White Leghorns to Chas, A. Pitkins, WILL BREED AMERICAN DOMINIQUES ONLY! EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. PAVONARIUS & MICHTLE, CAGE MAKERS, AND DEALERS IN SINGING BIRDS, No. 1108 RIDGE AVENUE, PHILADELPHIA. Poultry and Pigeon Coops, for Exhibiting Fowls. Pigeons and other pets, wholesale and retail. Singing Oanaries, and Cages, sent safely by Express. Estimates for Exhibition Coops furnished to Poultry Societies, at short notice. RARE CHANCE.—For a wide-awake man with a capital of one thousand dollars, and who is fond of Fowls, Pigeons, Birds, &e., to to buy out the store, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia, The best stand in Philadelphia. This would not be for sale, but I find that my entire time will be required on the Fanciers’ Journal which will be published at the above establishment. Address JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. BLACK BREASTED REDS.—I would state to the public that I shall dispose of my stock of Black-Breasted Red Games before January 1st. Those wishing to purchase at prices to suit can address at once, S. E. CLARK, Cor. See’y, Hartford, Conn. SUGAR MAPLE, White Ash, and Red Beach, 50c. per 100; $2 per 1000. Tulip, Linden, and Sweet Chestnut, $3 per 100; $15 per 1000. By mail, 25c. per 100 extra. Send stamp for catalogue and description. A. BATTLES, Girard, Pa. PURE BRED! !—Two pairs Black Breasted Red Game Bantams, or Cocks single; ONE year old. One pair Gold-Laced Seabrizght Chicks. One pair White Bantam Chicks. Four Fine White Leghorn Cockerels, ‘J. B. Smith’s Strain.” One pair Aylesbury Ducks, “Clift’s Strain.” All splendid birds. Will exchange or sell low. Address J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. A. M. CAREY, SELINSGROVE, PENNA., Breeder of First-Class Fowls. Good specimens of the following vari- eties for sale now at very low prices: Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Hondans, Silver-Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. MY PARTRIDGE COCHINS are well known to Breeders, Exhibitors, and judges of that variety of Asiatics, and have attained to a desirable reputation by their superior merits, and success as prize-win- ners. I prefer them to any other variety of Asiatics, and shall make them my specialty for 1874. A few Fowls and a fine lot of Chickens for sale at prices according to quality. Also, for sale, my entire stock of WHITE COCHINS, BLACK RUSSIANS, and JAPAN BANTAMS, to make room for PARTRIDGE COCHINS. W. H. BRACKETT, Address Washington National Bank, Boston, Mass. BULLDOG FOR SALE.—E£xtra fine, one and a half years old. White, with colored spot on the face. Free from scars, and a perfect specimen. Price $30. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, No. 39 N. Ninth St., Phila., Pa. BRONZE TURKEYS,—For want of room I will sell one trio Bronze Turkeys, one year old. Hens from Fords, Cocks from Todd’s premium strains. The Hens were part of premium coop at Union Fair, of Four Counties, this Fall. Price, $25, in P.O. Order, or N. Y. Dft. Address BEN. FAGAN, Hubbardston, Mich. FOR SALE, VERY CHEAP.—PARTRIDGE COCHIN COCK, with slight objectionable markings. Address DANIEL T. CROSMAN, Rochester. N. Y. | J. C. LONG, Jr., RAVENNA, OHIO, Offers at low rates, LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, BUFF, WHITE, AND PARTRIDGE COCHINS. FANCY PIGEONS, AND ANGORA RABBITS. To gentlemen wishing to purchase Good Stock-at small figures, This is a rare opportunity. 96 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AUN DS POW TUR IY. EXCHANGE. LIGHT BRAHMA — EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN JOS. M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. We el Jah Le OS al TRYIN 13) 1D) Completed in Twenty-five Parts. sO One sOge ISO 1 IIR I, By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” “BRAHMA FOWL,” &c., &c. ILLUSTRATED WITH FIFTY COLORED PLATES OF CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY, FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, Address $15.00. JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NintH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. WM. H. CHURCHMAN, CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, IS NOW BREEDING ONLY LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. POULTRY BOOK AS A PRIZE Given to those whe oupunebese FOWLS of J. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, New York. Price List free. Illustrated Catalogue ten cents. FANCY PIGEONS.—1 have on hand an immense quantity of | Fancy Pigeons which I wish to dispose of for want of time to give them proper attention. UGS: Me WADE, ee) N. Ninth 8t., Phila. GOLDEN-SPANGLED POLANDS. —A few pairs or trios for sale at $5 per pair, and $7 per trio, fine birds; cash to accompany the order, Address . B. BROWN, Peace Dale, Washington Co., R. I. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL JOB PRINTING OFFICE. WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF FANCY AND PLAIN JOB PRINTING, SUCH AS CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &e., &e. IN CASES WHERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- PENSATION. 4a> THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. DARK BRAHMA EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. JOS. M. WADE, Re AENEAN PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. POULTRY EXCHANGE. | PHILADELPHIA, FEBRUARY 12, 1874. AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION PROCEEDINGS, 1874. (Continued from No. 6.) ARTICLE IV. The Treasurer shall be the custodian of all moneys be- longing to the Association, from which he shall pay all bills of the Association, only when such bills have been audited by the Auditing Committee. The Treasurer will keep a book, in which shall be entered the amounts received and disbursed by him; such book to be at all times open for the inspection of the Executive Committee, or either of its members. The Treasurer shall make general reports of the financial condition of the Association, at the regular meet- ings of the Association; and he shall give bonds, to be ap- proved by the Executive Committee, for the faithful per- formance of his duties, to the amount of $20,000. ARTICLE V. Section 1. The officers of the Association will also be offi- cers of the Executive Committee, which will hold its meet- ings at the call of fiye or more members, seven of whom are a quorum. It will have complete control and supervision of the affairs of the Association, and will be its official organ at all times and on all occasions. Section 2. The Executive Committee of the Association shall designate the localities for holding its Annual Fairs, provide suitable accommodations for, give publicity to, and consummate the same. Section 3. The Executive Committee will cause to be designed and executed suitable medals and diplomas, and procure such other awards as it may deem desirable and expedient. It will have entire control of the Annual Fairs, in all their various details. Section 4. The Executive Committee will make report at each stated meeting of the Association. ARTICLE VI. Order of Business. The order of business shall be as follows: 1. Reading Minutes of last meeting. . Report of Secretary. . Report of Treasurer. . Reports of Committees. . Election of Officers. . Unfinished Business. . New Business. 8. Discussions, &e. NODof & tO On motion, a committee of three was appointed, consist- ing of A. D. Warren, P. Williams, and C. A. Sweet, to devise and procure badges, which shall be always the prop- erty of the Association. The Convention proceeded to ballot for officers for en- suing year, with following result : President—William H. Churchman, Wilmington, Del. Vice-Presidents—Charles A. Sweet, Buffalo, N. Y.; A. D. Warren, Wilmington, Del.; Philander Williams, Taunton, Mass.; E. C. Skinner, Detroit, Mich.; Duncan McR. Kay, Galt, Ont.; Albert Noyes, Maine; T. C. Luce, Iowa; Wil- liam Bassett, Cal.; J.C. Long, Jr., Ohio; T. G. Holt, Ga. Treasurer—Edward B. Smith, Buffalo, N. Y. Secretary—Edmund §. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. Executive Committee—P. W. Hudson, Conn.; W. H. Todd, Ohio; J. K. Felch, Mass.; S. H. Seamans, Wis.; Rev. Wm. Atwood, N. Y.; E.S. Ongley, N. Y.; George B. Bagley, Cal.; William T. Atkinson, Penn.; W. H. Lockwood, Conn.; C. B. Elbin, Penn.; A. J. Tuck, N. H.; H.S. Bace, Mass.; William Simpson, Jr., N. Y.; M. H. Cryer, Ohio; William Wright, Mich.; C. H. Turner, Mo.; E. P. How- lett, N. Y.; Daniel Allen, Ont.; J. T. Peckham, R. I.; H. T. Sperry; Conn. 74 P.M. Met pursuant to adjournment. The Committee on Bantams other than Game made re- port, which was adopted. A. D. Warren, C. A. Sweet, P. W. Hudson, E. C. Skin- ner, W. H. Todd, P. Williams, and W. H. Churchman, were appointed a committee to report on the best method of judg- ing at shows, to report to the Executive Committee. On motion, a committee, consisting of W. H. Church- man, A. D. Warren, C. A. Sweet, I. K. Felch, and Wil- liam Simpson, Jr., were appointed to take into considera- tion the plan for holding the ‘First National Show,” and report the city giving the best inducements. On motion of W. H. Churchman, the Executive Com- mittee were instructed to hold a Show in Philadelphia in January, 1877. I. K. Felch, from Committee on Manner of Judging, made report, which was accepted. The Association then listened to the report of the Pub- lishing Committee, which was as follows: The Committee upon the Publication of the Standard re- port that they have placed the work in the hands of W. H. Lockwood, as printer. Wedeem this important, in order to get it before the public befure the 15th of February. The committee have also decided that the retail price of the Standard will be one dollar, the usual discount being made to the trade. It was voted that the report of the Publishing Committee be accepted. The following is the list of members elected : LIFE MEMBERS. _ Philander Williams. William Simpson, Jr. Joseph M. Wade. William H. Churchman, Andrew J. Tuck. G. M. Chidsey. Taunton, Mass., West Farms, N. Y., . Philadelphia, Pa., Claymont, Del., Nashua, N. H., . Elmira, N. Y., 98 “ FANCIERS’ Black Rock, N. Y., fWaltham, Mass., Worcester, Mass., Massillon, Ohio, . Wauwatosa, Wis, Galt, Ont., North Manchester’ Conn 0 Hartford, Conn., Detroit, Mich., . Pittsburg, Pa., “ ce Buffalo, N. Y., JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. L. F. Allen. H. A. Mansfield. Frank J. Kinney. M. H. Cryer. S. H. Seamens. Daniel Allen. P. W. Hudson. H. H. Stoddard. KE. C. Skinner. Edward Gregg. R. F. Shannon. S. B. Covert. E. S. Starr. Charles A. Sweet. George W. White. George L. Williams. Frederick Masten. E.S. Ralph. ANNUAL MEMBERS. Auburn, N. Y.,. Big Flats, N. Y., Buffalo, N. Y., Niagara Falls, N. Y., Port Jackson, N. Y.,. Syracuse, N. Y., Wrong ING Moog “1a awectinoreland: N. Y., Oakdale, Alleghany Co. ., Pa., Detroit, Mich., Danbury, Conn., Hartford, Conn., Brooklyn, Ont., Galt, Ont., Oakville, Ont., Sandwich, Ont., . Georgia, Providence, R. Ly St. Louis, Mo. Buffalo, N. Y., Angola, Erie Co., N. Y., Tllion, N. Y., Rye, N. Y., Silver Creek, N. Y., . Tonawanda, N. Y., New York City, . “ce “ce Hartford, Conn., it9 ia Warren A. Worden. Charles N. Ross. KE. S. Ongley. William Atwood. George B. Hayes. C. J. Hodge. Henry C. Jewett. F. A. Sears. Ed. B. Smith. A. P. Wright. D. R. Jerauld. George VanDeveer. E. P. Howlett. Perry E. Toles. J. Y. Bicknell. A. A. Miller. J.C. Hatch. C. H. Crosby. S. J. Bestor. H. M. Thomas. D. McR. Kay. L. Deane. Thorp Butterfield. T. G. Holt. J. T. Peckman. C. H. Turner. 8. Curtis. Jacob Beir, Jr. C. W. Hall. J. Hamilton. C. G. Irish. A. L. Lothridge. B. D. Rogers. Harry Thompson. Frank Martin. A. Nelson. J. M. Newton. Seward Merry. A. M. Halsted. Leroy Andrus. A. R. Trew. A. B. Estes. George B. Willis. H. T. Sperry. Samuel C. Colt. Hartford, Conn., ce “ (¢ +o Windsor, Conn., Hamden, Conn., . New Haven, Conn., Hartford, Conn., Erie, Pa., 5 Meadville, Pa., . Pittsburg, Pa., Pittsburg, . Tecumseh, Mich., Vermilion, Ohio, Guelph, Canada, Wilmington, Del., Detroit, Mich., ce oe k, Worcester, Mass., a3 ce Norwood, Mass., Shrewsbury, Mass., Natick, Mass., Hudson, Ohio, Bangor, Maine, . San Francisco, Cal., Charles R. Hart. Charles A. Pitkin. KE. Palmer Tiffany. Emory Carpenter. B.S. Woodward. Amos Whitney. Samuel L. Barker. George W. Bradley. Charles L. Mitchell. William H. Lockwood. William P. Atkinson. H. 8. Huidekoper. C. B. Elben. Rev. F. R. Watering. David Jones. William H. Todd. Frederick Sturdy. R. M. Griffith. William Wright. M. Butterfield. A. D. Warren. E. P. Lawrence. M. I. Ellis. H.S. Ball. I. K. Felch. George W. Fox. Albert Noyes. G. B. Bayley. JANUARY 20, 1874, 11 A.M. SPECIAL MEETING. W. H. Churchman in the chair. On motion of C. A. Sweet, Resolved, That as an Association we owe much to Joseph M. Wade, our former Secretary, and regret that the enter- prise that he has embarked in (the Fanciers’ Journal), seems to render it necessary for him to withdraw from the office which he is so competent for, and has so ably and acceptably filled during the past year. Therefore Resolved, that we tender to him our heartfelt thanks for the uniform courtesy that has characterized all of his official relations with this body and its members. Resolved, That one hundred dollars be paid him as a par- tial compensation for extra help employed by him during the past year. . Your committee report that for the year 1874 we think five hundred dollars a sufficient compensation to the Secre- tary of this Association, for extra help required : W. H. CourcuMan, P. WILLIAMs, _ E. B. Smrra. On motion, adjourned until 2 P.M. y P.M. The President, W. H. Churchman, in the-chair. On motion of P. W. Hudson, Resolved, That we will not recognize in our List of Pre- miums any variety of a Class of Fowls when such class is recognized in our Standard, unless such yaricty is also recognized in our Standard of Excellence. On motion of C. A. Sweet, adjourned to meet at 7 P.M. 7 P.M. Convention met pursuant to adjournment, W. H. Church- man in the chair. On motion, it was resolved that the following additional disqualifications be added to all of the Asiatic class: Cocks FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 99 not weighing 9 pounds; hens not weighing 74 pounds; cockerels not weighing 74 pounds; pullets not weighing 6 pounds. The Rey. William Atwood moved the following resolu- tion, which was adopted : Resolved, That the officers and members of this American Poultry Association express their heartfelt and sincere grat- itude to the Western New York Poultry Society, for the | excellent manner in which they have provided for our meeting, facilitated our labors, and encouraged our hearts, | in the arduous work in which we have been engaged; that we appreciate the skill, wisdom, and energy with which the President and his staff of officers have conducted the affairs of the Exhibition, that has afforded each and all of us such unmeasured gratification ; and that we now leave them at the earnest call of those higher duties which we owe our families, but shall ever cherish with warm affec- tion the names of the noble and generous-minded gentlemen we have met in the officers of the Western New York Poultry Society and their cordial and numerous friends. The report of the Committee on Instruction to Judges was received, read, and adopted, and P. Williams and I. K. Felch were directed to engross the same for publication. On motion of C. A. Sweet, the Rev. Wm. Atwood, of Big Flatts, N. Y., offered an appropriate prayer in behalf of the Association, asking acknowledgment of the Divine supervision, in first giving usa being, sparing life, directing to high and noble ends, and crowning us Lords of Creation. Thanksgiving, enjoyments given, mercies bestowed, and the elevating of the creature to a high standard of moral excel- lence, transforming him by grace into the likeness of the world’s Redeemer; supplication for future guidance, for more than human wisdom to lead into the way of all truth, sanctifying all relations, giving us to know in this world influence to act well our part, that humanity be exalted, the world be made better by our living in it, and the name of God glorified by us. Commending all our individual, domestic, social, and associated interest to the guidance of the all-wise, the ever-present and gracious God, who suf- fereth not even the sparrow to fall to the ground without the notice of our Heavenly Father. On motion of C. A. Sweet, the Association adjourned to meet at Boston, Thursday, February 5, 1874, at 74 P.M. sem + THE DOG OF MONTARGIS. In October, 1861, there occurred a memorable fight between aman, who was known as the Chevalier Macaire, and a dog which has passed into tradition as the dog of Montargis. The contest took place on the Isle of Notre Dame, in Paris, in the presence of King Jobn. The tradition formed the plot of a play which was presented at the Bowery Theatre a few years ago. The story goes that M. Aubry de Montdidier, a gentleman of Montargis, in passing through the forest of Bondy, was murdered and buried at the foot of a tree. His dog was with him at the time, and remained at the grave till driven away by hunger, and then found his way to Paris to the house of an old friend of his master. In Paris, he did nothing but howl, and, had Caleb Cushing lived at that time, it is probable that he would have had the dog of Montargis killed asa nuisance. At intervals he would catch the pantaloons of his dead master’s friend, in his effort to drag him out to where poor Aubry was buried. For some time, the dog was not understood, but at length, connecting Aubry’s absence with the insepzrable companionship of theman and dog, and the violent pertinacity of the animal in attempting to draw them after him, they followed, and after a time he led them to the foot of the tree in the forest of Bondy, where they dug the earth away and found the murdered man. There was no doubt that Aubry was murdered, but there was no evidence to convict any living being with the crime. The eyes of God had seen, and the dog had seen too, but dogs are dumb. A certain Chevalier Macaire had been the enemy of M. Aubry. Per- haps in consequence of the knowledge, somebody, the friend for instance, had his suspicions of the Chevalier, and con- fronted the dog with him, thinking, very likely, if the dog had reason enough to lead them to Aubry’s grave, he would have enough to detect his murderer if he saw him. In these conclusions they were right. The dog, directly he saw Macaire, attacked him with an almost invincible ferocity. Wherever he saw the Chevalier he attacked him; and as the friends of Aubry took care, as may be supposed, to throw the dog as much as possible into the company of the now suspected man, the life of the Chevalier came to be diurnally uncomfortable. To have an unpleasant dog eternally flying at your cravat and anywhere else lying open to his fangs, may be seriously regarded as the reverse of cheerful. The Chevalier Macaire probably thought so. The conduct of the dog towards this particular man—he being notoriously of a gentle disposition and kind to every one else—quickly be- came the talk of certain circles in Paris. It was known to the court; it reached the ears of John, and then the king ordered the dog to be brought before him, and the Chevalier Macaire to be placed amoung the courtiers as one of them at the same time. Being at court, the dog conducted him- self with perfect propriety for a short time, until he saw Macaire mixed up among the courtiers, and then, dashing at him furiously as usual, with an awful growl out of his great red throat, he pinned him against the wall. In those days the judicial arbitrament of battle was in full force; the pop- ular belief being that the ‘judgment of God” would be manifested in luvor of the innocent and against the guilty. The known enmity of the Chevalier to Aubry, the fact of Aubry’s murder, the dreadful antagonism of the murdered man’s dog—these settled the question with King John, and it was directed that the man must fight the dog, as the only way to justify himself in the eyes of Paris and purge him- self of the suspicion of murder. It was the custom in the middle ages occasionally to try the lower animals for offences with much of the parade and ceremonial bestowed in the cases of their superiors, and from this we may understand that a combat between a man and a dog was not so strange an occurance after all, away back in the fourteenth century. There was no cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, in 1361, and so the open space of the island served as a capital place in which to pitch a ring for the combatants. The Chevalier Macaire was armed with a strong heavy stick, and the doe of Montargis had his teeth anda tub. This last, which might more properly be called an empty cask, was an ark of refuge for the dog to retreat to and make his spring from. But the dog of Montargis had no use for the tub. He scorned it. He flew with astonishing activity and fury at his opposer, first on one side, then on the ether, he dodged under the cudgel, and finely with a terrible bound, fastened his deadly grip on the murderer’s throat, and there was an end of the Chevalier Macaire, who lived just long enough to confess his crime before King John and the court. Of course 100 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. every body in Paris cried, ‘‘ Well done dog,” and was more than ever satisfied of the truth and justice of “ trial by bat- tle.’ We can readily understand that the faithful dog, having nobly avenged the death of his master, took up his quarters with his master’s friend, looked after the rats and was made comfortable the remainder of his days. This is for conjecture only, however, because he may have been put | in the dog-pound for non-payment of the tax; but what is not conjecture is the fact that over a chimney in the great hall of the ancient chateau of Montarsis, in France, there is a curiously carved representation of this memorable com- bat; and as long as the old chateau stands, and the wrought oak wainscoting is spared the inroads of the worm, that car- ving will stand as the monument of the fidelity of a dog. Stems Muteresting and Amusing. Rey Six black foxes have been caught in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia, this fall. These animals are very rare, and their skins sell at fabulous prices. he Take a wing,’’ inquired a pompous upstart of a sensible young lady at the close of a prayer meeting. “ Not of a gander,”’ she quickly replied, and walked home with her mother. ne@g- Old Phin. Teeple, of Preston, Wayne County, Pa., is seventy years old, though remarkably vigorous, and looks hardly fifty. Since eleven years of age he has killed 2985 deer, and 438 bears. His favorite hunting ground is in Potter County. ges Seth Green now proposes frog culture for food. He says: ‘We have many stagnant pools about the country that are useless in their present state, and believing that there is nothing made in vain, I do not know of any other use for them than to make them into frog ponds. TI also believe it would make the man wealthy who could raise a million frogs and get them to market. All I would claim is giving him two years’ experience in experimenting.’? The hind quarters of the frog are a great delicacy. We have eaten them many a time. nae Among the attractive exhibitions in San Francisco, has been that of a bear boy. This ursine youth walks on all fours when he walks, and squats on his hind feet when he squats. Near the termination of the spine he has a scar, caused, as the keeper affirms, by the amputation of his tail. Formerly there was a ridge of hair down his back. This has been removed, and nothing but marks of glue are now visible to the naked eye. Rae A suit was recently brought before the sheriff of the Dundee (Scotland) Small Debt Court, to obtain damages for injuries sustained from the bite of adog. A man was about to enter the house of a neighbor to complain of the noise made by his dog, but being somewhat violent in his manner, the dog jumped upon the intruder and bit him in the face and hand. At the trial, the plaintiff having failed to prove the dog’s previous bad character, the sheriff deci- ded the case in favor of the defendant, saying that it was somewhat singular that, according to Scotch law, a dog was entitled to the first bite out of a man without attaching a penalty to the master, while the master was liable for the first bite taken out of a sheep, however good the previous character of the dog might have been. fas The following from the Field seems to prove that the eagle of the Tyrol has the power of carrying off full- grown chamois. It is taken from the journal of an English chamois hunter:—“ June 27, 1871.—When taking out a young eagle from the Falknervaud, near Johanneslaus, I found in the nest (which was quite inaccessible except by means of a fifty fathom rope) the half-devoured carcass of a full grown chamois; three pairs of seven inch chamois horns, and the corresponding bones of the animals; one pair of goat horns; the remains of a mountain hare, and the head of a roedeer fawn.” nes A letter from Russell, Kansas, dated January 9th, to Forest and Stream says:—‘‘ Game is not very plenty in this county at this season. Antelope were plenty in the | fall, but I have not seen any lately. When seen they are very wild. Elk are scarce. I saw two last week, but as I had only a shot gun with me I could only look at them run. What leaps they did make in the snow! Buffalo keep far- ther west, although they sometimes wander through here. Deer searce, ‘Jack rabbits’ plenty, coyotes and gray wolves plenty, quail are rather scarce, prairie chickens scarce, and generally crossed with the sharp-tailed grouse. Now and then a dusky grouse.” Bas” Scattered about the prairies in Kansas are little ponds and puddles caused by the collecting of the surface water after rains, the occasional overflow of streams, and some- times by springs at the bottom. These ponds average per- haps thirty yards in length by eight in width and three feet deep in the middle. To them all kinds of animals and wild fow] resort to quench their thirst and eat the varieties of food which always collect or grow in damp and marshy places. It is quite customary for sportsmen and travelers with depleted larders to build screens near by and lie in wait for the approach of game, which is sure to come and afford fine sport, and a bag can soon be filled. §@s> Tue RatrLes oF THE RATTLESNAKE.—The forma- tion of rattles upon the tail of a rattlesnake is a curious phe- nomenon. The notion that one is developed each year is in- correct. Young ones have been known to have six or more; sometimes two or three appear ina single year. The num- ber seldom exceeds fifteen. The skin of one that was six feet long, now in the Museum of the Long Island Histor- ical Society of Brooklyn, has fourteen rattles. De Kay cited, in 1842, the Clarion newspaper, published at Bolton, New York, which stated that two men killed, in three days, in the town of Bolton, at lake George, 1104 rattle- snakes, some of which carried fifteen to twenty rattles. They were killed for their oil. The same author states, on the authority of the Columbian Magazine for Novy., 1786, that a rattlesnake was killed, having 44 rattles, which seems an incredible number. The use of the rattles is a subject of discussion. They are evidently well developed— not rudimental merely—and the conclusion is irresistible that.they are of service to the creature. We cannot sup- pose that organs which are constant in a class of animals, could have originated, if entirely useless and unserviceable to it. Professor Aughey suggests that the whirring rattle is a call-note by the animal to its mate. That it was thus used on one occasion he was an eye-witness. Again, it may be used to terrify its enemies; or to paralyze its victims with fright, or to call assistance in danger. He says: ‘} once witnessed an attack by seven hogs on a rattlesnake. Immediately the snake rattled, and three others appeared ; but the hogs were victorious.’’—Popular Science Monthly. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 101 BUFFALO POULTRY SHOW. LIST OF AWARDS. (Continued from page 87, No. 6.) CLASS 9—MISCELLANEOUS. PLYMOUTH ROCK. Cocks—Ist special premium, A. H. Drake, Stoughton, Mass. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, John Hunter, Buffalo, N. Y. Hens—Ist special premium, A. H. Drake, Stoughton, Mass. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium, E. R. Hayward, Easton, Mass. Cockerels—lIst special premium, A. H. Drake, Stoughton, Mass. 2d premium, A. H. Drake, Stoughton, Mass. 3d premium, O. Howland, Owasco, N. Y. Pullets—1st special premium, A. H. Drake, Stoughton, Mass. 2d premium, A. H. Drake, Stoughton, Mass. 8d premium, E. R. Hayward, Easton, Mass. DOMINIQUE. Cocks—Ist special premium, M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. Hens—lst special premium, M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass. 2d premium, W. A. Fuller, Glen, N. Y. 3d premium, A. Rice, Buffalo, N. Y. Cockerels—Ist special premium, M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass. 2d premium, John A. Davis, Auburn, N. Y. 3d premium, J. G. Bicknell, Westmoreland, N. Y. Pullets—lst special premium, M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass. 2d premium, J. G. Bucknell, Westmoreland, N. Y. 8d premium, J. A. Davis, Auburn, N. Y. FRIZZLES. Trio, Ist special premium, G. P. Whitney, Rochester, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. SILKIES. Trio, Ist special premium, HE. 8. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium, S. B. Covert, Buffalo, N. Y. CAPONS. Trio, 1st special premium, R. B. Engle, Masonville, N. J. JupeEs—P. Williams, Mass.; I. R. Felch, Mass. CLASS 10—TURKEYS. BRONZE. Old—lst special premium, George Vanderveer, Port Jack- son, N. Y. 2d premium, George Vanderveer, Port Jackson, N. Y. 3d premium, E. V. Barton, Waterloo, N. Y. Young—lIlst special premium, George Vanderveer, Port Jackson, N. Y. 2d premium, O. Howland, Owasco, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. WHITE. Ist premium—A. Nelson, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. BUFF. Ist premium—W. J. Fox, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—John Horter, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. NARRAGANSETT. Ist premium—H. Safford, East Otto, N. Y. 2d premium—H. Safford, East Otto, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. Jupers—W. H. Todd, Ohio; R. M. Griffith, Del. ; J. Y. Bicknell, N. Y. CLASS 11—GEESE. TOULOUSE. 1st premium—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, Ohio. 2d premium—A. Nelson, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—no award. EGYPTIAN. 1st premium—S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. 2d premium—S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. ~ 8d premium—S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. WILD. 1st premium—Fred. Mather, Honeye Falls, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. 8d premium—no award. WHITE CHINA. Ist premium—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. 2d premium—Mrs. J. Williams, Grand Island, N. Y. 8d premium—no award. BREMEN. 1st premium—Geo. Chapman & Co., Rochester, N. Y. 2d premium—A. Nelson, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—No award. Jupers—J. Y. Bicknell, N. Y.; P. Williams, Mass. CLASS 12—DUCKS. PEKIN. Ist special premium—C. A. Sweet, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—no award. 3d premium—no award. AYLESBURY. 1st premium—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. 2d premium—Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. 3d premium—H. C. Jewett, Buffalo, N. Y. ROUEN. Ist premium—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. 2d premium—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. 3d premium—Daniel Allen, Galt, Ont. CAYUGA. Ist premium—W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. 2d premium—Charles Lobb, Buffalo, N. Y. 3d premium—Geo. W. White, Buffalo, N. Y. Jup@es—J. Y. Bicknell, N. Y.; P. Williams, Mass. CLASS 13. Pearl Guinea Fowls—lst premium, 8S. Wood, Cheektowaga, Pearl Guinea Fowls—2d premium, 8S. Wood, Cheektowaga, NERY Wood Duck—Ist premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. Black East India Duck—Ilst premium, W. H. Todd, Ver- milion, O. White Call Duck—lst premium, W. H. Todd, Vermilion, O. Golden Pheasants—lst premium, A. D, Warren, Worcester, Mass. California Mountain Quail—lst premium, P. W. Hudson, N. Manchester, Ct. California Mountain Quail—2d premium, F. C. Marvin, Buffalo, N. Y. California Valley Quail—lst premium, F. C. Marvin, Buf- falo, N. Y. California Valley Quail—2d premium, P. W. Hudson, N. Manchester, Ct. Gray Call Duck—lst premium, Miss L. Sharp, Salem, O. Gray Call Duck—2d premium, Miss L. Sharp, Salem, O. Partridge—Ist premium, Dr. H.C. Blanchard, Buffalo, INEOYSS Jupars—P. Williams, Mass.; R. M. Griffith, Del.; Wm. Atwood, New York. CLASS 14—CAGE BIRDS. Goldfinch—1st premium, J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. Bluefinch—lst premium, J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. Cardinal—ist premium, J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. Gray Parrot—lst premium, J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. Green Parrot—lst premium, J. Beier, Buffalo, N. Y. Green Parrot—2d premium, J. Beier, Buffalo, N. Y. CLASS 15—PIGEONS. CARRIERS. Best collection of Carriers, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLACK CARRIERS. Cocks—Ist premium, J. B. Trew, Tonawanda, N. Y. 2d premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. Hens—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium, J. B. Trew, Tonawanda, N. Y. DUN CARRIERS. Cocks—Ist premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. 2d premium, RK. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. Hens—lst premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. . : BLACK CARRIERS, 1873. Cocks—lst premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. 2d premium, J. B. Trew, Tonawanda, N. Y. 102 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. WHITE CARRIERS. Cocks—Ist premium, J. B. Trew, Tonawanda, N. Y. 2d premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. Hens—Ist premium, J. B. Trew, Tonawanda, N. Y. 2d premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. POUTERS. Best collection of Pouters, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. RED PIED POUTERS. Cocks—1st premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. Hens—2d premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. WHITE POUTERS. Cocks—lst premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. Hens—lst premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. BLUE PIED POUTERS. Cocks—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. Hens—lst premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLACK PIED POUTERS. Cocks—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium, R. J. Ball, Buffalo, Nee Hens—2d premium, R. J. Ball, Buffalo, N. Y. RED POUTERS. Cocks—Ist premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. Hens—2d premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. YELLOW PIED POUTERS. Cocks—2d premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. Hens—Ist premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. CHECKERED POUTERS. Cocks—Ist premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. Hens—lst premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. ISABEL POUTERS. Cocks—I1st premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. Hens—lst premium, A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. YELLOW. 2d premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. YELLOW HUNGARIAN. 2d premium, A. Goebel Mitchell, Ont. BLACK. 2d premium, A. Goebel Mitchell, Ont. OWLS. Best collection, J. M. Wade, Philadelphia. YELLOW. 1st premium, J. M. Wade, Philadelphia. 2d premium, R. M.-Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLACK. 1st premium, J. M. Wade, Philadelphia. BLUE. 1st premium, J. M. Wade, Philadelphia. WHITE. 1st premium, J. M. Wade, Philadelphia. SILVER. Ist premium, J. M. Wade, Philadelphia. TARBITS. Best collection, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. RED-WINGED. Ist premium, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium, C. A. A. Stoneway. TUMBLERS. Best collection Tumblers, R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. ALMOND TUMBLERS. Ist premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. BEARD TUMBLERS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—C, Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. BALD TUMBLERS. Ist premium—J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. SHORT-FACED TUMBLERS. 1st premium—J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK TUMBLERS. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. 2d premium—G. W. Kress, Buffalo, N. Y. BLUE TUMBLERS. 2d premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLACK MOTTLED TUMBLERS. 2d premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. RED AGATE TUMBLERS. 1st premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. RED TUMBLERS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—Geo W. Kress, Buffalo, N. Y. YELLOW TUMBLERS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. YELLOW AGATE TUMBLERS. Ist premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. KITE TUMBLERS. 2d premium—J. Beier, Jr., Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK MOTTLED GROUND TUMBLERS. 2d premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK TUMBLERS. Ist premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. WHITE BARBS. Ist premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. 2d premium—R. J. Ball, Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK BARBS. Ist premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. 2d premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. RED BARBS. Ist premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. RED JACOBINS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—C, Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. YELLOW JACOBINS. Ist premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK JACOBINS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. WHITE JACOBINS. Ist premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. RED MOTTLED JACOBINS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. FANTAILS. | Best collection Fantails—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. WHITE CALCUTTA FANTAITLS. Ist premium—R. J. Ball, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. WHITE FANTAILS. Ist premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK FANTAILS. Ist premium—R. J. Ball, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 103 YELLOW FANTAILS. 1st premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. YELLOW-BREASTED FANTAILS. 2d premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. BLUE FANTAILS. Ist premium—A. Goebel, Mitchell, Ont. 2d premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. GRAY FANTAILS. 2d premium—R. J. Ball, Buffalo, N. Y. WHITE TRUMPETERS. 2d premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. BLUE-WINGED TURBITS. 1st premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. 2d premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. SILVER-WINGED TURBITS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLACK-WINGED TURBITS. 1st premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. YELLOW-WINGED TURBITS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. YELLOW TURBITS. 1st premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE TURBITS. Ist premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. 2d premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLACK TURBITS. Ist premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. 2d premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. DUN TURBITS. 1st premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. RED TURBITS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. WHITE BLACK-TAILED TURBITS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. : BLUE TURBITS. 1st premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. ANTWERPS. Ist premium—h. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. RED SWALLOWS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. BLUE SWALLOWS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. BLACK SWALLOWS. Ist premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. NUNS. 1st premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. BLACK MAGPIES. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. 2d premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. BLUE MAGPIES. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. 2d premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. GERMAN MAGPIEs. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. BLUE-CAPPED MAGPIES. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. SNELLS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. ARCHANGELS. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. ICE PIGEONS. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. SNOW PIGEONS. Ist premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. HELMETS. 2d premium—C. A. A. Stoneway, Grand Island, N. Y. DUCHESS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. QUAKERS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. RED MAHOMETS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. MOORE CAPS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. SUABIANS. Ist premium—R. M. Griffith, Wilmington, Del. 2d premium—C. Hofheins, Buffalo, N. Y. Jupers—M. H. Cryer, Ohio; J. C. Long, Jr., Ohio. MISCELLANEOUS. FISH. Best show of Trout—Fred. Mather, Honeyoye Falls, N. Y. Best show of Gold Fish—Fred. Mather, Honeyoye Falls N. Y. : Best show of Salmon—A. S. Collins, Caledonia, N. Y. Best display of Fish—A. §. Collins, Caledonia, N. Y. RABBITS. Best pair Lop-Eared—W. S. Bills, Auburn, N. Y. Best pair Angora Best pair Common—S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N. Y. MINK. Best display— Henry Resseque, Verona, N. Y. FERRETS, Best display—Fred. Mather, Honeyoye Falls, N. Y. FOX SQUIRRELS. Best specimen—Charles G. Irish, Buffalo, N. Y. SILVER-GRAY SQUIRRELS. Best specimen—Charles G. Irish, Buffalo, N. Y. RED SQUIRRELS. Best specimen—Charles G. Irish, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d best—Charles G. Irish, Buffalo, N. Y. DRESSED POULTRY. Best display—A. Nelson, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d best—B. D. Rogers, Buffalo, N. Y. DRESSED TURKEYS. Best display—B. D. Rogers, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d best—O. F. Briggs, Smith’s Mills, N. Y. DRESSED DUCKS. Best display—O. F. Briggs, Smith’s Mills, N. Y. 2d best—A. Nelson, Butfalo, N. Y. DRESSED GEESE. Best display—A. Nelson, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d best—O. F. Briggs, Smith’s Mills, N. Y. DRESSED CHICKENS. Best display—A Nelson, Buffalo, N. Y. 2d best—B. D. Rogers, Buffalo, N. Y. COOPS, ETC. Best exhibition coop—K. P. Lawrence, Worcester, Mass. Best coop for hen and chickens—S. Wood, Cheektowaga, N.Y Best egg tester—F. K. Plumley, Buffalo, N. Y. Best feed cooker—Cloud & Timmerman, Grinnell, Iowa. 104 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JoserpH M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. ay Scns J OURNAL AND Aj OULTRY (Fxouanes, Y, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum,..... Six Copies, one year,. Specimen Copies, by mail, ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subjects interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space, 1 inch of space, set solid.............. $1 20, displayed.. 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, cs : 1 page, 216 lines, SOlid......0... eeeeeeees 21 60, q Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE CONVENTION AS I FOUND IT. FRIEND WADE: I confess to some misgiving on leaving my parish home to attend the meeting of the American Poultry Association, convened at Buffalo. Even admitting that my fears were like the ripples on the surface of the sea, yet they had some rela- tion to the deeper water. For myself, I had seen enough of the poultry business to know that intelligence coupled with refinement could be profitably employed in the enterprise, the inevitable tendency of which would be to elevate, and not debase, the mind. By the power of steam, generated from pure water, I reached the Queen City of the Lakes, breakfasted at the Bonney House, and soon after entered the Exhibition Hall of the Western New York Poultry Society, of which 1 would like to say much, for it is truly deserving of the highest commendation. Apart from their ample hall was a kind of Senate-chamber, where I was soon to meet the Fellows of the Royal Society. In the meantime, mental curiosity was playing pranks; but I was not to decide prematurely upon character. Justice to my brother man demanded a more careful deliberation; for there were men there of journalistic fame, as editors, contributors, and ad- vertisers, some of whom I had corresponded with; but how they would look and act I could not tell, although TI could conceive a possibility of a person being genteel with the pen, but really swaggerish in manner. But when the char- acter of the Convention opened out before me, like clustered photographs, I felt rebuked even for my mental cogitations. Then came the formal introduction, the hearty hand- shaking, by gentlemen from the East, the West, the North, and the South, each seemingly striving to excel in cordiality to their newly-made acquaintances ; and yet these men were competitors in business, rivaling each other in opinion, but with all so noble that, to all appearances, they would sooner lose a right arm than knowingly wound another’s feelings. Soon the especial business of the Convention, viz.: the Revision of the Standard, was entered upon; and, in view of the various and varied interests bearing upon that one trans- action, it tested the merits and integrity of that body of men as but few assemblages are tried; and yet they rose superior to it all. The grand magnanimity of the presiding officer found a hearty response, or else infused itself into the minds and purposes of the members, until harmony, despite every contingency, was the crowning element of each session. The moral type of the Conyention—contrary to the opinion of some who know yery little of the facts—the moral features of the body were of a high order, infused in no small degree with a Christian consciousness. I was present at all of the meetings of the Convention, and min- gled freely with its members during each recess, and I heard not a vulgar word nor an unchaste expression; neither was there an utterance in my hearing verging upon pro- fanity ; and I venture the assertion that a nobler set of men were never convened in the interest of any secular enter- prise. One landlord at a popular hotel in Buffalo, where was gathered the largest number of delegates, complimented his guests as men who drank no rum; and this one fact alone speaks volumes in honor of the men and the measures they labored to promote. Indeed, all selfishness seemed to be far removed from every mind. The public presentation of sub- stantial tokens of regard and friendship to acquaintances so recently made, called forth personal congratulations to the recipients of such favors, and appeared to gladden the hearts of all. Just here I would like to digress from my purpose, and speak of individuals as I met them; but I must not presume upon the columns of your most excellent journal. Suffice it forme tosay that I found myself invariably associated with gentlemen of sterling worth—men tried and true—who were earnestly laboring to promote tke public welfare; and in the good time coming the fact will be heartily acknowledged, and that ignorance and bigotry done away which would indis- criminately sweep the entire fraternity of poultry fanciers into the cock-pit, just as though they had no higher than a brutal, debasing purpose to subserve. I know that there are a large class of game fowls, but it must be admitted that they are creatures of beauty and most excellent in their way; and further be it said of those who are- most familiar with the breeding of them, that, like true naturalists, they have studied their nature and propensity, and would repel with noble scorn the idea of testing their pugnacity, and calling it sport. In fact, no man connected with the American Poultry Association need feel for a moment that he is required by any relation or rule to compromise a good moral standing. The day has passed when sneers and jeers are to doom an honorable business to disrepute, for, with the degree of enlightenment already possessed upon the subject of poultry raising, withering epithets, from any quarter, are only signs of ignorance, and exposes the weakness of those who conde- scend to use them. If I mistake not, the populace, in their intelligence, do not claim that cattle-men who convene to promote the enterprise of stock-raising are necessarily masters of the arena for bull-fighting. And why not the public mind everywhere be disubused in reference to the purposes and intent of the American Poultry Association. For one, I can confidently assure them that the very character and FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 105 management of the Convention at Buffalo is itself a power- ful argument that noble-minded men are making rapid progress in that direction. In the Convention, as we were anticipating the closing evening session, a resolution was cordially and unanimously adopted that the final act should be the offering of prayer to Almighty God; and when that prayer was ended, the plain and responsive amen from many lips was full of feeling, and its power more than filled that hall, and immediately started out upon the avenues of human influence, to crown with lasting honor the Convention which, at the close of its secular labors, devoutly acknowledged the Divine Sovereign in whom we all live, and move, and have our being. Then came the last good-bye at parting. Good wishes were lavished, not as common stock, as air and water, but were given as the tokens of the most cordial friendship. And even now, as I write, the frequent and hearty ‘God bless you,’ so often heard as I left, is working in me the determined purpose, if God in his wise providence permits, to meet those friends again. WILLIAM ATWooD. Bie Fuats, January 29, 1874. Correspondence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) RATS. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Srr: To the readers of the Fanciers’ Journal, as well as to fanciers generally, the question of rats, their habits, instincts, and destructiveness, will ever be a matter of in- terest. To one who attempts to raise poultry or pigeons in the circumscribed limits of a city yard, or in the neighbor- hood of corn-cribs, or buildings with ground floors, they will prove an unceasing source of provocation, unless entirely excluded from the coop or cot. My own experience with them has not been of long standing, but most decided in its way. I propose to give a specimen or two. While living in the country I had no cause of complaint, but having moved to the city, and bought some pigeons, I have, in the last two years, had many opportunities of be- coming intimately acquainted with the vermine. My dove- cot is a large one, and at that time a part of the flooring was not laid. I had thought that the birds would like to pick the lime and gravel on this dirt floor. Burrowing through this the rats obtained ready ingress and egress. For some time they contented themselves with the peas and corn that remained there over night, and did not molest my stock; but one morning a dead pigeon, left on the floor, was found nearly consumed. Then some sick ones—I had several of them—were helped out of existence. Thus they ascended the scale of depredation, until at last a fine pouter, an un- usually strong bird, which was quite well the evening pre- vious, was found half eaten on the ground. This convinced me that something must be done. I looked about for their holes, and stopped them; but next morning a beautiful tum- bler hen, put up to mate with another, had disappeared, and only her breast-bone left to tell her fate. A vigorous search was instituted, and five rats, round and fat, were found hidden away in the pigeon-house. These were soon got rid of, and every hole fastened up. I hoped this was the end— it was not, but the beginning. Every night they cut in, but seemed to content themselves with the fact of being in for that night. If their hole was not discovered, or left unclosed, the next night some bird or birds would suffer. I tried to trap or poison them. A trap was placed over a newly-cut hole, so as to prevent the rats reaching the cot except through the trap. While I was securing it, one of the tribe peeped through the hole into the trap. to that hole again. But they cut in elsewhere as before, and killed a fan. I took the bird the next night, covered it with ‘‘sure-pop,”’ placed it at the hole, and put a board over it so that the rats could not get into the house. Next morning the pigeon was gone, and I congratulated myself that it had been eaten. The rats, however, did not abate their attacks, so I bought a steel-trap, and placed it, bated, where I had put the poisoned pigeon. When I next examined it I found it buried in dirt. I cleared this away, and set itagain. The next morning the poisoned pigeon was found entire in the trap. I strewed bread, smeared with the poison, in their runs. The bread disappeared, and quite a number of young, half- grown rats were found dead or dying of the poison, but no trace was ever discovered of any old one having suffered. Again they had cut in—this time directly through the flooring. I set my steel-trap temptingly beside the hole, and covered trap and hole with a large tight box. This I thought would take them, and so it did; but. only young rats again. Three half-grown were caught in succession, and then, to my surprise, the hole was stopped up. As the flooring was only about two inches from the ground, this could easily be done. I opened it, and again set the trap. Next morning another young rat was caught, and not the hole only, but even the run leading to it were thoroughly stopped. All this while Thad killed several in various ways, but not a single old one, either by trap or poison. By this time, as I had stopped their holes with tin as they were cut, a considerable portion of the flooring, and one side of the cot, were tinned over. I now secured every weak point, and so arranged the nests so as to have no hiding places whatever inside the house. I also encouraged a ter- rier to remain under the dove-cot, and this, I think, mate- rially assisted me in getting rid of them. Now I breathe freely, and surely I deserve to. No other rat came J. G. GREENVILLE, N. J., January 16, 1874. Mr. Jos. M. Wave. Dear Sir: I received the Fanciers’ Journal just as I was preparing to go to Connecticut to judge on game fowls. A weekly publication of this class is what I have always advocated. Our fraternity must-have a quicker way of in- troducing their fowls to public notice than once a month. I am most anxious for its success, and I think that by your management it will be the leading paper of its kind. Iam also pleased that you give that noble and faithful animal, the dog, a place in your columns, and I hope that our poultry men will have a place set apart at the exhibition for competition in thoroughbred dogs. I have never lost a chicken by a thief, so well haye my faithful guardians at- tended to their duty; and my cats save my young chicks from the rats. I have seen them set a whole day behind a coop of little ones watching a chance for Mr. Rat. Send me the Journal regularly, and when I return I will remit $2.50. Inclosed I send you my standard on game if you feel like publishing it; if not, please return it to me, as it is the only one I have. Yours truly, Isaac Van WINKE. 106 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. LOFT FOR PIGEONS. Mr. Eprror. R. J. H. wishes to know how many pigeons may be suc- cessfully kept in a loft 10x14, &. Merely to keep pigeons requires but a small space, and he can keep twenty pairs, of different varieties, in such a place. But to satisfactorily breed the birds, and to enjoy their companionship, I think six pairs of one, or at most two varieties, will give him the greatest pleasure. Six pairs of old, properly attended to, will produce him about eighteen pairs of young during the breeding season, which, added to the first stock, will crowd his loft. Of course he will become attached to some of the young, and will undoubtedly have more on hand for the next (second) season than he will be able to attend to in that sized loft. He had better confine himself to one variety. As men become experienced in the fancy, they naturally reduce their stock to nothing but fine birds, of few varieties. It is a sure sign of a good fancier to see that he has but few kinds, and fine birds of those kinds. Nearly all the fancy birds bear confinement well; in fact, they have been bred so long in confinement that it has become their normal state. They are cage birds; but the loft must determine the size of the birds. It would be an unsatisfactory place for pouters or carriers, but will do well for the toys or small birds, such as turbits, owls, tumblers (not flying), &c. White owls, I suspect, will be the most gratifying variety for him to handle. Let him study the points for which he has to breed, and produce first-class show birds by the third season, and he will have won his spurs. Advising him to stick to one kind, to buy the best birds of that kind to begin with (no matter what they cost), to keep his loft clean and the number of birds few, I predict and wish him the success and gratification he will obtain. W. P.M. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE MOCKING-BIRD. Or all the woodland minstrels none can successfully com- pare with the mocking-bird. song rings sweetly in budding spring, in the groves of mid- summer, and in the tinted bowers of autumn. When the saddened heart is heavily pressed by the hand of affliction, or weighed down by the cares of life, then turn to the haunts of the mocking-bird, and listen to its thrilling music, its rich and melodious notes, calling from distant hills and adjacent tree-tops the various feathered tribes, selecting the choicest notes from this medley choir, imitating so com- pletely the wild song of the thrush, the warbling nightingale, the crowing cock, the cackling hen, that they listen in silence, spell-bound at his masterly triumphs. Then he perches him- self within a few feet of the planter’s mansion, and there peals abroad delicious sound to delight and charm the ear with its fitful hymn. Oftimes it is heard to chant with sweet- ness in the drowsy watches of the night, when all nature is hushed, and through the crisp air its hollow dirge meets the ear in rapturous sounds as he lifts his anthem seemingly to no one except Him who ruleth on high. This bird, unlike most others, courts civilization, often building within a few feet of the homestead, oftimes select- ing a solitary holly, cedar, or thorn bush; many times a pear, quince, or apple tree. Their nest is usually placed from five to eight feet from the ground. No great care is exercised in secluding the nest from view, nor to place it be- Its harmonious and varied yond the reach of man. Its construction is neat and simple; the bottom layer consists of small dry sticks and twigs, upon which is placed fine hay, weeds, wood, or hair, and over this is interwoven, in compact form, fibrous roots of plants or moss. In this nest she deposits from four to five eggs, deep-blue in color, dotted here and there with numerous blotches of brown. The period of incubation numbers fourteen days, which is accomplished solely by the hen, who usually rears two broods during the season. When hatching, the mocking-bird displays great courage in defending its young against the attack of enemies, and evinces great love for its offspring; yet, should the nest be disturbed by man, they haye been known to forsake their young, and leave them to perish. The black-snake is their inveterate enemy, and against this intruder they usually prove victorious in the contest, exhibiting great spirit and parental affection. This bird is peculiar to the American continent. Its geo- graphical range extends from Connecticut to Brazil. It luxuriates in the genial clime of the Southern States, and is abundantly found south of the Potomac, while but few extend their pilgrimage as far north as New York, though they have been known to breed in this latitude. They prefer the warm region bordering the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico, being more numerous here than west of the Alleghanies. The mocking-bird is omniverous, feeding on berries, in- sects, and fruit. If desired for cage purposes, their young |should be taken at an early age, as they are then reared easily; but if left until nearly fledged, and ready to leave the nest, they frequently sullenly submit to starvation. Like all soft-billed birds they thrive on mashed Irish potatoes, mixed with one-third its bulk of hard-boiled egg. Occasionally insects, or a little lean beef, should be given them, with a limited supply of fruit. The young birds, when taken from the nest, should be fed very often, and not much ata time, to keep them growing thriftly. Fresh water should be abundantly supplied for drinking and bathing purposes, also gravel to aid digestion. The great consideration in rearing them successfully is reg- ularity in feeding, and cleanliness. They should be fed by hand long after they are able to eat without assistance ; it renders them more gentle and confiding, and keeps them strong. The writer well recollects a favorite bird, reared by hand, who used to range at will in the room with doors open, but when hungry would approach, with its intelligent eye glistening, and with mandible widely extended, to grasp a dainty bit from his master’s hand. It would also fly for pro- tection when disturbed by household pets, and warn him by its peculiar note of distress and alarm. One frosty morning Harry was discovered under his perch cold and almost life- less, but quickly, and with affectionate hands, he was wrapped in warmed bats of cotton, and placed before the fire, and fed with stimulating bits of bread soaked in milk and black pepper, when he revived, and gladdened our hearts with his presence and cheerful and winning ways. Although at this season of the year the voice of the mocking-bird was seldom heard, Harry, after fully recovering from his chill, made us thrice happy by his melodious notes. An opportunity offered to send him asa present to a Northern friend. Upon his arrival he seemed quite at home, and was allowed the same freedom as at his Southern home. He roamed at will FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 107 throughout the house, picking here and there a spider or a fly. He would hop to an open door and take a cautious gaze at passers by, and if disturbed would fly back, out of the reach of harm. He was the joy and pet of the household, but as the vigorous Northern winter set in, he was obser- ved to droop, and at length perished a victim to acclimation. The mocking-bird should never be. exposed to inclement weather, but should have the benefit of fresh air as much as possible, protected, however, from the scorching rays of the sun by a covering thrown over the cage. The mocking-bird is clothed in plain but neat attire, yet its lively and graceful motions, together with its elegant form, are quite sufficient to render it attractive as a house- hold pet. The plumage of the male and female closely resemble each other. The following marks are considered sufficient to dis- tinguish them : “The male has the white on the wings extending over the whole nine primaries, or quill feathers, down to and well over the coverts; these are also white, though sometimes tipped with brown, the white of the primaries extending equally on both vanes of the feathers. “Tn the female the white is not so clear, and extends only over seven or eight of the primaries, and more on the broad than on the narrow vane of the feathers; the black of the wing is also less deep, being of a brownish shade. “The mocking-bird measures nine and a half inches in length; at an expanse of wings thirteen inches. The upper part of the head, neck, and back, dark brownish-ash. Wings and tail nearly black; primaries as described above; first and second row of coverts tipped with white. Tail cunei- form; the two outer feathers wholly white; the others, ex- cept the middle ones, tipped with white. Neck, breast, and whole under parts clouded white. Iris of a yellowish-cream color. Bill black; base of the lower mandible whitish. Legs and feet black, and stoutly formed.” The mocking-bird is subject to diseases peculiar to its variety, which may be described as follows : Diarrua@a, or looseness of the bowels, is often produced by improper diet, by allowing their food to sour in the cage. Meal-worms, spiders, grasshoppers, and dried currants will often relieve. BuinpNeEss.—For this there is no remedy. Whenever it occurs it must necessarily prove fatal; for with it is asso- ciated disease of the brain, through the medium of which the optic nerve is affected. ? BaLpNEss, or the dropping of the head feathers, usually commences around the eyes, and is generally fatal. Symptoms.—Continued restlessness, and rubbing of the parts on the perch or cage. se Treatment.—F lowers of sulphur, rubbed up with a little water to the consistence of paste, and applied twice per day to the affected parts, will allay the itching, and may com- pletely check the disease if early applied. Pip.—lIf they refuse to eat, examine their tongue care- fully, and you will discover a horny scale upon the end of the tongue, which should be removed; if allowed to remain it will be at the sacrifice of the life of the bird. James 8. Baittey, M.D. Albany, N. Y. pes> A. D. Warren, Worcester, Mass., had, on exhibition at the Buffalo show, just closed, two coops of his recently imported Golden Chinese Pheasants. They were quite an attractive feature of the show. EXHIBITION OF WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA POULTRY SOCIETY. Tue number of entries at this exhibition was not as large this year as last, but the fowls were better than at any pre- vious show. The largest contributors were A. A. Miller, who showed forty coops; C. B. Elben, twenty-three ; S. H. Cook, twenty ; and Joseph Bamford, fourteen. Mr. Miller took 84 society and special premiums; Mr. Elben, 19; Mr. Cook, 16; and Mr. Bamford, 14. The show of Dark Brahmas, was much better than that of last year. The Dark Cock which took 2d this year, is the same one that took Ist and special last year. D. J. Rogers, of Mansfield, Pa., exhibited eight beautiful pullets, which had been carefully selected from the H. H. G. Sharpless yards. Mr. Miller, of Oakdale, Pa., also ex- hibited three pullets and two hens from the same yards, which were very fine indeed. These two gentlemen also showed some very finely marked cockerels, but they were quite young, and not sufficiently developed to show to best advantage. A pair of hens shown by S. H. Cook, were well matched and finely penciled. The display of LIGHT BRAHMAS was quite large and very good. C. B. Elben, exhibited a cock whose pedigree runs directly back to the yards of Mr. Felch. He is a very fine bird, combining large size with compact form, and with medium length of leg. The 2d premium cock was lately purchased by Mr. Gregg, - from P. Williams, and is a good sample of Mr. Williams’ breeding stock. While both styles have their admirers, we confess to a decided preference for the former, as coming nearer to what the Brahma fowl ought to be. While the show of chicks was very good, and some fine birds were exhibited, yet they were almost without excep- tion, to our mind, too long in the legs, and lacking in com- pactness of form. In BUFF COCHINS, the number of entries was not large. The principal exhib- itors in this class were Joseph Bamford and A. A. Miller. Two cocks exhibited by A. A. Miller, and recently pur- chased by him of Jos. M. Wade, Esq., were fine in form and carriage, even in color throughout, and of that shade of col- oring most prized by Cochin fanciers. A cock shown by Jos. Bamford, was also very fine, but was more loose in the feathering, and, to our fancy, in- ferior in color; and while appearing very much larger than either of the two above mentioned, was found to be of exactly the same weight as one of them. Both of these exhibitors showed some excellent hens and chicks of this variety. PARTRIDGE COCHINS were pretty well represented as to number, and were fair in quality. Many of the birds were rather young for first- class exhibition birds. There was but one trio each of Black and White Cochins ; these however were very fine. THE DORKING CLASS was not very largely represented, though the specimens were quite good. C. B. Elben, J. Dyer, and others, made a good display of American Dominiques. This class is evidently growing in favor, and promises in the future to attract a larger share of attention than it has hitherto done. 108 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. The Plymouth Rocks exhibited by Hayward, of Mass., and Isom, of Cleveland, were very much admired. In GOLDEN PENCILLED HAMBURGS. The principal exhibitors were Jos. Bamford and A. A, Miller. Mr. Bamford seems to be particularly successful in breeding this class of fowls. Mr Miller also exhibited sey- eral coops of the same stock which competed sharply for prizes with the parent stock. The other varieties of Hamburgs were not largely repre- sented. There were but few entries of Spanish and Leghorn. FRENCH FOWLS the Houdans were in greatest numbers, and were probably better in quality than at any previous exhibition. GAMES were as usual numerous, and, in the main, good. POLISH, fair in quantity and quality. BANTAMS were numerous and good, evincing an increasing interest in this class of pet stock. The number of entries of turkeys was not large, but there were no inferior specimens on exhibition. The AYLESBURY AND ROUEN DUCKS were unusually fine, and the show in this department would compare favorably with that of any exhibition in the country. The show of Of PIGEONS was greatly in advance of last year. Altogether the Society have great reason for encouragement. There is a growing interest in the breeding of fine poultry in West Pennsyl- vania, which promises a still greater improvement in the exhibitions in the future. Below we give a LIST OF PREMIUMS Awarded by the Western Pennsylvania Poultry Society at their Third Annual Exhibition, held at Pittsburgh, Pa. January 6th to 10th, inclusive, 1874, Light Brahma Fowls. 1st premium, C. B. Elben, Pittsburgh, Pa. 2d premium, Edward Gregg, Pittsburgh, Pa. 3d premium, G. W. Evans, Allegheny City, Pa. Light Brahma Chickens. Ist premium, Philander Williams, Taunton, Mass. 2d premium, John Morrow, Allegheny City, Pa. 3d premium, Charles Flodding, Sectonia, Ohio. Dark Brahma Fowls. Ist premium, A. A. Miller, Oakdale Station, Pa. 2d premium, A. A. Miller, Oakdale Station, Pa. 3d premium, Robert Henderson, Allegheny City, Pa. Dark Brahma Chickens. 1st premium, A. A. Miller, Oakdale Station, Pa. 2d premium, 8. H. Cook, McDonald Station, Pa. 8d premium, D. J. Rodgers, Mansfield, Pa. Buff Cochin Fowls. Ist premium, Jos. Bamford, Monongahela City, Pa. 2d premium, A. A. Miller. 3d premium, A. A. Miller. Buff Cochin Chickens. 1st premium, Jos. Bamford. 2d premium, Jos. Bamford, 3d premium, A. Miller. Partridge Cochin Fowls. 1st premium, G. W. Evans. 2d premium, Robert Henderson. Partridge Cochin Chickens. Ist premium, G. W. Evans. 2d premium, H. 8. Huidekoper, Meadeville, Pa. 3d premium, H. S. Huidekoper, Meadeville, Pa. Grouse Cochin Fowls. 1st premium, Charles Flodding. White Cochin Chickens. 1st premium, Charles Flodding. Black Cochin Chickens. 1st premium, Philander Williams. Colored Dorking Fowls. Ist premium, Robert Henderson. Colored Dorking Chickens. 1st premium, Robert Henderson. Silver Gray Dorking Fowls. Ist premium, R. H. Peck, Earlville, Ohio. Dominique Fowls. 2d premium, John Dyer, Allegheny City, Pa. \ Dominique Chickens. B. Elben. B. Elben. 8. Isom, Cleveland, Ohio. Plymouth Rock Fowls. R. Hayward, Easton, Mass. Plymouth Rock Chickens. Ist premium, E. S. Isom. 2d premium, E. R. Hayward. 3d premium, C. B. Elben. (To be continued.) 1st premium, C. 2d premium, C. 3d premium, EH. Ist premium, E. Mr. Epiror: In No. 3 of the Fanciers’ Journal A. EK. B. asks informa- tion upon the following question: ‘‘ Which plan would probably ultimate in the most profit—the purchase of a trio of the best fowls, or to lay out the amount of cost in eges for hatching the same breed?’’? Now supposing A. E. B. desires to invest $30. Ifhe invests this amount in eggs he will get say six settings certainly—not more than that— if he buys from a good reliable breeder of good stock; this will give him seventy-eight eggs. Now then for the other side of the question. We will suppose he pays $30 for a trio of good Light Brahmas. Now then, in looking over a back number of the Poultry World, I find the following letters: M. E.W., Houston, Texas, writes: ‘I havea Light Brahma hen that laid eighty-one eggs, hatched and raised a brood of fifteen chicks, and recommenced Jaying in one hun- dred and forty-two days.’’ Another, H. N.S., Sacramento, Cal., writes: “I have a Light Brahma hen hatched April 21st, 1872, which commenced to lay about the middle of December, and has laid up to June 3d, 1873, one hundred and eighteen eggs of large size without wanting to set; after that she laid one more egg and quit.’? Now then admitting the above to be more than the average number that each hen would lay, suppose we take off one-third, this would leave one hundred or more eggs as the product of two hens, nearly three settings more than he would get for his $30, and I think their chance of hatching would be much better. I am personally acquainted with a gentleman who raised over one hundred Light Brahma chickens from the eggs laid by two hens; of course he used other hens to hatch and rear them. Yours, &c., W. E. FLoweEr. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 109 Gxchange Col. 4@- ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINES, OR FortTY- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. Ae THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE -@ . AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. NOW IN PRESS. Price, $1.00. READY SOON. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. RULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE LEGHORNS, 5 pullets. 444 months old, very nice; will exchange for ROUEN DUCKS, or SILVEB DUCK-WING GAME BAN- TAMS, or GOLDEN SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, or DARK BRAHMAS. SAMUEL HASTINGS, Amherst, Mass. WANTED.—To Exchange a pair of Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs, or Ginger Red Games of improyed Stock, for a pair of pure bred Golden- Spangled Hamburg Pullets. . M. FIROR, Duffields, West Virginia. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange for Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash. Address . E.R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. CHOICE POULTRY (of nearly all the leading varieties), will be exchanged for first-class FANCY PIGEHONS—Tumblers, Pouters, and Carriers especially desired. Send description of stock to C. W. BOYCE, Albion, Mich. Or Brown Leghorn Cockerels will be exchanged for Pul- lets. Stock is first-class, white ear-lobes. Pullets must be the same. DARK BRAHMAS.—A pair of Dark Brahma chicks will be ex- changed for either Silver Spangled Hamburgs, or Black-Red Game Ban- tams. Address A. GAINES, Castile, N. Y. WANTED.—Golden Spangled Polands. | THOMAS PARKER, Palsborough, Gloucester Co., N. J. TWO FINE WHITE LEGHORN COCKERELS.— J.B. Smith’s well-known strain,” will exchange for a trio of ENGLISH GRAY DORKINGS, or CAYUGA, or ROUEN DUCKS, or for good PLYMOUTH ROCK PULLETS. Address J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Breeder of Light Brahmas, Buff, and Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White, and Dominique Leghorns. EGGS FOR HATCH- ING, $2 per 13. ORDER EARLY! WANTED, in exchange for Black-Breasted Red Games, Houdans, Fancy Pigeons, or Black—-Breasted Red Game Bantams, &c., ONE PAIR OF BROWN LEGHORN FOWLS._ Address A. K. MARTIN, P O. Box 1584, Binghamton, N. Y. CHOICE POULTRY AND FANCY PIGEONS. I have an_immense stock of the above, which I will exchange for GENERAL MERCHANDISE, at fair prices. Address, with stamp, EDWIN W. SQUIRE, Johnstown, N. Y. WANTED.—A LIGHT BRAHMA COCK (pea comb), in exchange for a W. F. B. SPANISH COCK, that took the first premium at Federals- burg Fair of Four Counties. Please give weight. Address JNO. RUMBOLD, Fowling Creek, Maryland. SEND STAMPS for Price List and description of my GAME FOWLS. Address L. B. RICHARDS, New Castle, West Chester Co., N. Y. WANTED! WHITE POUTER HWEN.—Must be first-class. Would exchange some first-class Almond-Bred Tumblers for same, if agree- able. Address F. P. BECKER, 205 N. Noble St., Indianapolis, Ind. FOR SAWLE.—About 12 Short-Faced Almond-Bred Tumblers, Yel- lows, Reds, and Mottles, all from imported stock, and very fine. Price, from $10 to $20 dollars per pair, or at reduced rates to dealers if all are taken at once. Address I. P. BECKER, 205 N. Noble St., Indianapolis, Ind. ONE GOLDEN-PENCILED HAMBURG COCKEREL, very nice, and a number of Light Brahma Hens (Williams & Felch), extra nice, for sale, or will exchange for BROWN or WHITE LEGHORNS, or G. P. HAMBURGS. Address C.J. TRYON, Batavia, Genesee, N. Y. Cc. G. SANDFORD, 458 Friznpsurp STREE?, Providence, Ti, Jes Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas. Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per doz. TWELVE S. G. DORKING HENS, $4 each. Address JOHN L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N.Y. ‘tails, not capped. FOR SALE.—ELEGANT LITHOGRAPHS OF POULTRY, from Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry. Four lithographs in one frame, rosewood and gilt, price $3.00 each, or $37.50 per lot of thirteen frames, and fifty-two lithographs. EBEN. P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright) -$2 00 The Brahma Fowl ft 2 50 The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)... 9 00 The Pigeon Book ce 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ 1 25 The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). « 2 00, Domestic Poultry (Saunder: Paper, 40c., Cloth, 75 American Bird Fancier.... cos) GL!) Rabbit Fancier (Bement). 30 Variation ofAnimals and P. nestication (Darwin), 2 vis. 6 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, each cc of price. Address H. K. PAYNE, Albany, New York, can furnish Light and Dark Brahmas; Butt, White, and Partridge Cochins; B. B. Red, Silver Duck- wing, and Golden Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guarantied. All orders promptly filled, or money refunded. GAMES, GAMES FOR SALE.—One Pill Game Cock, price, $7. Also, a few head-hooded Game Stags for Sale. Address F. ANSTEAD, Box 34, Oneida, N.Y. HAMRURGS AND BANTAMS. EGGS from Imported GOLDEN AND SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS, GOLDEN AND SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, $4 PER DOZEN. A few trios Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of G. S Bantams at $8 to 12. FANCY PIGEONS. GEORGE F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. From J. B. Smith’s Strains, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. GAME FOWLS.—I have a variety of GAME FOWLS and BAN- TAMS for sale or to exchange, on Golden Polands, Golden Hamburgs, Silver Hamburgs, Leghorns, and Fancy Pigeons. J.L. BOW, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill County, Pa. FOR SALE VERY LOW, io close out a surplus—30 fine young Light Brahmas, reliable stock. Also, Houdans, and Gold-Laced, Silver- Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams, For particulars, address A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. WANTED.— One pair White Fantails, capped. One pair White Fan- One pair Black Fantails. One pair Blue or Red Fan- One pair Yellow Fantails. Address, with price per pair, H. A. B., Box 180, N. Y. Post Office. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS.—fFrom one of the best strains in this country, at $3.50 per setting of 13. ‘First come, first served.” Address JOS. H. HAMILL, Compton Hill, St. Louis, Mo. (CLA IN ALID frees BRAHMAS, $12 the trio. BLACK SPAN- a ISH (Biggar strain), $5 each. Eggs for hatching early in the spring, #4 per dozen. All birds from my yards are from best imported stock, and warranted pure. A. F. BANKS, Drawer 790, Toronto P. O, ADVERTISEMENT. At Show of Western Pennsylvania Poultry Society, held at Pittsburgh, Pa., January 6th to 10th, I was awarded the following premiums: 1st and 2d Premium on Dark Brahma Fowls and all the Specials. ist “ “ rm & Chickensm cna « tails. 2d and 3d a “ Buff Cochin Fowls. 3d “ fee ie “Chicks. Ist i and Specials on Silver-Spangled Hamburgs. 2d and 3d rs on Golden-Pencilled Hamburgs. 3a « “ Silver “ « 2d and 3d a ““‘Houdans. 1st “ “Aylesbury Ducks, and Special. 1st and 2d a “ Rouen “¢ oe HY 1st a “Cayuga ee Ist He “ Bremen Geese. 2d oe “Toulouse “ 2d w “ Bronze Turkeys. 2d Bs “ White cf gociety’s Prize Best Collection Dark Brahmas. GB ‘ a @ Asiatics. - Eggs from above varieties at $5 per setting. Good Birds for sale. Three Dark Brahma Cocks, solid black breasts, at $20 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, solid black breasts, well-feathered legs, at from $6 to $15 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, slightly mottled on breast, at from $3 to $5 each. Fine youny Partridge Cochins, very low, to close out this breed. A. A, MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. 110 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. HAVING SOLD my entire stock of Dark Brahmas to A. A. Miller, of Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., I will give my attention to Light Brahmas, Dominiques, and Aylesbury Ducks. Eggs from the above for sale. All first-prize birds. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburg, Pa. FOR SALE.—Fancy Pigeons, First Premium Stock. Two pair of White [antails, $5 per pair; two pair of Black Antwerps, $6 per pair; two pair of White African Owls, $10. No Circulars. Address, with stamp, to insure reply, WALTER C. HART, Box 152, Clinton, N.Y. GAME FOWLS.—I have spent many years and studied much to work up my strains of GAME FOWLS to their present standard; also, White Leghorns. I have not, however, “the ONLY WHITE EARLOBE STRAINS IN THE WORLD,” for there are, at present, other careful breeders. Iam also selling Eggs and Fowls of nearly all varieties of land and water-fowls, all carefully bred. Price List FREE. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., N. Y. HOLLING WORTH’S RAW CRUSHED BONE, for Poultry. A Specialty. HOLLING WORTH’S PREPARED BONE MWAL, tor young Chicks. A Splendid Article. HOLLING WORTH’S PREPARED BONE MEAL, for Cattle, Horses, and Swine. $1 per package of 20 lbs. Sent to any part of the country by express. No C.0.D. Cash to accompany order. Address G. T. HOLLINGWORTH, Utica, New York. \ FOR SALE.—One pair of Imported Fantail Bantams. Price $10. E. C. Osborn, Box 165, Albany, N. Y. BUFF COCHINS. PHILADELPHIA, August 20, 1873. FRIEND MILLER: Your favor, with $— in full for my entire stock of Buffs, old and young stock of this year, is received. JOS. M. WADE. A few first-class Trios for sale. Also, Light and Dark Brahmas, Par- tridge Cochins, Hamburgs, Aylesburg, and Rouen Ducks. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny, Pa. A FEW FIRST-CLASS CREVE COCK ERELS FOR SALE cheap, or would exchange for Pullets, either Creves, Golden Polands, or Light Brahmas. Address J. HENRY SYMONDS, Box 57, Boston, Mass. JOHN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR FANCY FOWLS Of the Choicest Strains. WANTED—HENNY or HEN Feathered GAMES of Good Pedigree. JOHN ARCHER, Box 48, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill Co., Pa. ONE BUFF COCHIN COCK and three Pullets (Dodge & Kelly strain), price $10, and eight Partridge Cochin Cockerels (very fine), at $2.50 each. Also, FERRETS for Sale. Address H. C. NICK, West Millcreek, Erie Co., Pa. DOGS FOR SALE, CHEAP.—Two Setter Pups, nine months old, partially yard broke. Or would exchange one for Fancy Pigeons. For further particulars, address E. G. STETSON, Farmer Village, Seneca County, N. Y FINE LIGHT BRAHMAS.—Two Cockerels, from Williams & Tee’s Stock, tor Sale, or will exchange one of them. aT: ‘WOOLDRIDGE, “French Hay,” Va. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the wings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, 1814 inches long, good legs, nicely booted, and in marking is well suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. POUTERS FOR SALE,—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 1844 inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 171% inches long, quite well marked, well booted, and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. Price, $30. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. MITCHELL COLUMBARY.—Fancy Pigeons in great variety. Yellow, Black, and Blue l’autails, and Carriers, a specialty. I would call attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an opportunity to procure them is rarely afforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. F. F. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past FALL. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change NuRSERY Stock forstandard pure bred Poultry. For information and PricE List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ils. GRAVES’ INCUBATOR can be seen in working order at 26 N. Market Street, Boston, Mass. Send for Circulars. JACOB GRAVES, WwW. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensvile, Pa., Breeder of Light ‘and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains. Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. GAME FOWLS! GAME FOWLS!!—Send for Price List to J. A. BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. “THE POULTRY RECORD.” An ILLUSTRATED MONTHLY MaGAziINnE, edited by C. W. Heaton, Farmington, Ill. One Dollar per year ; single copies, Ten cents. THE POUL- TRY RECORD contains each month fine Illustrations of the popular breeds of fowls; also, plans of houses, yards, and necessary appliances, with con- tributions relating to all branches of the business of poultry-raising, from writers of experience and ability. The low price at which it is offered should induce you to subscribe for it at once. It has the unqualified in- - dorsement of the leading Breeders and Fanciers of the country, and also of Farmers and Market Poultrymen who raise fowls for profit alone. Send for a copy before subscribing for any other paper. Address “PouLtRy REcoRD,” Farmington, Ils. ‘ N ME Displayed in large type, with list of Y OU R I A fowls kept, inserted in Poultry Breeder’s Directory for fifty cents, to be issued about January Ist, 1874. Price, 25c., post-paid. H.S. BINGHHAM, Sparta, Wis. FOR SALE.—Two trios Dark Brahmas, $13 each; one trio Light Brahmas, $12; one pair Buff Cochins, $8; one trio White Faced Black Spanish, $9; also, three Buff Cochin Cockerels, from imported and first- premium stock, price, $4 each. The above are all first-class stock and warranted to give satisfaction. For particulars, address H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y. FOR SALE. 4 Hens and 1 Cock, Dark Brahmas, Williams & Warner’s Stock. 12 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Cochins, Philander Williams’ Stock 10 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Black Cochins. 8 1 trio Light Brahmas........ 6 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Leghorns, 0. A. Pitkin’s Stock.. BS Address THOMAS PARKER, Johnstown, N. Y. TEN CHOICE DARK BRAHMA HENS (some of them imported), for sale cheap to close out this variety. Address > A. M. HALSTED. Box 23, Rye, N.Y. BRONZE TURKEYS.—Hatch of 1873. $10 per pair. Adult birds at special rates. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, AHeghany Co., Pa. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARD AND RABBITRY.— Brown Leghorns, Crevecoeurs, and Silkies, as choice stock as can be found in.America. PIGEONS—Antwerps from the best lofts in Belgium. Fan- tails, Turbits, Magpies, and Jacobines. RABBITS—Seven different varie- ties. The largest and finest collection in America. Send stamp for cir- cular. A.M. HALSTED, Box 23, Rye, New York. GOLDEN-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—0One trio of very fine birds forsale. Imported the past summer from the yards of Henry Beldon, Yorkshire, England. They are well matched and in fine condition for showing. Price $30. Address JOHN YEUDALL, 2416 Spring Garden St., Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. Also, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. FOR SALE.—We have for sale, to close out stock, three trios, Dusty Miller Games, $15.00; two trios, B. Breasted Red Games, $12.00. 3 Address, with stamp, G. W. WARNE & CO., 1211 Armstrong Avenue, St. Louis, Mo. FOR SALE, CHEAP.—One trio of B. B. Red Games; one pair of Houdans, very fine. Address CHAS. V. FOWLES, Ithaca, N. Y. BARB PIGEONS. —I have for sale, to reduce stock, some promis- ing young Barbs, out of imported and home-bred stock. Also, a few other varieties. Address, with stamp. J.B. TOWN, 371 Gay St., Baltimore, Md. $2 FOR 13 EGGS ! from premium strains of Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White and Dominique Leghorns, Bantams, and Ducks. Best stock in the country ! SEND YOUR ORDER EARLY, accompanied with cash, to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Send for Circular and price of Fowls. EGGS FOR HATCHING. BERKSHIRE PIGS. SOUTH- DOWN SHEEP. ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR. SEND STAMP. A. H. HOWARD, Omro, Wis. POUTERS, 30 PAIRS FOR SALE.—Three pairs, at $4 per pair. Two pairs, at $5 per pair. Four pairs, at $6 per pair. Five pairs, at $8 per pair. Thirteen pairs, at $10 per pair. Three pairs, at $12 per pair. - FANTAILS FOR SALE.—Thirteen pairs, at $4 to $10 per pair: very pretty birds. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. 100 TUMBLER PIGEONS FOR SALE.—£very bird war- ranted to tumble. Black and Mottled a specialty. Address H. BOWERS, 123 Philip St., Albany, N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 111 EGGS FOR SALE.—I am now booking orders for Eggs, delivered any time after February 15th, from my first-prize pedigree stock of Light Brahmas (Cock Recherche, mated with P. Williams’ and Felch Hens), at $6 per dozen. Dominique Eggs, $3 per dozen. Black African Bantam Eggs, $2 per dozen. Aylesbury Duck Eggs, $6 per dozen. All of which are first-class first Prize Stock. Eggs packed with care in patent boxes. Two fine Aylesbury Drakes for sale, direct from imported stock. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. A. P. GROVES, 34 SOUTH DELAWARE AVENUE, Philadelphia, Pa., Breeder of Buff, and Partridge Cochins, Dark Brahmas, and Hou- dans. Satisfaction guaranteed. GAME FOWLS, of all varieties, carefully bred in feather, station, and weight, all of which are bred from well-tested fowls. I have selected my stock from the most noted and reliable breeders in the country, who have not only bred forthe show-pen, but with a cock-pit point of view, who seek for purity of blood, bone, and muscle, which is all that consti- tutes a genuine Game. And, as for color of plumage, or marks for the show room, I can produce fowl equal to any in this, or foreign countries, and having supplied the leading cock-pits for a number of years with my strains of Games, there has not been one reported as showing the white feather, orin other words, to run. Andas Iam not engaged in any other business than breeding of Game Fowls, I make my prices low so as to effect quick sales, while others who breed for pleasure ask enormons prices, caring little as to whether they effect a sale. For Price List, address JOHN ARCHER, Box 43, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill County, Pa. FOR SALE.—Two Houdan Cocks, one Houdan Hen, one trio Black Cochins. Also, the finest pair of White Crested Black Polands in the country; have taken first premium wherever exhibited. Also, one pair fine B. B. Red Game Bantams. Address LOCK BOX 30, Providence, R. I. MADAME DE LINAS’ LIGHTNING VERMIN ERADICATOR. It is the best, safest, and quickest, and only sure destroyer of Fleas and Lice on Fowls, Dogs, Cattle, Horses, &e. Also, sure death to Moths in Fur. Sample boxes mailed, 50 cents. Agents wanted. HENRY C. CARTIER & CO., Manufacturing Agents for U.S., 720 Broadway, N.Y. HORACE K. OSBORN, BREEDER OF CHOICE POULTRY. SILVER SPANGLED HAMBURGS A SPECIALTY. No Circulars; write for what is wanted. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cambridgeport, Mass. HOUDANS AND LIGHT BRAHMAS.—A pair of Pedigree Houdans, $10. Also, Light Brahmas, and Houdans, Pure Stock of 1873, $4 per pair. State where you saw this. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa. _EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size, Steel Engravings, Hand-Colored, Fine, and very rare. One full set of Six Pictures, consisting of Black Carrier, Blue Pied Pouter, Almond Tumbler, Black Mottled Tumbler, Trumpeter, and Yellow Jacobine. Price, full set, $10. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engrav- ings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. Address TEGETMEIR ON PIGEONS.—Two copies for sale at less than cost, in pamphlet form. Address W.W. BILLINGS, New London, Conn. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—A few pairs or trios of good Birds, at low figures. Address JAMES FISK, Care of 39 N. Ninth St., Philada, Pa. INSIDE TUMBLERS. INSIDE TUMBLERS. INSIDE TUM- BLERS.—After an experience of fifteen years with these beautiful little birds, I can say without hesitation, that they are my choice of the dove cote Utceratep Fret or Birps.—In your Journal of November 38d (page 362) I observe a question about a Bull- finch’s feet being swollen, and Mr. Blakston says it arises from the cage, &c., not being kept clean. Now, this cannot be, as I kneweseveral kept in a room, afflicted with bad feet. I have observed that Bullfinches seem more subject to this complaint than other birds, but I have known Canaries affected with it. It comes on with a sort of swelling, and goes on, if not stopped, till the foot suppurates, and off drop the.claws, and sometimes the foot. I found outa cure for it in one-fourth of the solution of chloride of soda,-and three parts of boiled rain-water with just the chill off, put intoa little galleypot, and the bird’s feet put in twice or thrice a day. The same water will do for a day or so, but it must be kept corked up, as this solution is a solution of soda im- pregnated with chlorine gas, and not as many of the chem- ists will tell you, common salt. I have known this cure birds after one or two of the claws have dropped off, and it may be of use to many of your readers.—A. Y., in Journal of Horticulture. geg> A BEE RAISER in New England is said to have pat- ented an invention for the protection of bees from the attacks of the honey-moth, which enters the hives at night and rifles the stores. The idea arose out of his familiarity with the daily routine, not of bees only, but of hens. Hens, he observed, retire to rest early ; bees seek repose earlier still ; no sooner are they sunk in slumber than the moth steals into their abode and devours the produce of their toil. He has now built a stand of hives with a hen house above it. The bees first betake themselves to their dwelling and set- tle themselves for the night. The hens then come home to roost on their perch, and, as they take their place upon it, their weight sets some simple mechanism to work, which at once shuts down the doors of all the hives. When the day dawns, hewever, the hens leave their roost, and the removal of their weight from the perch raises the hive doors and gives egress to the bees in time for their morning’s work. 120 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosepH M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. ay ffecesg OURNAL AND 4 yOULTRY GGacuance, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 89 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. POT PA UTM seeeeerestenctenecccsthcaeen sosneatnacesensunstscnecesaee $2 50 Six Copies, one year,. 12 00 Specimen Copies, by mail,...........---..-- 10 ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subjects interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid...........-..0+4 $1 20, displayed............ 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, cs 1 page, 216 lines, SO]IG............--seeee 21 60, + Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. We have received from the publisher, Wm. P. Atkinson, Erie, Pa., an elegantly printed descriptive catalogue, hand- somely illustrated with eighteen cuts, representing the best breeds. Great care and pains have evidently been taken in presenting to the public this really elegant and useful work on poultry. The descriptions are taken from the new Amer- ican standard, as revised at the late Buffalo convention, and may be relied upon as being correct in every particular. The size of the page is a large octavo, and is printed on toned paper. The mechanical execution is excellent, the illustrations and letter-press being very clear, and an illumi- nated cover adds considerably to its appearance; but the subject matter is really of the most importance, containing —besides the descriptions and illustrations alluded to—valu- able hints relative to the care of poultry, together with a list of many of the diseases of fowl and their remedies. It is a work which we can cordially recommend to all breeders of poultry. Sent postpaid on receipt of fifteen cents. See advertisement. FOWLS FOR FARMERS. Farmers have their fancies like the rest of us, but they have an eye at the same time to the profits which an enter- prise will yield them. There are, probably, few ardent fan- ciers, who breed fowls for pleasure alone, that would care to show up the profit and loss account. Fanciers in general make pleasure and a love for the beautiful the first elements in the breeding of pets, but with farmers this is not the case. The first question is, Wzll it pay? and the second, In what respect is your fancy stock any better than our common dung- hill fowls 2 To answer intelligently the question, What stock of fowls ° is best for the farmer? we have first to take note of the fact that the farmer’s treatment of stock and the fancier’s treat- ment are two vastly different things. Your fancier looks out for beauty, and takes but little account of expense of feed; but the farmer has the same problem to solve here that he has in the feeding of sheep or cattle: How much marketable meat, or butter, or eggs, will every bushel of corn produce? If less than the value of the corn, then he argues it is useless and unwise to keep stock. But if, on the other hand, the beef, and butter, and eggs will yield more revenue than the corn, besides paying for the extra labor and attention to stock, then keeping and feeding stock for market purposes is the best. That fowls do pay, we believe no man that ever tried the experiment doubts. On an average every hen on the farm, with ordinary attention, will yield an annual profit of one doliar at least. This is true of almost any good ordinary breed of fowls ; with better breeds, and better attention, the profit will be greater, of course. Farmers’s fowls in general receive but little care and at- tention except during the winter, and even then only in the matter of feed. It would be safe to say that not more than one farmer in ten ever seems to think of feeding his fowls in summer; they are expected to find their own: living. This, of course, is not true of those living near our large cities, where the matter of poultry breeding forms one of the industries of the farmer, but it is true of the rural dis- tricts. Not only is this true, but it is true, too, that the fowls have no permanent roosting-place—sometimes in the wagon-shed, sometimes over the pig-sty, but oftener on the trees and fences. Our Asiatics are valuable, but with care like this where are the Asiatics that would thrive? I ama warm admirer of Brahmas and Cochins, but with the kind of care here in- dicated—and it is the care which most farmers give—I would not advise any farmer to try these. Light Brahmas —among the most valuable—might get through, but it would be a battle for life and existence. farmer itself. among The average wants a fowl that will in a great degree support There are many, of course, that will do this, and the best are the Hamburgs and Leghorns. Of the former I cannot speak from experience, but I know, from the experience of others, that they are excellent. I find the Leghorns extra good; and among the best of them’ for the farmer is the Brown Leghorn, particularly where foxes are numerous. White Leghorns, in foxy districts, are too con- Only one objection can be urged on behalf of the © farmer against the Leghorns, and that is want of size; but, as egg producers, they are hard to beat. Think of taking to market from twelve to eighteen dozen of eggs every year from each hen on your farm—say an average of fifteen dozen, at thirty cents a dozen—and tell us poultry does not pay. Your wife knows better than that. One more variety, which we cannot now refrain from naming as being an excellent farmer’s fowl, is the Plymouth Rock. The chicks are easily reared. The fowls are good self-supporters and good in size, ranging from fourteen to spicuous. |eighteen pounds to the pair; sometimes going beyond this. — They are active, have a nice yellow skin, lay good-sized eggs and plenty of them, and, in fact, have more good points and fewer objections, from the farmer’s point of view, than any other breed we know of. But, more on this subject at another time. A. N. Ravs. Lock HAVEN, Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 121 Gorvespoudence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Epiror Fanciers’ JOURNAL. Dear Str: I read with interest Mr. I. K. Felch’s article on the Light Brahma Standard, in No. 2 of the Journal, but I beg leave to differ with him on one or two points at least. Hesays: ‘‘If the Standard is revised or altered at all, I suggest that in the department I refer to especially, size should read weight, and that five points be taken off and added to legs and feathering thereof, excepting the feathering of the middle toe, to which I most emphatically object.”’ Now, Mr. Editor, as a Light Brahma fancier, I most emphatically object to the substitution of the word weight for size, simply for this reason: the exhibitor whose fowls are gorged and fatted so as to attain the greatest weight, must, of necessity, receive the highest award. For ex- ample: A and B are two rival breeders, their fowls being nearly equal. .A, being desirous of preserving the vigor and stamina of his stock, pursues a judicious course of feed- ing. B, on the other hand, does not care for his fowls, but is bound to have the premium, cost what it will, stuffs and gorges his birds, so as to make them weigh more than A’s, to their utter ruin, and bears off the palm. With regard to leg-feathering, I say, let the Light Brahmas be heavily feathered on the outside and middle toes; and I insist they can be so bred without vulture-locks, to which I object as strongly as Mr. Felch does. Profuse leg and toe-feathering, I think, is one of the chief beauties of the Light Brahma; and I see no reason why they should not have it, as well as the Dark Brahmas, Buff Cochins, or any of their Asiatic brethren. If five points extra are given to legs and feathering thereof, give it to the bird with feathers on its middle toes, be it hen or cock. In his description of the body, Mr. Felch says: ‘‘ Body round, carrying the breast well forward.’’ Now, as far as carrying the breast is concerned, I agree with him; but about the body being round, I do not. For example: on page 69, chapter iii, of The Brahma Fowl, Wright says: ‘The breast-bone or keel should be deep and well down be- tween the thighs.’’ This would give the bird a broad and deep appearance. I think it should read, ‘‘ Body wide and deep.’’ This, I think, is the true shape of a Brahma,which every true fancier of Light Brahmas will insist on main- taining. Hoping that Mr. Felch will not be offended at me for thus criticizing his article, I am Your obedient servant, W. E. Flower. SHOEMAKERTOWN, December 30, 1873. — (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WADE: I have to thank you for the two first numbers of your ex- cellent Journal, and take pleasure in contributing my mite towards its support. Dr. Morgan’s articles are of the right strain, and well calculated to encourage the amateur fancier; and the photo- lithographs of Mr. Chandler will doubtless prove as attrac- tive to the columns of the Jowrnal as have the illustrations of Nast to Harper’s Weekly. I am pleased to see such a variety of articles from dif- ferent pens. This is as it should be. Fanciers must con- tribute brains, as well as money, in order to make the Jou7- nal a success ; and an exchange of experiences and ideas are highly conducive to the healthy action of the former. I have been thinking of Allen Carter’s article upon Rumpless Fowls, and hope they will not be noticed in the American Standard. A few weeks since I had a pair of rumpless Light Brahmas, and consequently a chance to propagate a new variety, but sensibly concluded to do no such thing; so I killed the cock, and, upon examination, found the os coccygens entirely wanting, and in its place had grown a fibrous tumor the size of a chestnut, which, I presume, in this case, had something to do with the non- development of the terminal bones of the vertebral column. Now, either some such pathological occurrence has pre- sented in the progenitors of all rumpless fowl, or it has resulted from the same cause as hare-lip, cleft-palate, or bifid spine in human beings, namely, an insufficiency of vital power in procreation, or a lack of vital power in the embryo or mother to develop it into a perfect being. Why, then, should we seek to fix this worthless characteristic upon any variety? for it will be but a sub-variety at best. Certainly not for its beauty, nor utility. My opinion is that we had better cultivate the valuable traits we have in so many of our present breeds, and of which we have variety enough, even for a person of vitiated taste. Yours respectfully, EK. W. Goopwin, M.D. Moro, Mapison Co., Iuu., February 5, 1874. ee (For Fanciers’ Journal.) JosrEpH M. Wank, Esq. Dear Str: Can you, through the Journal, give a novice some information? My hens have lately shown signs of distress in a peculiar way—new at least to me. I first noticed a favorite Leghorn Hen on the perch in the morn- ing, staggering along, occasionally kicking backward, pre- cisely as if there was an invisible string holding the foot. After taking her off the perch, I found her ready to eat and drink, but could not walk three steps without sitting down ; she, however, laid her usual egg during the day, and now seems all right again. Since, several of my pullets have been affected the same way. None of the cocks have suf- fered. What can it be? H. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) EAR-LOBES OF WHITE LEGHORNS. Mr. Eprror: I have not heard whether any change was made at the Buffalo Convention to revise the ‘‘Standard of Excellence ”’ in respect to White Leghorn fowls, and I do not know that any special change was necessary, except that it should be decided, one way or the other, whether a white ear-lobe is to be the standard, or a cream or straw-color. I breed both kinds, and find invariably that those with the cream- colored lobes are the hardiest. I think it is noticeable in our exhibitions that those with pure white lobes are most liable to disease. Mr. I. K. Felch, well known to the poultry fraternity, and who bred White Leghorns for fifteen years, in an article to the Poultry World, Vol. II, No. 10, says: ‘But when we go back and claim that the pure white ear-lobe is heredi- tary, I do know, and here affirm, that the ear-lobes of the 122 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. earlier birds were of a c7eamy white; so much so as to be almost, if not quite, straw color.” Again, in No. 11, same volume of World, J. B. Smith, a noted Leghorn breeder, says: ‘‘I believe the standard on the ear-lobe should be changed, and instead of reading ‘pure opaque white,’ it should read ‘pure white or straw- color ;’ for some of the best specimens I have ever seen had straw-colored ear-lobes. They were common, years ago.”’ But I differ with Mr. Smith. I think the standard should be either the one thing or the other. Instead of ‘pure opaque white,’’ I would/substitute ‘ pale straw-color.” The editor of the World says, in same number referred to: ‘‘ White ear-lobes upon White Leghorns are not as beau- tiful or as novel as cream-colored ones, and they are at war with the yellow skin and legs. It was a mistake that cream or straw-color was not adopted as standard in the first place.” If the standard, as now revised, allows both white and straw-colored lobes, I hope it will be considered a disquali- fication where the ear-lobes do not match in the pen. In the late Pennsylvania Show, the cock in the first pre- mium coop of White Leghorns had straw-colored lobes, and the hen in the same had pure white lobes. I would like to hear the opinion of other Leghorn breeders on this subject. A. R. TATNaLt. WILMINGTON, DEL. eo fia Amona the very rarest novelties exhibited in the Boulevard Fair, is the ‘elephant rat,’’ alleged to be alive. The science of medicine has of late established the possibility of transplanting flesh from one part of the body to replace it in another; even bone has taken root. An admirer of nature had the bright idea suggested commercially by the numerous phenomena at present exhibited in the city and reaping a golden harvest, to engraft a portion of a rat’s tail on a rat’s nose, the thick end uppermost. Darwin never dreamed of such an intermediary race. The exhibitor suc- ceeded in twenty grafts, the process being effected in the course ofamonth. The fact is asserted as true, and though I specially visited the part of the Boulevard where the dar- lings were to be seen, they were invisible, but persons affirmed their existence was true. In addition, there are exhibited, not only gambling birds that will find a required card in a pack, but “ table turners ”’ of an unexpected kind, consisting of birds which will upset tables and chairs in a tiny drawing-room. pa@s> Tue Rogsrn.—A Robin came in the severity of the winter to the window of a pious countryman, as if he would like to come in. The countryman opened his window and kindly took the confiding little creature into his dwelling, and it picked up the crumbs and scraps which fell from his table. The children of the countryman were very much attached to the bird, but when spring reappeared in the country, and the leaves put forth, the countryman opened his window, and the little guest flew into the neighboring woods and built its nest and sung its cheerful song. Behold, when winter returned, the robin came again into the countryman’s house, bringing with him his mate. The countryman and his children were very glad when they saw how trustingly the bright eyes of both the little creatures looked about, and the children said: ‘‘The bird slook at us as if they would like to say something!” Their father answered: ‘If they could speak they would say, ‘friendly confidence awakens confidence, and love be- gets a return of love!’’’ YOUNG FISH-HAWKS. Tue young Fish-Hawks are the funniest things you ever saw, awkward and mis-shaped and yet with such a wise, dignified expression! JI watched for several hours a couple learning to fly. They sat balanced uneasily on the edge of the nest, solemn and grave as judges, and looked as if they had come out of the shell knowing everything. The old birds were coaxing, and going through various exercises, which, I suppose, were the first principles of flying, and the young ones tilted about and rolled over, and finally got fastened between the sharp branches of the tree. The mother and father fussed and scolded, “ Bill-ee, Bill-ee, Stu-pid-i-ty.”” The young are very slow in learning to fly ; and I have heard that they often linger in the nest long after they are well able to help themselves, to be fed and waited upon, till driven away by the parents, who beat them out with their wings and pick them with their sharp beaks. I don’t like to think this, but it may be so, for one day we found a young bird drooping on the fence. He allowed us to come very close to him, and we discovered that his wing was broken. Tt was not shot, so he must have fallen in his effort to fly. No birds were near him; he had evidently been deserted. He looked for- lorn and pitiful, so we took him home and put him in the wagon-house. The children were very attentive to him; they cut up fish for him—pounds of it—and tried to amuse him as if he were a lamed child. But it was of no use; he drooped still more and then died, and was buried with mar- tial noise and pomp. He would not have been a successful pet, for these birds have a lonely, isolated nature. They seem to have bred in them the wild, untamable spirit of the wind and wave, and if deprived of their free, soaring flight, and their sportings in air and water, they will languish and die.—St. Nicholas. — ANECDOTE OF LANDSEER. Ir is now some twenty years ago that a large party were assembled at one of the ducal ancestral homes of England, and among the guests expected was Sir Edwin. During the day the question turned upon which was the handsomest of two dogs—one, a King Charles spaniel, called Dash, belong- ing to the lady of the mansion, and a terrier, the property of a gallant officer in the navy, now an admiral. After describing the merits of the two dogs, an Englishman’s argument—a wager—was resorted to: the Duchess, if the winner, to receive a certain number of Houbigant’s best gloves from Paris; the Captain to receive a beautiful hunt- waistcoat of buff sill, ornamented with gold frogs, should his terrier (Tyke) carry off the prize. An understanding was then come to that Landseer should be the judge, but that not a hint or remark was to be given or made to him. For an hour before dinner, and during the entire evening, Dash was moving about the room or stretching himself upon the rug before a blazing fire. Next morning, a visit to the stable was made by all the guests, headed by the host and hostess. While admiring one of the Duke’s hunters, “ Tyke’? made his appearance. ‘‘ What a beauty!” said Sir Edwin. The Captain gave a look at the hostess, who immediately replied, ‘‘ Fairly won; and within a week he appeared at table in the hunt-waistcoat. During the visit a sketch was made of Tyke, who afterward appeared as ‘‘ Im- pudence”’ in that splendid work of art, “‘ Dignity and Im- pudence.”’ Fifteen years elapsed, when one day the Captain FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 123 found himself in a railway carriage, bound for Chatham, to join his ship, when who should enter the compartment but Landseer. For some time he looked at the gallant sailor, and appeared anxious and perplexed; at last, as if in despair in not remembering the name of his companion, he blurted out, Tyke.’? A recognition followed, and a talk about old times whiled away the time until they reached Chatham, where they parted. Poor Tyke met with a sad end: he was bitten by a mad dog and destroyed.—Land and Water. —— CAT vs, RABBIT. A LITTLE old man in blouse and felt hat, says a Paris letter writer, was pointed out to me by the policeman as one who, in addition to rag picking, deals in questionable rab- bits. He is known as the Pere Jacques, and is regarded as a person of some importance in the rag fraternity. I ap- proach Pere Jacques and engage him in conversation. He has become expansive over his wine, and makes indiscreet revelations touching the rabbit business. ‘Twenty years ago he skinned and dressed his rabbits, and people bought them without asking any questions. That was the bon temps, and if it had continued he would be to-day a man of indepen- dent fortune. But the journals and inquisitive people got to talking so much about cats in connection with rabbits that a long season of dullness followed as a consequence. The newspapers went so far as to figure up how many rab- bits were brought into Paris each year, and how many were consumed, and they made it out that twice as many were consumed as were brought in. He felt for a time as if the business was ruined, for thereafter the rabbit purchasers de- manded the head of the rabbit as a guarantee of the genu- ineness of the animal. But he was equal to the emergency. He gave an extension to his commerce by making an ar- rangement with all the cooks on his rag beat to buy their rabbit skins on condition that the heads should be. delivered with them. Thereafter he was enabled to fnrnish to skepti- cal buyers the rabbit head with the dressed cat, and every- body was satisfied. He-sold the animals to the small out-of- the-way restaurants, as a rule, where they were made into gibeolottes. The cat entire yielded him one franc, and they to whom he sold the flesh usually got about two and a half francs out of the animal when turned into gibeolottes. The business was fair, but there was more competition—espec- ially since the Commune, under which some people had learned to eat the cat with pleasure, knowing him to be cat. Tue Brack Martin.—The writer in Our Dumb Animals says:—‘‘ We often wondered, when reading the history of birds, why so little is said about the black martin, the most beautiful, and most interesting of the swallow family. We would like to ask for information in relation to providing houses for them—how they should be built, and how many rooms in one house. If others were like us in their love of birds, there would be few birds killed, and much more at- tention would be given to the building of houses, and in many ether ways providing comfortable places where they can build their nests and rear their young. ‘Two years ago we erected a martin-house, with five rooms, on a cedar pole twenty-five feet high, in the yard, near the house, for the accommodation of any birds that might choose to occupy it. Bluebirds were the first to take possession, and were not dis- turbed in their new home that year. Last year the blue- birds came again, but had been there but a few days when four pairs of black martins put in an appearance, and re- mained several days. They examined every martin-house in the village, but finally made war on our poor bluebirds, drove them off, and took possession, remaining till about the last of August, and taking with them quite a large family. Last spring one pair of common swallows occupied one room in the house, and in a few days six pairs of black martins arrived, and wished to take possession of their home of last year. But the swallows were not to be driven off, and they” held possession of the tenement they had taken, leaving but four tenements for the martins ; consequently but four pairs remained. In due time our house was filled with martins ; and they attracted the attention of the whole community by their music, which could be heard for half a mile, from morning until night. Other parties in the village erected large, elegant martin-houses; but no birds came. Next season, probably, the whole flock will be back; and we want to provide the best accommodations for them, that they may all stay with us; so we write for the above information. We have many different kinds of birds about our premises, and do not allow any one to frighten them ; and they are always very tame. They are so musical that we want to do all we can to encourage them to Stay with us. Our home, without the company and music of birds in summer, would be a lonely, unpleasant home, indeed.” pas AN eccentric cow in St. Paul, having a wish for something better than the cold, bure barn, cautiously stole up the front stoop and stairs of a dwelling-house and sur- prised its mistress by poking a pair of horns through the gecond floor front door. The lady with the characteristic presence of mind of her sex, attempted to drive the now belligerent foe out with the broomstick. Failing in this, she called in the ‘tyrant’? man, who disposed of the cow, and a great part of the furniture, stair-carpet and matting, not to mention suffering a few broken fingers and a scraped nose. This excursion of ‘‘ Bessy ’’ to the boudoir of its mis- tress cost the family a little less than ‘‘ Bessy’? was worth. But the children think more of her now than ever. THE ESSEX COUNTY (MASS.) POULTRY ASSOCIATION Has been organized by the choice of the following offi- cers: President—George B. Loring, Salem. Vice-Presidents—Hon. William Sutton, Peabody; Fran- cis H. Appleton, West Peabody; George W. Boynton, Georgetown; Francis Dane, Hamilton; George R. Harris, Salem. Corresponding Secretary—N. B. Perkins, Jr., Salem. Recording Secretary—C. A. Beckford, Salem. Treasurer—H. B. Griffin, Salem. Executive Committee—Aaron Low, Essex; Mark Pit- man, North Beverly; Ira J. Patch, Lynn; John Swiner- ton, Danvers; John ©. Ropes, Salem; William B. Atkin- son, Newburyport; Bennett Griffin, Gloucester; H. G. Herrick, Lawrence ; Winsor M. Ward, Peabody ; Solomon Cummings, Rowley; A. L. Dorr, Haverhill; T. O. Ward- well, North Andover.. S The Association proposes to hold an Exhibition at an early day, at some conyenient point in the county. 124 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. New York, February 16, 1874. Mr. Wapk, Editor of ‘‘ Fancier’s Journal.” ; Dear Srr: Please to say in your paper that the forth- coming Exhibition of the “National Columbarian Society” will open at Republican Hall, corner of Broadway and Twenty-Third Street, New York, on the 21st day of Febru- ary, and close on the 29th of the same month. A. B. Estes, Secretary. Gxclange Colne. AG ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINEs, OR FortTY- E1cHTr WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. TELESCOPE—ASTRONOMICAL AND TERRESTRIAL; a splen- did imported instrument, on brass tripod and claws; extra lenses for night and eclipse, in box with lock and key. Will show the moon as seen in Scientific American, Feb. 7th. Exchange for Exhibition Poultry. Dr. MUNROE, Newark, N. York. RACING JOCKEY JACKET AND CAP, new, cost £5.5 in England. Maroon Satin body, Green Satin sleeves—cap same; fit man or boy. Exchange for Partridge Cochin Pullets; must be first-class. Address W. C. MUNROE, Newark, N. York. DARK BRAHMAS and PARTRIDGE COCHINS.— Will exchange for White Polish, or Leghorns. G. M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass. ENGRAVINGS.—Two splendid lithographs of the ‘‘ Fox too Clever by half,’ and “Canght at Last,” 24x30 in. Also, “ Death of the Fox,” artist’s proofs imported, 22x 28; will exchange for good poultry fit for competition. Address Dr. MUNROE, Newark, N. York. DARK BRAHMAS to EXCHANGE for PARTRIDGE COCHINS. Address C. L. CROSBY, Box 288, Erie, Pa. INDIAN DELHI SCARF SHAWL.—A magnificent specimen of this wonderfully embroidered work, purchased in Calcutta, 6ft.x 2ft. cost 50 guineas; will exchange for first-class poultry, fit for exhibition. Address Dr. MUNROE, Newark, N. York. INCUBATOR WANTED.—(Second-hand), one that has worked successfully. Parties having one for sale or EXCHANGE, address W. G. BAKER, Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. TWO DARK BRAHMA COCKS, and 16 very fine HENS and PULLETS, of P. Williams and J. Y. Bicknell’s Strains; will exchange for Partridge Cochins, as I desire to make Partridge Cochins a specialty. C. L. CROSBY, Erie, Pa. POULTRY SHOWS. Wisconsin State Poultry Association, Milwaukee, Wis., February 17, 18, 19, and 20. Rhode Island Poultry and Columbarian Society, Provi- dence, R. I., March 4, 5, and 6. W. L. Toby, Secretary, Valley Falls, R. I. National Columbarian Society, New York City, Febru- ary, 1874. A. B. Estes, Secretary, 14 Murray Street, N.Y. Entree closes February 21st. STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 43- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “ea AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. NOW IN PRESS. Price, $1.00. READY SOON. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. ‘rR[NoITD 1oy duvys pues BULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE LEGHORNS, 5 pullets. 414 months old, very nice; will exchange for ROUEN DUCKS, or SILVEB DUCK-WING GAME BAN- TAMS, or GOLDEN SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, or DARK BRAHMAS. SAMUEL HASTINGS, Amherst, Mass. WANTED.—To Exchange a pair of Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs, or Ginger Red Games of improved Stock, for a pair of pure bred Golden- Spangled Hamburg Pullets. .M. FIROR, Duffields, West Virginia. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange for Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash. Address E. R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. CHOICE POULTRY (of nearly all the leading varieties), will be exchanged for first-class FANCY PIGEONS—Tumblers, Pouters, and Carriers especially desired. Send description of stock to C. W. BOYCE, Albion, Mich. Or Brown Leghorn Cockerels will be exchanged for Pul- lets. Stock is first-class, whife ear-lobes. Pullets must be the same. WANTED.—A LIGHT BRAHMA COCK (pea comb), in exchange for a W. F. B. SPANISH COCK, that took the first premium at Federals- burg Fair of Four Counties. Please give weight. Address JNO. RUMBOLD, Fowling Creek, Maryland. « BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 89 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. WANTED, in exchange for Black-Breasted Red Games, Houdans, Fancy Pigeons, or Black-Breasted Red Game Bantams, &c., ONE PAIR OF BROWN LEGHORN FOWLS._ Address A. K. MARTIN, P O. Box 1584, Binghamton, N. Y. Ee CHOICE POULTRY AND FANCY PIGEONS. I have an immense stock of the above, which I will exchange for GENERAL MERCHANDISE, at fair prices, Address, with stamp, EDWIN W. SQUIRE, Johnstown, N, Y. ‘aasolo Lsar ‘MOHS OTVAANT THE LV ‘SNUOHDAT NMOUA NO TVIONdS Pur pg ‘Ps “ST 400} T res Z 2 aa — KINNEY BROWN PRINCE ‘Sst ‘10380010 ‘AANNIM ‘fA Cc. S. STARR, 882 Elk Street, Buffalo, N. Y.. Breeder of Light Brahmas (Felch and Autocrat Strains), Partridge Cochins, and Brown Leghorns, carefully selected from the best strains in the country. Black B. R. Game Bantams from Crosby’s first premium stock. Can spare afew eggs from the above varieties, from same pens I breed from for myself, at $5 per setting of 13, carefully packed and delivered to Express Co, All cash orders promptly filled in rotation, or money returned. Two trios Partridge Cochin Chickens for sale, large fine birds; price, $15 per trio. Address as above, Lock Box, No. 241. E. A. WENDELL, OF ALBANY, N. Y¥., RECEIVED 111 PREMIUMS ar THREE FAIRS, last Fall, 1873. New York State Fair, held in this city, 26 first premiums, 14 second do. Western New York, at Rochester, 24 first premiums, 14 second premiums. Schenectady (County), 26 first premiums, 7 second premiums. White-Face Black Spanish, White Leghorns, per trio.. «---12 to $15 White, Buff, and Partridge Cochins, per trio 15 Light and Dark Brahmas, per trio 15 White, and Grey Dorkings, per trio... : 15 Black, Red, and Brown-Red Game, br: rv the pit, per trio. 15 Houdans, Dominiques, and Silver Hamburgs, per trio . 12 to 15 Black Red-Game, Grey Game, Gold-Lace, Nankin, a e ' Java Bantams, per trio -.. 8to 15 Bronze Turkeys, Aylesbury and Rouen Duc ..-- 10 to 25 Fancy Rabbits, or Guinea Pigs, $3 per pair, 2 pair 9). = Fifty varieties of choice mated PIGEONS, $3 to $10 per pair. Pure bred fresh Eggs for hatching (except Turkeys), $4 per dozen, 2dozen $7: 5 dozen $15; Turkey Eggs, $6 per dozen; 2 doz. $10, carefully packed. 6 varieties of DOGS, at reasonable prices. Birds, Cages, Wire for Coops, Fountains, &c. Orders by mail promptly shipped. E. A. WENDELL, 93 State St., Albany, N. Y. Send $1 for the plan of my Poultry House for six varieties, the cheapest, handiest, healthiest, and handsomest house ever built. Excelsior Poultry Yard in the Washington Park, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 125 PREMI OM. I offer to the person who first peo ° 120 new subscriptions to the “POULTRY WORLD,” 2 DARK BRAHMA HEN, valued at $40, anda DARK BRAHMA PULLET, valucd at $25. The names of subscribers to be forwarded to the publishers of the magazine as fast as procured; each name or list of names to be accompanied by the statement: ‘“ These names are for the Dark Brahma Premium.” The winner of the birds will receive them with the privilege of returning them to me and receiving $65 in cash, instead, if, in his judgment, they are not worth that amount. Competitors are informed that no one has had an opportunity to begin a list of names for this prize, until it appeared in a public advertisement, so that all may have a fair start. W. H. CHURCHMAN, Wilmington, Del. . EGGS may be obtained from the following varieties, for ~ hatching: Dark Brahmas, from imported stock; Light Brah- mas, from William’s and Felch stock; Buff Cochins, from choice fowls, and pure bred White Leghorns. Price, $2 per 13 eggs. Address P. S. WYKOFFP, Turbotville, Northumberland Co., Pa. LOOK FOR CASH !—You can get any leading Journal or Paper, weekly or monthly, at club rates, with choice family groceries at T. D. ADAMS, AGENT. Store between Tenth and Eleventh Streets. Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. Eggs from any named fowl, from $1 to $6 per dozen. FANCY PIGEONS.—JOHN SPEALLER, 1415 N. Fourth St., Phila- delphia, Breeder, Importer, and Dealer in all varieties of Fancy Pigeons. A large lot on hand always. Orders by mail promptly attended to. WHITE POUTERS.—0One pair good blowers, very stylish, well booted on good long legs. Price $40. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. NORTHWESTERN POULTRY JOURNAL. Every poultry breeder or fancier should send ten cents for a specimen copy of this new illustrated 16 page poultry monthly, before subscribing for any other. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Editor Poultry Journal. Pe Minneapolis, Minn. PIGEONS.—Choice imported and premium birds. W. A. BURPEE, 1332 Arch St., Philadelphia. FOR SALE.—Ped. Houdans, 1 Cock, 4 Hens, $25; can prove pedi- gree. Eggs of Light Brahmas, that took premiums, William’s strain, and of Ped. Houdans, $3 per doz., each kind; cash must accompany order. Satisfaction guaranteed. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa. N. GUILBERT, EVERGREEN FARM, GWYNEDD, PA. Importer and Breeder of IMPROVED BLOODED LIVE STOCK, Horses, Cattle, Cotswold, and Southdown Sheep, Chester, Berkshire, and Yorkshire Pigs. Toulouse, Bremen, and Hong Kong Geese, Cayuga, Rouen, Aylesbury, and Musk Ducks, Bronze, and White Turkeys. Dorkings, Brahma, Cochin, Guinea, and all other Fowl, Deer, Wild Geese, Swans, Pea Fowls, &c., Also, EGGS. at low prices. Best breeds of Dogs, Maltese Cats, Rabbits, &c. SOOT A FEW TRIOS or single birds of GOLDEN SPANGLED and GOLDEN and SILVER PENCILED HAMBURGS and eggs for ‘sale by F. TAYLOR, OAKDALE, Delaware Co., Pa. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. Eggs now ready for delivery from very choice stock, at $2.50 per dozen, packed and delivered at the express office. Also a few fowls at reasonable prices. All orders must be accompanied with the cash. Address with stamp I. F. LAMB, 32 HUM- PHREY Street, NEW HAVEN, Conn. WALNUT HILL POULTRY YARD.—All orders received for Eggs from my fine Buff Cochins and Dark Brahmas, at the following price, $3 per dozen. “TI use the Cushion Bottom Packing Box.” Address P. NEATHER, No. 9 West Fifth St., Cincinnati, O. SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—Pairs, trios, or Cock- erels, of my well-known strain, for sale at moderate prices. All of my birds have white ear-lobes, good wing-bars and tails, and their markings are round “moons,” or spangles, not crescents or pencillings. None will be shipped save of my own breeding. WM. R. HILLS, Albany, N. Y. pair. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl t The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir).. The Pigeon Book ss P Poultry needing (Geyelin).. The Poulterers’ Companion ( Domestic Poultry (Saunders). American Bird Fancier...... Rabbit Fancier (Bement).. Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2vls. 6 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, each 5 American Standard of Excellence Bos Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. WING TURBITS.—1 have Red, Yellow, Black, Dun, Blue, and Silver, at $3, $4, $5, #6, $8, $10, $12, $15 per pair. y CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. Te E [E BEST O UT. —A large, handsomely illustrated - Deseriptive Catalogue, containing 18 illustrations of the best breeds, with descriptions from the New American Standard, will be sent postpaid on receipt of 15 cents. The work contains 16 pages (7x10 in. each), and is printed in excellent style, on tinted paper, with an illuminated cover. It also contains many valu- able hints relative to the care of poultry, together with a description of the symptoms of many of the diseases of fowls, and their remedies. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Proprietor Excelsior Poultry Yards, Erie, Pa. STANDARD FOWLS AND CHICKS FOR SALE. BUFF COCHINS. Breeding Stock. Imported. WHITE COCHINS. PARTRIDGE COCHINS. “ if BLACK COCHINS. Selected Stock. DOMINIQUE COCHINS. First Premium Stock. PLYMOUTH ROCK. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. S.S. HAMBURGS. Breeding Stock. Imported. HOUDANS. First Premium Stock. SILVER POLISH. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Breeding Stock. Imported. BROWN rr “ co “ “ “ RED PILE GAME. Breeding Stock. Selected. WHITE GAME. ‘e cf oS GINGER RED GAME. ‘“ B cs BLUE Gs of Very Fine. SPANGLED GAME. ac BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Bantams, Breeding Stock. Im- ported. Cock, 16 ounces; Hens, 1314 ounces. GOLDEN SEABRIGHT. Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Circular and Price List. Address 2 G. W. DICKINSONS, Warren, Ohio. SPECIAL NOTICE.—The Continental Poultry Powder will be on exhibition and for sale at Buffalo Poultry Show. For terms to retail merchants, druggists, and agents, address A. C. HUNSBERGER, Portland, Penna. WANTED.— Golden Spangled Polands. THOMAS PARKER, Palsborough, Gloucester Co., N. J. SEND STAMPS for Price List and description of my GAME FOWLS. Address L. B. RICHARDS, New Castle, West Chester Co., N. Y. WANTED! WHITE POUTER HEN.—Must be first-class. Would exchange some first-class Almond-Bred Tumblers for same, if agree- able. Address F, P. BECKER, 205 N. Noble St., Indianapolis, Ind. FOR SALE.—About 12 Short-Faced Almond-Bred Tumblers, Yel- lows, Reds, and Mottles, all from imported stock, and very fine. Price, from $10 to $20 dollars per pair, or at reduced rates to dealers if all are taken at once. Address F. P. BECKER, 205 N. Noble St., Indianapolis, Ind. ONE GOLDEN-PENCILED HAMBURG COCKEREL, very nice, and a number of Light Brahma Hens (Williams & Felch), extra nice, for sale, or will exchange for BROWN or WHITE LEGHORNS, or G. P. HAMBURGS. Address C.J. TRYON, Batavia, Genesee, N. Y. HELMETS.—Red, black, and yellow at $2 pee pair. They are the prettiest and cheapest of all the fancy stock. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.— One or two good trios at reasonable prices. Address _ = J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE COCHIN COCKERELS and PULLETS.—Berry and William’s cross. Singly, if pairs or trios. GEO. W. WHITE, 83 Main Strect, Buffalo, N. Y. PHIEASANTS.—GoLpEN AND SILVER CHINESE PHEASANTS.—A choice lot just received, in fine condition, which we can sell at the low price of $89 per pair. Carefully boxed to go any distance. LOUIS RUHE, 98 Chatham Street, N. Y. RED JACOBINS.— One pair, $3; three pair, $4; two pair, $5; one pair, $6; one pair, $8. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. Cc. G. SANDFORD, 458 Frienpsuip Srreet, Providence, R. L., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas. [Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per doz. TWELVE S. G. DORKING HENS, $4 each. Address JOHN L, RICE, Rensselaerville, N.Y. FOR SALE.—ELEGANT LITHOGRAPHS OF POULTRY, from Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry. Four lithographs in one frame, rosewood and gilt, price $3.00 each, or $37.50 per lot of thirteen frames, and fifty-two lithographs. EBEN. P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. H. K. PAYNE, Albany, New York, can furnish Light and Dark Brahmas; Butt, White, and Partridge Cochins; B. B. Red, Silver Duck- wing, and Golden Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guarantied. All orders promptly filled, or money refunded. " 126 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. HAMRURGS AND BANTAMS. EGGS from Imported GOLDEN AND SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS, GOLDEN AND SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, $4 PER DOZEN. A few trios Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of G. S Bantams at $8 to 12. FANCY PIGEONS. GEORGE IF. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. From J. B. Smith’s Strains, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. GAME FOWLS.—1 have a variety of GAME FOWLS and BAN- TAMS for sale or to exchange, on Golden Polands, Golden Hamburgs, Silver Hamburgs, Leghorns, and Fancy Pigeons. J. L. BOW, Mahanoy City, Schuylkill County, Pa. FOR SALE VERY LOW, to close out a surplus—s0 fine young Light Brahmas, reliable stock. Also, Houdans, and Gold-Laced, Silver- Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. For particulars, address WANTED.— One pair White Fantails, capped. One pair White Fan- tails, not capped. One pair Black Fantails. One pair Blue or Red Fan- tails. One pair Yellow Fantails. Address, with price per pair, H. A. B., Box 180, N. ¥. Post Office. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS.—From one of the best strains in this country, at $3.50 per setting of 13. “First come, first served.” Address JOS. H. HAMILL, Compton Hill, St. Louis, Mo. CA NA ID frees BRAHMAS, $12 the trio. BLACK SPAN- ISH (Biggar strain), $5 each. Eggs for hatching early in the spring, $4 per dozen. All birds from my yards are from best imported stock, and warranted pure. A. F. BANKS, Drawer 790, Toronto P. O. OAKDALE POULTRY GOODS. At Show of Western Pennsylvania Poultry Society, held at Pittsburgh, Pa., January 6th to 10th, I was awarded the following premiums: 1st and 2d Premium on Dark Brahma Fowls and all the Specials. ‘ “ ist « at (comm Chiclens imme: 2d and 3d o “ Buff Cochin Fowls. 3d fs SEIN «Chicks. 1st oa and Specials on Silver-Spangled Hamburgs. 2d and 3d i on Golden-Pencilled Hamburgs. 3a “ cmGilvey rm « 2d and 3d et “ ‘Houdans. 1st “4 “ Aylesbury Ducks, and Special. 1st and 2d es “ Rouen re et ee Ist ss “ Cayuga 4 Ist ns “ Bremen Geese. 2d et “ Toulouse “ 2d a “ Bronze Turkeys. 2d ff “ White s Society’s Prize Best Collection Dark Brahmas. ef es rt ee Asiatics. Eggs from above varieties at $5 per setting. Good Birds for sale. Three Dark Brahma Cocks, solid black breasts, at $20 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, solid black breasts, well-feathered legs, at from $6 to $15 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, slightly mottled on breast, at from $3 to $5 each. Fine youny Partridge Cochins, very low, to close out this breed. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. ONE BUFF COCHIN COCK and three Pullets (Dodge & Kelly strain), pice $10, and eight Partridge Cochin Cockerels (very fine), at $2.50 each. Also, FERRETS for Sale. Address H. C, NICK, West Millereek, Erie Co., Pa. DOGS FOR SALE, CHEAP.—Two Setter Pups, nine months old, partially yard broke. Or would exchange one for Fancy Pigeons. For further particulars, address E. G. STETSON, Farmer Village, Seneca County, N. Y FINE LIGHT BRAHMAS.—Two Cockerels, from Williams & Tee’s Stock, tor Sale, or will exchange one of them. T. J. WOOLDRIDGE, “French Hay,’ Va. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the wings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, 184 inches long, good legs, nicely booted, and in marking is well suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. POUTERS FOR SALE,—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 1844 inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 1714 inches long, quite well marked, well booted, and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. Price, $30. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, MITCHELL COLUMBARY.—Fancy Pigeons in great variety. Yellow, Black, and Blue Fantails, and Carriers, a specialty. I would call attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an opportunity WolproeUre them is rarely afforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. F. F. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past Fay. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change Nursery Stock forstandard pure bred Poultry. For information and Prick List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills. GRAVES’ INCUBATOR can be scen in working order at 26 N. Market Street, Boston, Mass. Send for Circulars. JACOB GRAVES. W. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensville, Pa., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains. Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. GAME FOWLS! GAME FOWLS!!—Send for Price List to J. A. BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. ¥ OU R N AM E fowls kept, inserted in Powliry Breeder's Directory for fifty cents, to be issued about aware 1st, 1874. Price, 25c., post-paid. H. S. BINGHHAM, Sparta, Wis. FOR SALE.—One pair of Imported Fantail Bantams. E. C. Osborn, Box 165, Albany, N. BUFF COCHINS. PHILADELPHIA, August 20, 1873. FRIEND MILLER: Your favor, with $— in full for my entire stock of Buffs, old and young stock of this year, is received. JOS. M. WADE. A few first-class Trios for sale. Also, Light and Dark Brahmas, Par- tridge Cochins, Hamburgs, Aylesburg, and Rouen Ducks. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny, Pa. Displayed in large type, with list of Price $10. HAVING SOLD my entire stock of Dark Brahmas to A. A. Miller, of Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., I will give my attention to Light Brahmas, Dominiques, and Aylesbury Ducks. Eggs from the above for sale. All first-prize birds. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburg, Pa. _ FOR SALE.—Fancy Pigeons, First Premium Stock. Two pair of White Fantails, $5 per pair; two pair of Black Antwerps, $6 per pair; two pair of White African Owls, $10. No Circulars. Address, with stamp, to insure reply, WALTER C. HART, Box 152, Clinton, N.Y. GAME FOWLS.—I have spent many years and studied much to work up my strains of GAME FOWLS to their present standard; also, White Leghorns. I have not, however, “the ONLY WHITE EARLOBE STRAINS IN THE WORLD,” for there are, at present, other careful breeders. I am also selling Eggs and Fowls of nearly all varieties of land and water-fowls, all carefully bred. Price List FREE. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., N. Y. HOLLING WORTH’S RAW CRUSHED BONE, for Poultry. THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. THE RHODE ISLAND Poultry and Columbarian Society will hold their First Annual Exhibition at HOWARD HALL, Providence, R. I., March 4th, 5th, and 6th, 1874. i Premium lists and entry blanks will be ready for delivery on and after Monday, Feb. 2d. Information will be furnished upon application to W. L. TOBEY, Secretary, Valley Falls, R. I., or to J. T PECKHAM, President, Lock Box 30, Providence, R. I. Any one wishing to offer any special premiums will please communi- cate with either of the above, stating upon what they wish it placed. Such offers will be very acceptable to the Society. INDESTRUCTIBLE ° STONE DRINKING FOUNTAINS, FOR FOWLS, PIGEONS, &e. (on & Ni A ap SILADELPAYY WILL KEEP THE WATER PURE AND PREVENT THE BIRDS FROM FOULING IT. PRICES: 2 gallons, each... Vs gallon, each... 1 « on { « cea I claim that the above fountain is the best, for many reasons, that has ever been brought to my notice—being made of stoneware and well glazed, it will last a lifetime. It is easily filled and can be set under the roost without the water being fouled. I have sold thousands of them, and sent them to nearly every State in the Union without a single party disliking them. I HAVE A LARGE NUMBER OF CERTIFICATES IN ITS FAVOR. TRY THEM, IF THEY ARE NOT ALL I CLAIM FOR THEM I WILL REFUND THE MONEY. When furnished singly, they are delivered at Express Office unpacked, but safe arrival guaranteed. When ordered by the dozen, they are packed and delivered free of charge to freight depot in Philadelphia. FOUNTAINS PACK WELL WITH BROKEN BONE. BROKEN BONE FOR FOWLS. This is fresh bone, broken about the size of grains of wheat, and is in the best shape known to feed to fowls for them to receive the full benefit, as there can be no adulterations as in Flour of Bone. FrEpinc.—Keep the bone in a box where the Fowls will have access to it at all times, or spread on the ground as you would corn, none will be wasted. PRICE AS FOLLOWS: Twenty-five pounds, and bag,... Fifty a One Hundred “ = ce Per Barrel of about 200 Ibs., 4 cts. per lb., including drayage. #83-Bone and Fountains pack well together and make a saving in freight. JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia. F 481 F363 BIRD FANCIERS JOURN AND OWE MEY: Xi@ EAN i. (_ aN 24 2001 | PHILADELPHIA, FEBRUARY 26, 1874. 4 AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. ADJOURNED MEETING. : Boston, February 5, 1874, 744 P.M. “Tue Association met persuant to adjournment, the Presi- dent, W. H. Churckman, of Delaware, in the chair; EK. 8. Ralph, Buffalo, N. Y., Secretary. The reading of minutes of previous meeting, at Buffalo, N. Y., was dispensed with, they having been printed and circulated to members. The following persons were proposed and duly elected as members: C. HE. Marsh, Evansville, Ind.; D. W. Herstine, Samuel P. Courtney, Paul M. Baker, John E. Diehl, Phila- delphia, Pa.; General C. A. Johnson, Newburyport, Mass.; E. C. Comey, Quincy, Mass.; Harry G. Blanchard, Detroit, Mich.; W. lL. Tobey, Valley Falls, R. L; W. R. Hills, Albany, N. ¥.; A. K. Hart, S.S. VanBuren, Henry Chapin, Hartford, Conn. Q On motion of General C. A. Johnson, the following para- graph was added to the Instructions to Judges : 7 “Judges must in all cases make a pro rata reduction for any fractional part of a pound that a specimen falls short of the largest or standard bird.” On motion, of General C. A. Johnson, the Merrimac Valley Poultry Association was duly received as an affili- ating society, and entitled to membership and representa- tion under Article III, Section 2, of Constitution. On motion of H. T. Sperry, seconded by C. A. Sweet, it was resolved that no breed of fowls be represented by like- ness on the cover or title-page of the new ‘Standard of Excellence.” The Committee on the ‘ Willis Investigation”? made par- tial report, and the committee directed to continue investi- gations. On motion, after much debate, it was Resolved, That A. M. Halstead be and is hereby ex- pelled from this Association for introducing » member under a fictitious name at its January session, in the city of Buffalo, N. Y., and that this action be published in the Poultry World, Poultry Bulletin, and Fanciers’ Journal. Adopted unanimously. On motion of W. H. Lockwood, the Executive Commit- tee adjourned to meet at its regular annual session, in Jan- uary, 1875. E. S. Rapu, Secretary. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING. ‘ Boston, Mass., February 5, 1874. To W. H. CuurcHMaAN, j : 4 President of the American Poultry Association : We, the undersigned, members of the Executive Com- mittee of the American Poultry Association, desire that you call a meeting of the Executive Committee, at 11 o’clock a.m. on Friday, February 6, 1874, to take action on an important matter which we desire to bring before the meeting. (Signed) H. T. SPERRY, E. P. Howxerr, C. A. SWEET, A. D. WARREN, E.S. Rapg, A. J. Tucr, H. 8. Bat, P. W. Hupson. In answer to the above call, the President convened the Executive Committee of the American Poultry Association promptly at 11 o’clock a.m., February 6, 1874, at Boston, Mass. P. WILLIAMS, PROCEEDINGS. — W. H. Churchman in the chair; E. 8. Ralph, Secretary. On motion, Lewis Wright, of London, England, was elected an honorary member of this Association. The following persons, being approved by the Executive Committee, were duly elected members, viz.: Hon. Virgil C. Gilman, Colonel D. W. King, Albert Beard, N. C. Lucier, John Reed, Nashua, N. H.; Charles L. Spaulding, Hudson, N. H.; George F. Parker, Henry Bisco, Leicester, Mass.; H. Woodward, W. J. Wheeler, O. B. Hadwin, E. Childs, Winslow 8. Lincoln, Horace B. Verry, George A. Dixon, W. H. Bliss, E. H. Knowlton, Worcester, Mass.; W. J. Underwood, Nathaniel Foster, Jr., Belmont, Mass.; W. Henry Brackett, J. Newton Cady, Edward H. Harsthorn, Charles E. Tuttle, Edward B. Reynolds, Boston, Mass.; Henry F. Felch, Natick, Mass.; Edmund Rodman, New Bedford, Mass.; Charles L. Copland, Milton, Mass.; John P. Buzzell, Clinton, Mass.; William B. Atkinson, Newbury- port, Mass.; ©. Carroll Loring, Dedham, Mass.; Mark Pit- man, North Beverly, Mass.; Colonel George A. Meacham, North Cambridge, Mass.; Fred. S. Potter, North Dartmouth, ‘Mass.; Nathaniel J. Bacheller, Lynn, Mass.; George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport, Mass.; Samuel H. Warren, Weston, Mass.; L. L. Greenleaf, Hvanston, Ill.; N. B. Sherwin, Cleveland, Ohio; Nathaniel S.-Collyer, Pawtucket, R. I; E. R. Spaulding, Cedar Creek, N. J.; O. 8. Haines, Toms River, N. J.; J. 8. Brown, Galveston, Texas; Dr. L. L. Holeombe, Terre Borme, La.; Charles E. Laughton, Reno, Nevada. On motion-of H. T. Sperry, seconded by A. D. Warren, the following preamble and resolution were unanimously adopted : Whereas, The American Poultry Association has for one of its principal objects the protection of all honorable poultry fanciers and dealers, and to that end will promptly expel from membership members found guilty of dishonorable acts; and Whereas, The publication of advertisements in the Poul- try Journals of the United States, whose editors and pub- lishers are members of this Association, is likely to be interpreted as a partial indorsement of dealers so adver- tising, and the editors, by a careful exclusion from their columns of all advertisements and mention of dealérs and others known tv be guilty of dishonorable acts, can largely protect all their honest and honorable patrons, thus ad- 130 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. vancing the best interest of the fraternity at large, as well "as ; rendéring: ‘the, Association very valuable services in its “efforts to elevate and scien its character and standing; therefore Resolved, That the editors of Poultry Journals—members | of this Association—be and they hereby are requested and urged to decline advertisements from persons known to be guilty of acts: detrimental to the interests of the fraternity and this Association. On motion of H. T. Sperry, it was resolved that all State and other Poultry Societies be requested to publish the full list of entries, with the awards in each class, at their Shows. On motion, the Chair appointed C. A. Sweet, A. D. War- | ren, and H. T. Sperry, a committee to mature and report to the Executive Committee a premium list for the coming Show of the Association in 1875. On motion of C. A. Sweet, the motion and appointment last passed was rescinded, and the subject matter of Pre- mium List referred t» the committee appointed at Buffalo to také into consideration the plan of holding a Show, and that P. Williams and H. T. Sperry be added to that com- mittee. Adopted unanimously. On motion of C. A. Sweet, the following preamble and resolution was unanimously adopted: Whereas, This Association has already decided that the retail price of the Standard should be one dollar each ; Resolved, That when we sell Standards to the trade with a'| discount off, it is with the distinct understanding that the said book shall not be sold by the parties buying them at the dis- count off at any less than the price named by this Associa- tion, viz.: ‘one dollar.’’ in evading the intent of this resolution shall be refused any future lots at any less than the retail price. Adopted. And if any member of this Association should be detected in evading this resolution, he shall be expelled from this Association. And, cn motion, the Secretary was directed to send the above notice with every lot sent to retailers. On motion of A. D. Warren, it was resolved, that S. J. Bestor, of Hartford, be heard in regard to the Standard. On motion, the committee took a recess for ten minutes. At expiration of time, no quorum being present, the meet- ing stands adjourned to call of Executive Committee. E. S. Rapy, Secretary. JosepH M. Wane, Esq., Philadelphia. Dear Sir: I am instructed by a regular meeting of our, Association, held February 5th, to tender the grounds of this Association, at Pimlico, Baltimore County, for the use and occupation of the National Poultry Association during their Exhibition for the Fall of 1874, and to request that you will notify us of your decision with regard to the same. I remain, very truly, yours, T. B. Dorsey, Secretary. BALTIMORE, February 6, 1874. Mr. Jos. M. Wanpr, Secretary National Poultry Association, Philadelphia. Dear Sir: By a letter written by P. W. Hudson, of North Manchester, Conn., I see that it is proposed to hold a Any person who shall be detected | National Poultry Exhibition next fall, and that Baltimore has been spoken of as the place of holding it. Ata meeting of our State Agricultural Association, last evening, I called attention to the subject, and they unani- mously tendered the use of their beautiful fair grounds and buildings for the Exhibition (of which you will be duly advised by the State Agricultural Association), and prom- ising the co-operation of the Association. There are also fine halls here in Baltimore—one particu- larly well lighted by a street on both sides of the hall— which can be had, if the offer of our State Agricultural As- sociation is not accepted. As one of the Executive Committee of the Poultry Asso- ciation of Maryland (James E. Koons, Secretary), I can offer you the services and hearty co-operation of all its offi- cers and members, with the full use of their rooms for any business to be transacted. This being so central a point, we hope the National Asso- ciation will see the advantages of holding the Exhibition here; and there is no doubt of the full patronage of all our citizens. Hoping for your favorable consideration, I am yours truly, 3 Jno. D. OAKFoRD. BALTIMORE, February 6. = a ae (For Fanciers’ Journal.) _ HOW SHALL WE EXHIBIT POULTRY. Epiror FAaNcrIERS’ JOURNAL: After looking through the exhibition recently held by the New England Poultry Society at Worcester, and the one now being held by the Massachusetts Association at Boston, so soon after coming from the rooms of the exhibition of the Western New York Poultry Association, recently held at Buffalo, Iam more surprised than ever that any Association could admit one class of fowls in pairs, and oblige all others to be exhibited in trios. There does not seem to me to be one argument in favor of exhibiting in trios, but many, very many, against it. I think the time is near at hand when all premiums by all Associations will be offered on single birds, because I am convinced that is the only way to have exhibitions of birds for American fanciers to be proud of. Offer premiums for single birds, and make the premiums and entrance fees the same on all the varieties that are worthy of being encouraged. Make the entrance fees for competition large enough to exclude all but birds that are really exhibition birds; then have a selling class if you please, and enter your scrubs there. A person going into a hall now finds it a work of time to find the really good birds, they are so mixed up with what should be market poultry. I ask a man why he brings swch a trio of chickens, and he says they are some of my poorest, and I brought them here to sell. All right. There are all kinds of customers I am aware, but no good salesman or judicious dealer mixes his shoddy pants, worth $3 a pair, with his finer cloth ones, worth $10 a pair; and no Poultry Association should mix shoddy poultry with that of the best quality. I believe in fewer and better birds, and more floor room for the accommodation of exhibitors and visitors, from whom we expect to, receive our cash. I do not object to a bird that has lost a toe-nail by accident, or a point or two from his comb, &c.; but I do object toa FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 131 fowl that has had the ‘ coop itch,’ or any other disease that disfigures and weakens him; and I hope all such will be dis- qualified by judges, if not by Associations. : F. J. KInneEy. WORCESTER, Mass., February 10, 1874. — (For Fanciers’ Journal.) RHODE ISLAND POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Epitor FANCIERS’ JOURNAL: There seems to be a mixed understanding abroad in rela- tion to Poultry Associations in the State of Rhode Island, that needs a public explanation. it appears that what some people have supposed was the Rhode Island State Association, located at Providence, other people have thought was located at Woonsocket, and vice versa. The facts seem to be, there are two antagonistic Associa- tions, one at Woonsocket, that has held three exhibitions in past seasons, and holds its fourth this month, and that the last-named Association has applied for a state charter, and advertises its exhibitions as those of the Rhode Island State Association, with headquarters at Woonsocket, R. I., and holds its exhibitions at Woonsocket this month. - There is another Association called the Rhode Island Poultry and Columbarian Society, with headquarters at Providence, R. I.; J. P. Peckham, President, and W. L. Toby, Secretary. f LT have an acquaintance with many members and officers of both Associations, and am very sorry there is such a feel- _ ing between the two as appears to exist; still there may no harm arise from it when the facts are known. Both Associations will try hard for a state charter, and one of them will be the State Association, the other a local affair. I have no sympathies with one more than the other, but as the Providence Association holds its exhibition fore part of March, and that time suits me better than the time of the Woonsocket exhibition, I shall have to assist at Provi- dence this season. ; My motto is, the more poultry exhibitions the better. F. J. Krnney. WorceEsTER, Mass., February 10, 1874. —____+~+«<2 -—_ (For Fanciers’ Journal.) WHAT I KNOW ABOUT ROUP. Rove is not, as many think, caused by filthy and badly- ventilated houses. It is not necessary to clean out their quarters daily, or weekly, nor even yearly, to prevent roup. If their quarters are not kept clean and well ventilated, you may expect your fowls to be troubled with cholera and diarrhea, or other diseases, but not roup. I have had some experience with this troublesome disease, and I think I can speak from actual knowledge. It is caused the same as a cold often is in the human family, and in the first stages is nothing more than a cold. My fowls, two years ago last November, were taken with it, and I doctored them all winter in various ways, and by the first of April they all got well; and I then thoughtif ever I found it again in my yards I would kill all the affected ones at once, and get rid of it without so much trouble, as it would not pay to bother with them so long again. But, as bad luck would have it, in the following year, at about the same time, I discovered it again one evening as I was looking my fowls over with a light, as is my usual custom, so as to detect any ailment that | few weeks previous to the opening day. may prevail. I think I felt rather crest-fallen at the dis- covery; and I stood there debating in my mind whether I had better really kill the whole lot, and get rid of the disease, or try to cure them. (They were, I thought, a fine lot of dark Brahmas.) I began to feel very cold about my feet and limbs, and was very much surprised to find so much cold could come in at the little entrance for the fowls. It occurred to me at once that I had found the cause of the roup, and immediately closed the little door, and kept it closed every cold and windy night, and in less than a week every chick was as well as ever; and as I followed up the practice of closing the little doors every chilly night, I have never had a case of the roup since. ‘ My fowls roosted on perches ten inches above a shelf, which is two and a half feet from the ground, and three feet from the little doors, which are in my case unavoidably in front of the roosts, thus allowing the wind to drive in and directly up into the faces of the fowls, thus causing them to take cold. I have made careful inquiry into several cases “since, and invariably found that where roup had existed it was caused by either cold wind coming in at broken windows, or holes of some kind, leaks in the roof, allowing the fowls to get damp and chilly, or exposure in open coops or houses to cold winds, thus causing them to have a cold, and die with the roup. A cure is easily effected by keeping them in a dry warm house; and feeding on warm soft feed, and giving plenty of water, not very cold, and a little of Douglass’ mixture added to it. T. F. Lams. NEw Haven, Conn. PENNSYLVANIA POULTRY SOCIETY. Tue Annual Exhibition of this Society, held at the As- sembly Buildings, Tenth and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, was one of the most successful ever given by the Society, considering that it was decided to give an exhibition only a The display of fowls, turkeys, geese, ducks, and pet stock, was very good. Of Light Brahma fowls there were six entries; the first prize pair being undoubtedly the best. Of young birds, there was a grand display. Never before were so many really good birds brought together. The first prize was given to a Cockerel, good in size, but bad in color; his hock being very cloudy and indistinct. For a Breed- ing Cockerel, we should have taken the bird which was given the second or even the third prize pen, in preference to first. Entry No. 25, which received no premium, was but little inferior to first entry. No. 297, the first prize Cockerel at Buffalo, was not awarded anything here, which in our opinion was a just decision; for in length of head and cruelty of expression, he was not exceeded by a Malay. Of Dark Brahmas, the display was good; the estate of H. H. G. Sharpless and D. W. Herstine receiving the lion’s share of prizes. Young Birds.—William H. Churchman took first with a | Cockerel and Pullet that were exhibited by him at Buffalo, and received noaward. The Cockerel which took first at Buf- falo, was here placed third, and should have been disquali- fied for a bad comb. Buff Cochins.—Some excellent birds were shown by Messrs. Rooke and Chandler. In young Buffs Mr. Rooke again came first. The third premium Cockerel here was the bird that won first at Buffalo. 132 Partridge Cochins were out in full foree, Mr. Henry taking the lead with a splendid pair. Though hard pressed by Mr. Cooper, in young birds, Mr. Herstine took first with a splen- did Cockerel and beautifully pencilled Pullet. Black Cochins.—An excellent display by Messrs. Athole and Herstine. The interest in this really good variety seems to have had a fresh awakening. White Cochins, not a very large collection, the Messrs. Lewis, Griffiths, and Stroeman dividing the honors between them. Mr. Stroeman’s pair were very fine of Gray Dork- ings. There were but three entries. This variety seems to be on the wane with Philadelphia fanciers. We should have liked to have seen more Blue Dorkings brought out to compete with the splendid pair shown by Mr. John E. Diehl. In Golden-Spangled Hamburgs, only four entries, the honors going to Messrs. J. Schofield and F. Taylor. Silver-Pen- cilled, six entries; some competition. Silver-Spangled; some excellent birds shown by Messrs. Henry and Schofield. Black Hamburgs ; the first premium cock shown by Mr. Schofield, was a perfect beauty. We doubt if his equal can be found. Black Spanish; a small class, some of which were quite good. White Leghorns; asmall class of about the average quality. Brown Leghorns; very few and not good. White-Crested Black Polish, Golden-Spangled Polish, and the Polish classes as a whole, were not good, the prize birds being most worthy of notice. Mr. John E. Diehl showed a good pair of White Frizzles. In Dominiques, Mr. Wayne distanced all competitors. Games were all good classes. The principal exhibitors were Messrs. Ashford, Lighteap, Livzey, and Pye. The Game Bantam classes were not so good as last year. Houdons; a small class; not extra fine. Jersey Blues; only one or two coops. With the exception of three Black African Bantams, were a very poor class. Bronze Turkeys, not good. White Turkeys, one good pair. Aylesbury Ducks; a small class, but good; Messrs. Schofield and Taylor taking the honors. Rouen Ducks; Mr. S. J. Sharpless showed two splendid pens, taking first and second, with Mr. Thompson third. Muscovey Ducks; two pens. Geese were a small class; one pen of Bremen and one of Hongkong. W. A. Henry showed a fine pair of Pea Fowls. J. N. Rooke exhibited a fine pair of Golden Pheasants; also a pair of Silver Pheasants. The show of Rabbits was not so good as last year, Messrs. Thompson and Lewis being the principal exhibitors. Through some mistake the special premium for best collec- tion of Rabbits was awarded to the wrong person, Mr. Thompson’s being undoubtedly the best. The display of Taxidermy was very fine, Mr. Crenshaw showing numerous specimens of his skill. The collection of Pigeons was very creditable, but not being a pigeon fancier, we refrain from making any remarks upon the merits or demerits of the individual birds. LIGHT BRAHMAS. Fowls—Ilst premium, W. H. Kern; 2d, W. H. Kern; 3d, W. H. Churchman ; 4th, W. H. Kern. Chicks—Ilst premium, Charles Tees; 2d, W. H. Kern; 3d, Charles Tees; 4th, W. A. Henry. i Best Pen Light Brahmas—W. H. Kern. Largest Cock—W. H. Kern. Largest Hen—W. H. Kern. DARK BRAHMAS. Ist premium, Estate H. H. G. Sharpless; 2d, no award; 3d, D. W. Herstine; 4th, no award. Best Dark Brahma hen 2 years old—estate H. H. G. Sharp- less. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE Chicks—lst premium, W. H. Churchman; 2d, Estate H. H. G. Sharpless ; 83d, W. H. Churchman; 4th, no award. . BUFF COCHINS. Ist peer J. N. Rooke; 2d, J. C. Chandler; 3d, B. F. uewis. Chicks—1st premium, J. N. Roake; 2d, J.N. Roake; 3d, A. P. Groves; 4th, J. C. Chandler. PARTRIDGE COCHINS. Fowls—lst premium, W. A. Henry, special; 2d, T. 8S. Cooper ; 3d, A. P. Groves; 4th, T. 5S. Cooper. Chicks—1st premium, D. W. Herstine; 2d, T. 8. Cooper ; 3d, D. W. Herstine; 4th, F. Worilow. BLACK COCHINS. Fowls—Ist premium, G. C. Athole, N. Y. Chicks—lst premium and special, D. W. Herstine; 2d, G. C. Athole; 3, D. W. Herstine; 4th, D. W. Herstine. WHITE COCHINS. 1 lst premium, R. M. Griffith; 2d and special, George C. Stroeman. GRAY DORKINGS. Ist premium, A. R. Montgomery; 2d, B. F. Lewis; 3d, A. R. Montgomery. BLUE DORKINGS. Ist and special premium, J. E. Deihl. GOLDEN-SPANGLED HAMBURGS. Ist and special premium, J. Schofield ; 2d, F. Taylor. SILVER-PENCILLED HAMBURGS. Ist premium, J. Schofield; 2d, F. Taylor; 3d, J. Hurst. SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS. : Ist and special premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, J. Schofield ; 3d, W. A. Henry. GOLDEN-PENCILLED HAMBURGS. Ist premium, F. Taylor; 2d, F. Taylor. BLACK HAMBURGS. Ist premium, J. Schofield; 2d, J. Schofield; 8d, J. C. Chandler. SPECIALS. Smallest Cock of any Breed, John Thompson, Jr. Smallest Hen of any Breed, C. Ellis Speakman. 7 first premiums, 1 special, for best specimens of Taxidermy to Crenshaw, 537 North Fifteenth St., Philadelphia. Bronze Medal to W. D. Baker, for fine Birds. BLACK SPANISH. Ist premium, Charles Tees; 2d, Charles Upperman; 3d, B. F. Lewis. WHITE LEGHORNS. Ist premium, J. McAnally; 2d, B. F. Lewis; 38d, J. W. Kilgore; 4th, A. R. Tatnal. BROWN LEGHORNS. 1st and special premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, W. A. Henry ; 3d, R. M. Griffith. WHITE-CRESTED BLACK POLISH. 1st premium, R. M. Griffith ; 2d, R. M. Griffith. GOLDEN-SPANGLED POLISH. Ist premium, R. M. Griffith; 2d, R. M. Griffith; 3d, B. F. Lewis. SILVER-SPANGLED POLISH. 1st and special premium, J. F. Street; 2d, R. M. Griffith ; 3d, R. M. Griffith. WHITH-CRESTED WHITE POLISH. 1st and special premium, R. M. Griffith; 2d, R. M. Griffith. WHITE FRIZZLED FOWLS. Ist and special premium, J. H. Diehl. BLACK-BREASTED RED GAME. 1st premium, J. Laws; 2d, and special, J. R. Ashford. ' BROWN-BREASTED RED @AMN. Ist premium, P. R. Lightcap; 2d, J. R. Ashford. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 138 YELLOW DUCKWING GAME. Ist and special premium, W. Livezey; 2d, W. Livezey. é EARL DERBY GAME. Ashford ; 2d, F. B. Pye. HEATHWOOD GAME. Ashford. SEFTON GAME. Ashford. BLACK GAME. Ist premium, J. R. Ashford. Largest Game Cock, J. R. Ashford. . DOMINIQUE FOWLS. Ist premium, Thomas Mayne; Thomas Mayne. DUCKWING GAME BANTAM. Ist premium, EH. Speakman. BLACK-BREASTED RED GAME BANTAM. Ist premium, E. Speakman ; 2d, EK. Speakman. Ist premium, J. R. Ist premium, J. R. Ist premium, J. R. BROWN-RED GAME BANTAMS. 2d premium, Joseph M. Wade. " HOUDANS. Ist premium, J. P. C. Griffith ; 2d, Jas. Schofield ; 3d, J. P. C. Griffith ; 4th, B. F. Lewis. BUCKS COUNTY FOWLS. Ist premium, E. Harris. GOLDEN SEBRIGHT BANTAMS. Ist and special premium, B. F. Lewis. BLACK AFRICAN BANTAMS. Ist premium, Chas. Tees; 2d, Chas. Tees; 3d, B. F. Lewis. WHITE BANTAMS. Ist premium, J. F. Street. BRONZE TURKEYS. 2d and special premium, B. F. Lewis. WHITE HOLLAND TURKEYS. Ist premium, B. F. Lewis. AYLESBURY DUCKS. Ist premium, Jas. Schoefield ; 2d, F. Taylor. ROUEN DUCKS. Ist premium, S. J. Sharpless; 2d,8. J. Sharpless; 3d, J. Thompson, Jr. MUSCOVY DUCKS. Ist premium, Dawson Thompson. BREMEN GEESE. Ist and special premium, B. F. Lewis. HONGKONG GEESE. 1st and special premium, B. F. Lewis. PEA FOWLS. Ist and special premium, W. A. Henry. GOLDEN PHEASANTS. 1st and special premium, J. N. Rooke. SILVER PHEASANTS. 1st and special premium, J. N. Rooke. LOPEARED RABBITS. Ist premium, John Thompson, Jr. SILVER-GRAY RABBITS. 1st premium, John Thompson, Jr. HIMALAYAN RABBITS. 1st premium, John Thompson, Jr. LOPEARED RABBITS. Broken Color—lst premium, B. F. Lewis. Lopeared Bucks. Self Color—1st premium, B. F. Lewis. 2d, Thomas Mayne; 3d, | LOPEARED RABBITS, BUCKS. Ist premium, John Thompson, Jr. SELF COLOR, DUTCH RABBITS. 1st premium, B. F. Lewis. ANGORA RABBITS. Ist and special premium, H. Mayne; 2d, JOnMLBorapeone Jr. COMMON RABBITS. Ist premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, J. Thompson, Jr. ENGLISH RABBITS. Ist premium, B. F. Lewis. BEST COLLECTION RABBITS. B. F. Lewis. PIGEONS. Pouters, Blue Pied—1st premium, R. M. Griffith. Red Pied—2d premium, W. A. Burpee. White—2d premium, C. H. Husted. Yellow Pied—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith. Silver Pied—lst premium, R. M. Griffith. Best Pouter Cock i CARRIERS, Black—Ist premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, R. M. Griffith. White—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith; 2d, B. F. Lewis. Blue Carrier—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith; 2d, W. M. Seattergood. Red Carriers—lst premium, R. M. Griffith. Best Carrier Cock—lst premium, John Yewdell. Best Carrier Hen—Ist premium, John Yewdell. Almond Tumbler—1st premium, W. A. Henry. Start-Faced Tumbler—2d premium, W. A. Burpee. Black Ball Tumbler—2d premium, R. M. Griffith. Rose Wing Tumbler—Ist premium, W. A. Burpee. Yellow Ball Tumbler—lst premium, W. A. Bunpees 2d, R. M. Griffith. Berlin Tumbler—lst premium, John Spealler. Yellow Beard Tumbler—lst premium, R. M. Griffith. Blue Beard Tumbier—lst premium, R. M. Griffith. Red Mottled Tumbler—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith. Yellow Swallows—1st premium, John Spealler. Red Swallows—Ist premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, R. M. Grif- fith. Blue Antwerps—lst premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, James Hirst Special mention, R. M. Griffith. Silver Antwerp—lst premium, Jos. M. Wade. Yellow Jacobins—Ist premium, W. M. Scattergood. Black Jacobins—lst premium, John Spealler; 2d, R. M. Griffith. Red Jacobins—Ist premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, R. M. Grif- fith. Black Barbs—I1st premium, Jos. M. Wade; 2d, John Par- ker. Yellow Barbs—Ist premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, C. H. Husted. White Barbs—Ist premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, Jos. M. Wade. Red Barbs—Ist premium, W. A. Henry. White Calcutta Fantails—Ist premium, B. F. Lewis. Black Fantails—lst premium, B. F. Lewis. Red Saddle Fantails—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith. Blue Fantails—lst premium, Jos. M. Wade. Blue Capped Fantails—Ist premium, Rk. M. Griffith ; 2d, P. M. Baker. Red Capped Fantails—Ist premium, P. M. Baker. Blue Magpie—3d premium, W. A. Henry. Yellow Turbits—lst premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, W. M. Scattergood. : Black Turbits—Ilst premium, B. F. Lewis. Blue Turbits—Special mention, W. A. Henry. Red Turbits—Ist premium, RM. Griffith. Silver Turbits—Ist premium, Jos. M. Wade. White Turbits—Ilst premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, R. M. Grif- fith; 3d, Jos. M. Wade. Yellow-winged Turbits—Ist premium, John Parker; 2d, R. M. Griffith. 134 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Dun Turbits—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith. Red Wing Turbits—lst premium, R. M. Griffith. Blue Winged Turbits—Ist premiums, Jos. M. Wade 2d, R. M. Griffith. Silver Winged Turbits—3d premium, R. M. Griffith. Black Snells—2d premium P. M. Baker. Red Mahomets—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith. Starling Quakers—Ist premium, P. M. Baker. Red Quakers—Ist premium, John Spealler. Blue Quakers—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith. Black Priests—1st premium, John Parker. White Duchess—lst premium, B. F. Lewis; 2d, R. M. Griffith. Isabella Duchess—lst premium, R. M. Griffith. Archangel—lIst premium, B. F. Lewis. BLUE OWLS. Ist premium, P. M. Baker. White Owls—Ist premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, John Par- ker. Yellow Owls—Ist premium, John Parker; 2d, W. A. Bur- ee. relsaeerneed Owls—lst premium, B. F. Lewis. Black Owls—Ist premium, Jos. M. Wade. Runts—Ist premium, W. A. Henry; 2d, W. A. Henry. Yellow Trumpeters—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith ; 2d, spe- cial mention, B. F. Lewis. Suabians—Ist premium, R. M. Griffith; 2d, P. M. Baker. tems Wntevesting and Amusing. GF Silas W. Studley, Catskill Station, N. Y., took first prize on Silver Sebrights at the Buffalo Show, whereas our report credits him with only third.. ' peag~ By the steamer “Herder,” from Hamburg, Mr. P. T. Barnum received four Antelopes, four Llamas, nine Apes, two Peacocks, three White Bears, five Ponies, seven Dogs, one Goat, and two Reindeers. peg Canvass-back ducks are shot in large numbers in Pole- cat Bay, nearly opposite Mobile, and sell in the markets at $1.50 per pair. per pair. gq The Merrimack Valley Poultry Association was the first to affiliate with the American Poultry Association, being proposed and the initiation fee of ten dollars paid by General Charles A. Johnson, President of the above Association. pas A Hen roar Respects THE SaBpspatu.—There is now in Delaware City a common hen that laid during the past fall thirty-two eggs, laying the first egg on Saturday, omitting Sunday, commencing again early on Monday morning, and laying the six days of each week, the last egg being laid on Saturday evening at six o’clock, but always omitting Sunday. gas AcTION oF THE FRENCH GOVERNMENT IN THE Raisine oF CARRIER PicEoNS.—The French Government, acting on the recommendation of the Committee on Fortifi- cations, has determined to keep, for the next five years, five thousand pairs of Carrier Pigeons for breeding purposes, for service in war time. Each fortress will have a military pigeon-house, and each pigeon-house will contain one thousand birds. Two general stations will be established, at each of which sixty thousand pigeons will be kept. The German fortresses at Metz and Strasbourg have been for a year past connected with other German forts by a system of Carrier Pigeons. Black Ducks can be bought for 75 cents | P jq5- Importatron.— While at the Boston Show, we were tnformed that General Charles A. Johnson, of Newbury- port, had just imported two trios of Aylesbury Ducks and one young Rouen Duck. They are from the yards of Mr. Fowler, who writes that they are the equals of any Ducks now in England. The parents of the Rouen Duck were prize birds at Birmingham, and weighed twenty-two pounds, two ounces. They arrived too late to be entered for the Boston Show. Bas> How Frienp Raus Won tHE First PREMIUM.— One of the officers of the Doylestown Society perpetrated a good joke upon himself during the early part of the fair. The night before the committee were to examine the fowls he remained in the room until after midnight, applying soap, oil, and other cosmetics to a fine display of Brown Leghorns. At that time the lots were not named, and our friend sup- posed that allin a certain range were hisown. He took espe- cial pains with one coop, making the birds shine again, and felt confident that they would take the first prize. And sure enough they did. The card of first premiun was duly tacked on the coop, and our exhibitor was happy. Pretty soon another officer, who remembered the numbers, came along and at once discovered that the prize fowls belonged to A. N. Raub, Lock Haven, Pa. It was a sad disappointment for our Doylestown friend, who said he had groomed up that lot the best of all.—Doylestown Paper. OFFICIAL LIST OF PREMIUMS Awarded at the Third Annual Exhibition of the Massachusetts Poultry Association, held at Boston Music Hall, February 5th to 11th, 1874. GALLINACEOUS DIVISION. CLASS I.—ASIATIC. Best Collection Dark Brahmas Bred by Exhibitor.—Special remium, No. 9, C. E. Tuttle, Boston ; special premium No. 10, best ten trios Dark Brahma Chicks, C. E. Tuttle, Bos- ton ; special premium No. 11, best collection Dark Brahmas, C. E. Tuttle, Boston; special premium No. 12, best trio Dark Brahma Chicks, T. O. Wardwell, North Andover ; special premium No. 18, best Dark Brahma Cock raised in the United States, John P. Buzzell. Dark Brahmas.— Chicks—lst prize, T. O. Wardwell, North Andover; 2d prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston ; 3d prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston ; 4th prize, T. O. Wardwell, North Andover, Mass. ; 5th prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston. Dark Brahmas.—Fowls—I1st prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston; 2d prize, John P. Buz- zell, Clinton; 8d prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston; 4th prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston ; special premium No. 4, best Light Brahma Cockerel, J. P. Buzzell, Clinton; special premium No. 5, best Light Brahma Pullet, John P. Buzzell, Clinton ; special premium No. 6, for Light Brahmas showing the fullest breast, not less than twelve birds in all of either or both sexes, being of the exhibitor’s own stock, S. H. War- ren, Weston; special premium No. 7, best collection Light Brahma Chickens, John P. Buzzell, Clinton; special pre-' mium No. 8, best twelve Light Brahma Cockerels, 8. H. Warren, Weston; special premium No 38, best ten trios Light Brahmas, raised and exhibited by one man, John P. Buzzell, Clinton ; special premiun No. 1, Association Cham- pion Cup for Brahmas, for the best trio of Light or Dark Brahma Chickens, bred by exhibitor, the champion cup, value $50, John P. Buzzell, Clinton, subject to the following conditions: The winner shall place the cup in the hands of the Executive Committee for competition at each succeeding exhibition. In every case the name of the winner to be en- graved upon the cup, with date of award and variety for which awarded. Light Brahmas.—Chicks—Ist prize, J. P. Buzzell, Clinton; 2d prize, Sturtevant Bros., South Fram- ingham; 8d prize, J. P. Buzzell, Clinton ; 4th prize, C. A. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 135 Johnson, Newburyport; 5th prize, J P. Buzzell, Clinton. Light Brahmas.—Fowls—Ist prize, Sturtevant Bros., South Framingham; 2d prize, J. P. Buzzell, Clinton; 8d prize, ’ Sturtevant Bros., South Framingham; 4th prize, John P. Buzzell, Clinton; special premium No. 14, best six trios Butf Cochins, raised by the exhibitor, Mark Pitman, North Beverly; special premium No. 15, best trio Buff Cochin Chieks, bred by exhibitor, Mark Pitman, North Beverly; special premium No. 16, best trio Buff Cochin Fowls, bred by exhibitor, Mark Pitman; special premium No. 21, best five trios White Cochin Chicks, bred by exhibitor, C. L. Copeland; special premium No. 22, best collection White Cochins, G. A. Meacham, North Cambridge; special pre- mium No. 23, best trio White Cochin Fowls, M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass. Buff Cochins.—Fowls—lst prize, Mark Pitman, North Beverly, Mass.; 2d prize, C. L. Copeland, Milton ; 3d prize, Mark Pitman, North Beverly, Mass. ; 4th prize, Mark Pitman. Buff Cochins.—Chicks—lst prize, M. Pitman; 2d prize, C. L. Copeland; 3d prize, M. Pitman; 4th prize, C. E. Mecum; 5th prize, C. E. Mecum. White Cochins.—Chicks—Ist prize, C. L. Copeland; 2d prize, M. I. Ellis; 3d prize, George A. Meacham; 4th prize, J.S. Ives; 6th prize, C. L. Copeland. —lst prize, M. I. Ellis; 2d prize, E. Hartshorn & Sons; 3d prize, G. A. Meacham; 4th prize, M. 1. Ellis. Black Co- ‘chins.—Chicks—Ist prize, R. & C. A. Richards, South Weymouth; 2d prize, A. E. Swasey, Jr., Taunton; 3d prize, R. & C. A. Richards, South Weymouth; 4th prize, A. E. Swasey, Jr., Taunton; 5th prize, Starks Whiton. Black Cochins.—Fowls—Ist prize, A. EK. Swasey, Taunton; 2d prize, R. & C. A. Richards, South Weymouth; 3d prize, A. E. Swasey, Taunton; 4th prize, M. I. Ellis, Norwood; special premium No. 24, best collection of Black Cockins ; special premium No. 18, best trio Partridge Co- chins, Chicks, bred by the exhibitor, W. H. Brackett, Bos- ton; special premium No. 17, best collection Partridge Cochins, W. H. Brackett, Boston; special premium No. 19, second best trio Partridge Cochins, Chicks, bred by exhib- itor, W. H. Brackett, Boston ; special premium No. 20, best trio Partridge Cochin Fowls, W. H. Brackett, Boston. Partridge Cochins.—Fowls—1st prize, W. H. Brackett, Bos- ton; 2d prize, M. I. Ellis, Norwood; 3d prize, W. H. Brackett, Boston; 4th prize, Charles E. Perry, Wollaston Heights. Partridge Cochins —Chicks—Ist prize, W. H. Brackett, Boston; 2d prize, T. O. Wardwell, North An- dover; 3d prize, M. I. Ellis, Norwood, Mass.; 4th prize, W.H. Brackett, Boston; 5th prize, M. I. Ellis, Norwood. Best collection of Asiatics—Special premium No, 2, M. I. Ellis, Norwood. CLASS II—DORKING. Special premium No. 27, best trio Colored Dorkings, F. J. Dutcher, Hopedale ; special premium No. 25, best collec- tion White Dorkings, Chicks, Jacob Graves & Co., Boston. | White Dorkings.—Chicks—lst prize, Jacob Graves & Co., Boston ; 2d prize, Jacob Graves & Co., Boston ; 3d prize, HE. R. Hayward, Easton, Mass. ; 4th prize, Jacob Graves & Co., Boston. White Dorkings.—Fowls—lst prize, E. R. Hay- ward, Easton. Colored Dorkings.—Chicks—Ist prize, F. J. Dutcher, Hopedale, Mass. ; 2d prize, Henry Hale, Ridge- wood, N. J.; 38d prize, F. J. Dutcher, Hopedale, Mass. Colored Dorkings.—Fowls—2d prize, F. J. Dutcher, Hope- dale, Mass. ; 3d prize, F. J. Dutcher, Hopedale, Mass. Sil- ver Gray Dorkings.—Chicks—2d prize, James P. Brewer, New Haven, Conn. CLASS III—HAMBURG. White Hamburgs.—Fowls—Ist prize, A. J. Tuck, Nashua, N.H. Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs.—Chicks—lst prize, L. H. Keith, Kingston, Mass.; 2d prize, R. W. Reid, Green Point, L. I. Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs.—Fowls—l1st prize, R. W. Reid, Green Point, L. I. Black Hamburgs.— Chicks—Ist prize, W. E. Shedd, Waltham ; 2d prize, W. E. Shedd, Waltham ; 8d prize, W. E. Shedd, Waltham. Black Hamburgs.—Fowls—2d prize, William E. Shedd, Waltham Golden-Pencilled Hamburgs.—Fowls—Ist prize, A.J. Tuck, Nashua, N. H. Golden Pencilled-Hamburgs — Chicks—Ist prize, A. J. Tuck, Nashua, N. H. Golden- Spangled Hamburgs.—Chicks—Ist prize, E. S. Ongley, Au- burn, N. Y.; 2d prize, George F'. Seavey, Cambridgeport. Golden-Spangled Hamburgs.—Fowls—Ist prize, E. 8. Ong- White Cochins.—Fowls | ley, Auburn. N. Y.; 2d prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridge- port. Silver-Spangled Hamburgs.—Chicks—lst prize, H. O. Underwood, Belmont; 2d prize, William R. Hills, Al- bany, N. Y.; 8d prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport ; 4th prize, H. & F. A. Bisco, Leicester. Silver-Spangled Hamburgs.—Fowls—Ilst prize, H. K. Osborn, Cambridge- port; 2d prize, Ongley, Warden and Talmadge, Auburn, N. Y.; 8d prize, H. O. Underwood, Belzhont; 4th prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport; special premium No. 34, best trio Golden-Spangled Hamburgs, E. S. Ongley, Au- burn, N. Y.; special premium No 37, best two trios Black Hamburgs, raised by exhibitor, W. EH. Shedd, Waltham ; special premium No. 38, best collection Black Hamburgs, W. E. Shedd, Waltham ; special premium No. 28, best Sil- ver-Spangled Hamburg Cock, H. K. Osborn, Cambridge- port ; special premium No, 29, best Silver-Spangled Ham- burg Cockerel, H. O. Underwood, Belmont; special pre- mium No. 30, best trio Silver-Spangled Hamburg Chicken, H. O. Underwood, Belmont ; special premium No. 31, best trio Silver-Spangled Hamburg Fowls, H. K. Osborne, Cam- bridgeport ; special premium No. 82, best Golden-Spangled Hamburg Cock, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y.; special pre- mium No. 83, best Golden-Spangled Hamburg Cockerel, E. 8. Ongley, Auburn, N. Y.; special premium No. 40, White Leghorn Cock showing least yellow or brassy plumage, William P. Miller, Milford, Mass. ; special premium No. 41, Fifth best trio White Leghorns, W. T. Bacon, Cam- bridgeport; special premium No. 42, best trio White Leg- horn Chickens, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls; special premium No. 43, best collection Brown Leghorns, Graves & Kimball ; special premium No. 44, best three trios Dominique Leghorns, Aaron Low, Essex ; special premium No. 89, best collection Black Spanish, A. W. Jones, Mil- ford. CLASS IV.—SPANISH. White Leghorns.—Fowls—2d prize, Leonard F. Cutter, Boston ; 3d prize, 8S. H. Warren, Weston, Mass ; 4th prize, A. & EK. Whitman, Fitchburg. White Leghorns.—Chicks— Ist prize, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls; 2d prize, Leonard F'. Cutter, Boston, 8d prize, John Eldridge, New Bedford; 4th prize, R. R. Yates, Northborough, Mass. Black Spanish.—Fowls—lst prize, A. W. Jones, Milford ; 2d prize, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield; 3d prize, William P. Miller, Milford; 4th prize, H. S. Ball, Shrews- bury. Black Spanish.—Chicks—lIst prize, C. W. Chamber- lain, Arlington ; 2d prize, C. & F. Spring, Newton Lower Falls; 8d prize, William P. Miller, Milford; 4th prize, C. & F. Spring, Newton Lower Falls. Dominique Leghorns. —Fowls—3d_ prize, A. Low, Essex, Mass. Dominique Leghorns.—Chicks—2d prize, A. Low, Essex, Mass.; 3d prize, Charles Dickerman, North Easton; 4th prize, A. Low, Essex, Mass. Brown Leghorns.—Fowls—lst prize, Graves & Kimball, Boston. Brown Leghorns.—Chicks— Ist prize, Albert Beard, Nashua, N. H.; 2d prize, Graves & Kimball, Boston ; 2d prize, C. C. Loring, Dedham; 3d prize, W. E. Boney, South Hanover; 4th prize, Graves & Kimball, Boston. CLASS V.—FRENCH. Creve Ceurs.—Fowls—Ilst prize, Philander Williams, Taunton. Creve Ccurs.—Chicks—Ist prize, J. Henry Symonds, Boston. Houdans.—Chicks—Ist prize, Charles L. Mitchell, New Haven, Conn.; 2d prize, E. C. Aldrich, Hyde Park; 3d prize, HK. C. Aldrich, Hyde Park; 4th prize, E. C, Aldrich, Hyde Park. Houdans.—Fowls—lIst prize, C. L. Mitchell, New Haven, Conn.; 2d prize, E. C. Aldrich, Hyde Park; 38d prize, E.C. Aldrich, Hyde Park ; 4th prize, E. C. Aldrich, Hyde Park. La Fleche.—Fowls—1st prize, P. Williams, ‘Taunton, Mass.; specialpremium No. 46, best trio Houdan Chicks, Charles L. Mitchell, New Haven, Coun.; special premium No. 47, best collection Houdans, E. C. Al- drich, Hyde Park; special premium No. 43, best trio Hou- dans, Fowls, Charles L. Mitchell, New Haven. CLASS VI.—POLISH. Black Polish —Fowls—Ilst prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater. Black Polish.—Chicks—Ist prize, J. R. Max- ham, Fitchburg; 2d prize, Jacob Graves & Co., Boston; 3d prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater; 4th prize, J. KR. Maxham, Fitchburg. Silver-Spangled Polish.—Fowls—Ist (To be Continued.) 136 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JoserpH M. WabDzs, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington, ey Saons J OURNAL AND 4 qOULTRY (Gxcnanes, JOSEPH M. 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To us in America, with our regular press dispatches occu- pying special wires of their own, and so voluminous in amount that the main difficulty is the one of condensation, and with our special telegraphic correspondents sending news nightly from the chief cities, and finally with a system of de- livery which brings these dispatches speedily to the news- paper offices, the antique and clumsy device of a postal ser- vice by carrier pigeons seems rather amusing. Yet to this form of transmission of a part of their mails and correspond- ence, the Paris newspapers have been forced to come, sup- plying thereby the deficiencies of their telegraphic service. What is more, the Paris newspapers have so perfected this aerial mail service, that its results are surprising, and lead us to reflect whether we have so much reason for smiling at it after all. The chief postal pigeon line is established between Ver- sailles, where the assembly sits, and the faubourg Mont- matre in Paris. The Temps, reviewing the history of the subject, remarks that the pigeon post office proper is a recent invention. It has only been regularly organized since the beginning of this century, but the siege of Paris fully de- monstrated the important part that could be played by these precious little aerial carriers. Paris, however, was not the first city to make use of them even during an investment, for as early as 1849, during the siege of their city, the Vene- tians had employed pigeons to carry dispatches beyond the enemy’s lines. ‘ It is by cross-breeding and by education, continues the Temps, that bird fanciers have been enabled to produce pig- eons whose flight is of wonderful rapidity. One celebrated pigeon, the Gladiator, travelled from Toulouse to Brussels in asingle day. Itis calculated that, on an average, a well- trained pigeon flies at the rate of 8280 feet a minute, that is to say, almost forty miles an hour, and even this rapid flight is often surpassed by the fastest birds. It is true that atmospheric circumstances must always be taken into ac- count. The wind, the rain, and the snow are obstacles against which the force of these little aerial messengers often becomes exhausted. The most prized breeds are those of Liege, which are small, with bright eyes, and a short bill; the Irish, which are short and stumpy, and very strong, and the pigeons of Antwerp, standing high on their legs, with a big bill and along neck. A cross-breeding of these three species is said to give the best results regarding memory, strength, and sight. On the same subject the Liberte remarks that the pigeon post service carried on between Versailles and Paris is so extensive that from thirty to forty pigeons are often sent out in a single day, especially if the weather is clear, and political events are sufficiently exciting. The startings take place as fast as required, demands for these messengers being principally made from two and a half to three o’clock, and especially at the moment when the gun fires for the closing up of the governmental offices; for each paper must, of course take care to get its dispatches in season, lest some enterpris- ing rival should profit by the delay. Accordingly, the oper- ator, who launches the pigeons, places himself on the thresh- old, of a little tavern opposite the Cour ‘du Maroc, so that the reporters have only to cross the street and hand in their rapidly written news. The starter, who is a tall, broad- shouldered man, vigorously throws the birds into the air, one after the other, generally, to avoid delays, holding one bird ready in each hand. The pigeons, taking up the initial velocity they have thus received, fly rapidly in the direction of Paris. A considerable crowd, among which members of the Assembly do not disdain to appear, witnesses this spec- tacle, which is said to be by no means one of the least attrac- tive that life in Versailles offers. As the bird guides him- self by sight, the sky must be sufficiently clear, especially towards sunset, for the pigeons of the Paris press to see their way. The trying season is, therefore, the present one of short days and early dusk ; and the little political couriers have to pierce through those fogs which are so heavy in late autumn and winter. It is added in this account that one thing is still wanting in this queer news service, namely, pigeons that fly by night. To our own morning newspaper press, this would be a pretty serious defect in the system. SECOND GRAND NATIONAL DOG SHOW. THE second of Col. Wood’s excellent exhibitions, em- bracing a large and varied assortment of canines, will be held at his popular museum, commencing Monday, March 16th, to continue one week. The great success attending the first grand display of these useful and valuable animals (Novem- ber, 1872), induced Col. Wood to repeat the dog fair, which will far excel in quantity and variety the first exhibition. Dogs of every nation have already been promised upon this occasion, and the enterprising proprietor of the museum would not inappropriately term his great display, ‘‘ THE Wortp’s Doa SHow.”’ But we are informed that the ani- mals arriving from other nations will be on exhibition only, whilst the dogs of our own country will be entered and classed for premiums, Col. Wood desiring to encourage the thorough breeding of good and useful animals. The pre- miums awarded to successful competitors will be elaborate, costly, and beautiful. Catalogues containing full deserip- tions of all varieties of the species Canis familiaris, and rules governing the exhibition, can be had by addressing Col. Wood’s Museum, this city. (See Advertisement.) FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 137 Correspondence. Mr. Jos. M. WApDzE. DearSir: Shippers of fowls find it difficult to provide suffi- cient water for their trip. I have been acting upon the sug- gestion of my son, by putting into the vessel a float, made of thin board, enough smaller than the inside of the water-ves- sel, so that when swollen it will not bind; have in the centre a hole into which the fowls can put their bill, and the thing is complete. The idea is taken from the carrying of water in pails on the cars, into which the train men lay a piece of board or plank. Let poultry men try it and they will like it. The wattles of the fowls are held up out of the water, and the coop may be tilted more than one would suppose without spilling from the dish, and it would be difficult to get it all out without actually upsetting the cage or box. Truly yours, &e., Witiiam Atwoop. Bia FLAts, CHEMUNG Co,, N. Y. pa Mr. JospepH M. WADE. Dear Sir: The Journal bearing date of February 5th, came to hand this p.M., and has been carefully perused the second time. You need no assurance that it received a cordial wel- come. It will be loaned and reloaned until all fanciers in this neighborhood have had the pleasure of reading and making its acquaintance. s Several have promised to subscribe, and I know they will not delay, as they cannot afford to be without ‘its weekly visits. A weekly poultry journal is no longer an experiment, and parties who predicted failure, have only to examine your columns of fresh interesting reading matter, to see that the supply is equal to the demand without the aid of old musty poultry records. I did not intend writing a treatise on breeding, mating, or management of any new variety of imported ducks, or to tell you that my yards contain the finest specimens of Light Brahmas to be found in the country at $75 per trio; but on general matters. First, to congratulate you on the fine appearance of the Journal, and the success that has thus far attended your efforts, judging from the liberal advertising patronage you have received, which is the very best test of merit. Article headed ‘Do as you Contract,’’ page 89, reminds me of a small transaction I heard concerning a Western breeder, who prides himself on his standing and stock he exhibits, which by the way frequently takes prizes. Last season he ordered some Brahmas from one of the leading breeders in this State, and after raising a number of fine chickens (some of which received premiums this winter), made complaint, and after threats intimating that the fowls were not pure breed, insisted on returning them for the purchase money. The great uneasiness concerning the late meeting of the American Poultry Association is beginning to wear off, and the reports of its transactions received leave no room for complaint of rings, &e. The important business was fully deliberated upon by men of experience and good judgment, and transacted in a most creditable manner to all concerned. The new standard will be looked for with much interest | by would-be standard breeders and fanciers generally. Some of the first will be severe in their denunciation, while the more considerate will not look for perfection, and be content with the vast improvement over the old standard. Now let every state and local poultry association in the land wheel into line, indorse the action of the American Poultry Association, send on their applications for member- ship, and by every word {and thought add to its efficiency and prosperity. ILuino!s. Mr. Jos. M. Wave. Dear Sir: I beg leave to inform you I received per steamer Denmark, on Saturday, a pair of the finest Ayles- bury ducks I ever saw. Yours truly, C. B. ELBE. oe HINGHAM CENTRE, Mass., Feb 11, 1874. J. M. Wangs, Esq. Dear Sir: Seeing in your paper of Feb. 5th a description of a large egg, I thought I would give an account of an egg that one of my Light Brahma hens laid the 6th of February ; it measures 14 inches in circumference the long way, and 7 inches the short way ; weighs 4% ounces. Yours respectfully. P. N. SPRAGUE. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PREPARE FOR NEXT SHOW. THERE are many among amateur poultry fanciers who could take premiums at some of our leading shows, did they but have the courage to send their stock. The trouble seems to arise from the fact that they misapprehend the meaning of the standard. They seem to take it for granted that no stock will have any chance which will not figure over eighty-five or ninety points. I confess myself to a little guilt in this matter. Some time ago I had made all my preparations for sending a trio each of Brown Leghorns and Plymouth Rocks to one of our leading shows, but just on the eve of making the entry, my courage gave way and my stock remained at home, though one of the trios had been expressly matched for me by a leading breeder and exhibitor for this particular show. Guess my mortification when on meeting a friend on the street to-day who had been at the show referred to; almost the first thing he said was: ‘ Your stock should have been at the show ; you would have taken first premium or both.” I had no doubt as to the value of my own stock, but I, without any ground whatever, imagined that there would probably be better on exhibition, and kept mine at home. mistake, but too late to correct it for this season. At the late Buffalo show, a premium of $100 was offered for the finest dark Brahma hen. What is the result of the investigation? Simply this: that the winning bird figured less than a hundred points,—just ninety-five and a half,— and this is probably the best, at least one of the very best hens in the United States, and yet she is not perfect. Isn’t there encouragement for the amateur in this result ? Isn’t there encouragement for all of us to know that this first premium bird under this hundred dollar inducement falls short of perfection by four and a half points? It ought to set every breeder and fancier at work, whether his flock consists of five or fifty, to produce some birds which shall be worthy of the next show. And when he has bred the birds I see my 138 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. to a reasonable degree of beauty, let his courage not fail him just at the important moment, and induce him to keep | his stock at home. There is room in the show for all of us, and there are | many fowls in the flocks of those who have never put stock | on exhibition which are worthy of a premium, but they | will never get it unless they enter the lists and compete for Let us hope that this class of breeders may It needs only careful | A. N. RB. the prizes. hereafter be more fully represented. breeding, good care, and courage. Lock HAVEN, Pa. DOYLESTOWN POULTRY SHOW. Tue first Annual Exhibition of the Bucks County Poul- try Association was held in Masonic Hall, Doylestown, commencing on Tuesday, February 3d, and closed on Satur- day, and was a decided success. Taking into consideration the fact that this was the first effort of a newly organized society, and that it was held only the week following the Pennsylvania State Poultry Society’s exhibition at Philadel- phia, we think the officers and‘members are to be congratu- lated upon the success of their young association. The ex- tent and variety of poultry, pigeons, and pet stock entered and shown far exceeded the expectation of everybody. The outlook at present is very encouraging for their next annual |: exhibition; indeed, if a suitable hall is secured for it, we think that the State Poultry Society will have to look to its laurels. For the benefit of those who were not at the show, | we will endeavor to describe the different classes of poultry. Of Light Brahmas, there were 7 entries; W. E. Flower, of Shoemakertown, distanced all competitors with a splendid trio, Dark Brahmas, 13 entries; some really good birds, the lion’s share of the prizes going to T. 8. Cooper, of Coopers- burg, Pa. Buff Cochins, 8 entries; not a very good lot, only one premium being awarded. Partridge Cochins mustered well; some excellent birds were shown by Mr. Cooper. White Cochins, only 1 entry; not extra good. Gray Dorkings, a small class and not very good. Dominiques, a small class; some good birds shown by Mr Henry and Theo. P. Harvey, of Doylestown. The coops used for most of the poultry exhibited were made according to a pattern adopted by the Society, at the mill of Hogeland & Buckman. They are clean, light, and airy, and seem. adapted to the purpose in every respect. When not in use they can be taken apart and stored away compactly. Plymouth Rocks, quite a good display. None of this variety were shown at the State show. Jersey Blues, only 1 entry. Hamburgs were all good classes, though not large in num- bers. In Black Hamburgs, Messrs. Rayers and Dickie car- ried off first honors with the cock and hens bred by Mr. Scho- field. These birds also took first at Philadelphia. Black Spanish were a small class and did not strike us as being very good. Of White Leghorns there were 20 coops. A grand dis- play; Mr. T. P. Harvey, of Doylestown taking first with a magnificent trio. Brown Leghorns, 7 coops.; all good fowls. A. N. Raub, Lock Haven, Pa., took first, though hard pressed by T. H. Walton, of Doylestown. Of Black Leghorns, only 1 entry, by G. W. Swartz, of Doylestown. We-hope Mr. Swartz will stick to this va- riety, and show more next year. Dominique Leghorns, 5 coops. by Messrs. Selser and Taylor. While looking at the different varieties of Leghorns, we could not help remarking toa friend that we did not see any necessity of any person sending Kast for either White, Brown, or Dominique Leghorn fowls or eggs. While none of the breeders here in Doylestown or its vicinity, claim to have bred ‘ Leghorns longer than any man in America,” nor yet to have the largest, best, and only white earlobed stock in the world, we think they can show as fine birds as those who do. We venture the assertion that a better display of Leghorn fowls has not been seen in this State, and we very much doubt if there has in any State this side of Connecticut. Polish were not large classes and were not particularly good. ¢ Black-Red Games mustered well, there being 10 coops; a better show than at Philadelphia. Messrs. Eisenhart and Dudbridge were the principal exhibitors. Brown-Red Game; a small class not extra fine. Of Duck Wing, Irish Gray, and Earl Derby Game, the show was poor. The French Classes were small, there being only 1 entry of Creve Coeurs and 3 of Houdans. W. T. Rogers showed 2 coops of Silkies, which were much admired. Sebright Bantams were exhibited by Messrs. Trege, Lewis, and Webster. Game Bantams were very numerously exhibited by Messrs. T. H. Walton, Lewis, Rogers, and Cooper. We were disappointed in not seeing a larger display of Turkeys, there being but 4 entries of Bronze and 1 of White. We know that there are a number of breeders of turkeys in Bucks and the neighboring counties. We trust the Society will offer special inducements, so as to bring them out at the next annual exhibition. The same may be said of Ducks, there being but few en- tries in each class. Of Rabbits there was quite a good display. ton, Lewis, and Thompson showing some fine Laps. Thompson showed an excellent pair of Himalayans. goras were shown by Messrs. Walton and Lewis. The display of dressed Turkeys, by W. ‘Carson, was very fine. A hive of Bees was shown by H. M. Twining, and at- tracted considerable attention. The display of Fancy Pigeons was excellent. To attempt - to describe the individual birds, or even the different classes, would occupy too much of your valuable space. The judg- ing in the various classes was satisfactory to all. We did~ did not hear of a single complaint. We desire to return our sincere thanks to Messrs. T. P. Harvey and T. H. Walton, the obliging Corresponding and Recording Secretaries, for their courteous and gentlemanly treatment of us during our visit. Some good birds shown Messrs. Wal- Mr. An- (Report of Premiums next week.) GUINEA FOWLS. In the Rural Home of January 17th, I notice an inquiry about Guinea fowls and the manner of raising, and their merits for the table, and so on. There is but little more FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 139 trouble in raising Guineas than the common barnyard fowl. There is an inclination in the Guinea hen to roam about with her chicks, and by so doing exposes them to dew and rain. I would therefore prefer to let a barnyard hen hatch and nurse the chicks. The same care is needed for raising the young Guinea fowls that is needed for the young barnyard fowls, and no more—in fact, Ihave raised the two together with one hen. “Lhe Guinea hen is a con- tinuous layer in her season, but does not commence until the grass and weeds get up a little in the spring, as she has a disposition to hide her nest. A little care in observing her habits will soon overcome this inconvenience, as the male bird is always found near the nest, and by his noisy demonstration calls the attention. The eggs of the Guinea fowl are preferred to any other, and the flesh of the bird is considered by many persons as superior in flavor to any other domestic fowls, though a little dark colored. A few hours in salt and water will render the flesh quite fair, and as good as pheasant, which it resembles in taste. I consider the Guinea fowl as a bird that might be raised with profit, be- sides being ornamental. REMEDY FOR CHICKEN CHOLERA. TRIED AND FOUND GOOD. ALUM, copperas, cayenne pepper, sal sulphur, saltpetre, and resin, equal parts. Dose, two tablespoonfuls for twelve chickens. Mix with meal, and feed on first appearance of disease once or twice a week. It is best to feed early in the morning, as they are not so apt to refuse it. One of my neighbors gives it about once a month, and has never lost a fowl since he began the use of it. ete SHIPPING ELEPHANTS. A CALcurTa newspaper says: ‘“‘ The hoisting into the air and lowering elephants into the hold of a ship is not only an unusual sight to most men, but also a strange experience to most elephants. They were lashed with strong ropes, slung as far as practicable in slings, hoisted up with cranes with three-foot tackle, and lowered into the steamer’s hold like a baie of cotton. When in the hold, they were placed in pens built of strong teak timber baulks, bolted to the ship’s side to prevent them from breaking loose. The fear the animals suffered was the only pain they underwent, and by watching the eyes of the poor beasts, their terror was very manifest. Tears trickled down their mild countenances, and they roared with dread, more especially when being lowered into the hold, the bottom of which was sanded for them to stand upon. Weare told that one female elephant actually fainted, -and was brought to with a fan and many gallons of water. At sea it appears that they got into a curious habit of occa- sionally—evidently with a preconcerted signal—setting to work rocking the ship from side to side, by giving them- selves, simultaneously, aswing motion as they stood athwart ship, the vessel rolling heavily, as if in a seaway. This they would do for a spell of an hour or more, and then desist for several hours, until the strange freak took them again. When they reached port they were hoisted out of the hold and swam on shore, thirty-five being thus safely landed without any accident whatever. When they were released from the slings, it was a supreme moment for the mahout, who was always on the elephant’s neck from the time of its touching the water to letting go. As the word was given to let go, each of the elephants, either from the lightness of his $ heart at being freed from his floating prison, or from his own weight, we are not sure-which—lightness of heart, like light- ness of head, causes elephants and men to play pranks— plunged down deep into the water, the manhout on his neck. The anxiety on the face of the manhout just one second before the plunge was a study; so, too, was it when elephant and man rose to the surface again, the former blow- ‘ing water from his trunk and the latter from his nose. CONNECTICUT STATE POULTRY SOCIETY. ANNUAL MEETING—ELECTION OF OFFICERS. THE annual meeting of this Society was held at Good Templars’ Hall to-day. The attendance was large, showing an increased interest in the subject of fancy poultry. The Treasurer’s report showed that the Society was out of debt, with a very handsome cash surplus on hand. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President—[Mr. Phil. W. Hudson was chosen, but de- clined, and the election was then postponed to the next quarterly meeting. ] Vice-Presidents—Chas. H. Crosby, Geo. W. Bradley. Corresponding Secretary—J. L. Gilman. Recording, Secretaries—J. L. Gilman, Dr. Geo. L. Palme- lee. Treasurer—B. S. Woodward. Auditors—Charles R. Hart, E. Palmer Tiffany. Attorney—Hon. H. C. Robinson. Directors—Samuel C. Colt, Chas. A. Pitkin, T. H. Mun- son, Alfred Hill, Henry Chapin, Phil. W. Hudson, Emory Carpenter, Samuel 8. Van Buren, Ezra B. Dibble, James P. Brewer, Samuel L. Barker, Le Roy S. Huntington. A committee of three was elected by the Society to revise the presentconstitution and by-laws of the organization, and submit the same at the next quarterly meeting, to be held in Hartford, for approval or rejection. It was decided by a strong vote to hold the next exhibition at Hartford, on the 15th, 16th, 17th, and 18th of December next. The meeting then adjourned to meet again at 2 o’clock. WESTERN PENN’A POULTRY SOCIETY. Art the annual meeting of the Western Pennsylvania Poultry Society, held Feb. 10th, 1874, the following officers . were elected to serve during the coming year: President—Edward Gregg, Pittsburg, Pa. Vice- Presidents—C. B. Elben, Pittsburg, Pa.; R. Hender- son, Alleghany City, Pa.; W. A. Reed, Alleghany City, Pa.; R. Blair, Pittsburg, Pa.; G. W. Evans, Alleghany City, Pa.; Jobn Dyer, Alleghany City, Pa.; F. R. Wotring, Mansfield, Pa.; J. N. McDonald, McDonald Station, Pa. Treasurer—C. A. Stevens, Alleghany City, Pa. Corresponding Secretary—A. A. Miller, Oakdale Station, Pa. Recording Secretary—R. F. Shannon, Pittsburg, Pa. Executive Committee—Jobn Morrow, AMeghany City, Pa.; D. Meldrum, Alleghany City, Pa.; J. M. Goehring, Alle- ghany City, Pa.; S. H. Cook, McDonald Station, Pa.; D. J. Rodgers, Mansfield, Pa.; G@. W.Snaman, Alleghany City, Pa.; J. Morton Hall, Sewickley, Pa.; C. C. Rinehart, Pitts- burg, Pa. A. A. MILLER, Corresponding Secretary. 140 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY BXCHANGE. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)...... The Brahma Fowl 2 50 The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir).... 9 00 The Pigeon Book © 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)......... 1 25 The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement, . 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders).. 7a American Bird Fancier..... 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement). no. Bh) Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 vls. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, oe each on American Standard of Ex 50 Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. Exchange Colwme. Ag ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FryrE LINES, OR FortTy- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WANTED, in exchange for Black Breasted Red Games, one trio of Brown Leghorns, Buff Cochins, or choice Fancy Pigeons. Address JOHN MONRO, Ashland Exotic Nursery, St. Louis Co., Mo. WHITE LEGHORN AND LIGHT BRAHMA STOCK from Dibble, Williams & belch; will exchange for Butf Cochins, Silver- Spangled Hamburgs or Dark Brahmas; good specimens only. Ss. J. SMITH, Stony Brook, N. Y. PARTRIGDE COCHINS.—A pair of choice Partridge Cochins will be exchanged for Fancy Pigeons. Address G. F. McCONNELL, Hudson, Col. Co., N. Y. ONE PAIR PEA FOWLS.—Will exchange for Pigeons, Cage- Birds, Minor Pets, or $10 greenback. y Address, with stamp, L. T. & W. CHARLES, Hornellsville, N. Y. INCUBATOR WANTED.—(Second-hand), one that has worked successfully. Parties haying one for sale or EXCHANGE, address W. G. BAKER, Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. BULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE LEGHORNS, 5 pullets. 444 months old, very nice; will exchange for ROUEN DUCKS, or SILVEB DUCK-WING GAME BAN- TAMS, or GOLDEN SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, or DARK BRAHMAS. SAMUEL HASTINGS, Amherst, Mass. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange for Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash, Address E.R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. WANTED.—A LIGHT BRAHMA COCK (pea comb), in exchange for a W. F. B. SPANISH COCK, that took the first premium at Federals- burg Fair of Four Counties. Please give weight. Address JNO. RUMBOLD, Fowling Creek, Maryland. * BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. WANTED, in exchange for Black-Breasted Red Games, Houdans, Fancy Pigeons, or Black-Breasted Red Game Bantams, &c., ONE PAIR OF BROWN LEGHORN FOWLS._ Address A. K. MARTIN, P O. Box 1584, Binghamton, N. Y. STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. &3- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE -@@ AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE - CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. NOW IN PRESS. Price, $1.00. READY SOON. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. NOTICE. AVING removed to Philadelphia and purchased the stock and fix- tures of store 39 North Ninth St., formerly occupied by J. M. WADE, I propose keeping at all times, a full stock of FARM AND FANCY POULTRY, Aquatic Fowls, Song and Ornamental Birds, Pigeons in great variety. Plain and Fancy Cages, Aquariums, Gold Fish and Globes, Dogs, and pet animals of all kinds. A full supply of Books treating on these subjects and everything necessary to a well-ordered Poultry Yard or Aviary. Particular attention paid to stocking Pigeon Lofts; prices according to quality. PIGEONS, FOWLS, AND ANIMALS IMPORTED TO ORDER. Correspondence solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. REFERENCES : J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. E. 8. Ougley, Auburn, N. Y. W. H. Churchman, Claymont, Del. | N. B. Sherwin, Cleveland, Ohio. Philander Williams, Taunton, Mass. | Dodge & Kelly, Ravenna, Ohio. H. H. Stoddard, Hartford, Conn. W. H. Todd, Vermillion, Ohie. A. B. Estes, New York City. H. 8S. Huidekoper, Meadville, Pa. J. K. Felch, Natick, Mass. A ddress J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa NATIONAL BEE JOURNAL.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages. printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which wili be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS. E. S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. THE AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE.—As I was appointed by the American Poultry Association to get the latest revised Standard printed and bound, I have the best opportunity to get them at the earliest moment from the binder, and shall act as their agent. Price, $1. Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation. Send now and secure your copy from the first edition. WM. H. LOCKWOOD, Hartford, Conn. American Dominiques a specialty. I have sold my entire stock of LIGHT BRAHMAS to C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa FOR SALE.—two trios W. Polands, $7 per trio; one trio B.B.R Games, $9; one pair Houdans, $6; Eggs from W. Polands, B. B. R. Games W. Leghorns, Houdans, and Buff Cochins, $3 per doz. J. & C. V. FOWLES, Ithaca, N. Y. COL. WOOD’S MUSEUM, PHILADELPHIA. SECOND ANNUAL GRAND NATIONAL DOG SHOW, Aj COMMENCING MARCH 16, 1874. TWENTY-FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS IN PREMIUMS, Elegant and costly premiums awarded for the best dogs. Competent persons to attend to the comfort, wants, and protection of all dogs pre- sented for exhibition. Owners presence not necessary. Theawards will be published at the conclusion of the exhibition. Col. Wood solicits com- petition from all dog owners in the United States. Address for Catalogue and Circulars. Cot. WOCD’S MUSEUM, Philadelphia stock), #4 per setting. JOHN RUMBOLD, FOWLING CREEK, MD.—Light Brahmas and W. F. B. Spanish Eggs, $2 per 18. W. Leghorn and Buff Cochins, $3 per 13. The location of these yards especially recommend them to South- ern buyers. Send your orders early. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y. Circular containing a few practical hints, and Price List of Fowls and Eggs, FREE. EGGS from Black Cochin and Silver Seabright Bantams (premium J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. JOHN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, Breeder of White and Par- tridge Cochins, Plymouth Rocks, and Light Brahmas. At the great Show in Portland, Me., my stock was awarded Two Silver Cups, Three Specials, and Eight Societies’ Premiums. EGGS from the above, $3 per doz, per dozen; all other varieties, $3. A FEW TRIOS CHOICE FOWLS to sell; also, Eggs from the following varieties: Partridge Cochins, Dark Brahmas, Golden Polands, and Silver Polands, Muscovy and Cayuga Ducks; Partridge Cochins, $4 C, L, CROSBY, Erie, Pa, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 141 FOR EXCHANGE, or will SELL, a thoroughbred English Grey- houud Slut, mouse color, about 15 months old, measures 63 inches from point of nose to tip of tail, 27 inches high at shoulder; price, $50, or will exchange for other dogs. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—1 will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R. Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &c. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. FOR SALE.— More than one hundred deer were killed in St. Clair township, Westmoreland county, Pa., during the month of December. pas~ A. A. Mitumr, Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., has just shipped to Maysville, California, one pair of Bronze Turkeys —Fine Birds. y@ger A Sioux Crry hotel has a black and tan dog that killed a thousand rats in a month. This is a good puff for the dog, but is hard on the hotel. n@s- A Brut is before the Ohio Legislature, which, if pass- ed, will prohibit hunters from shooting any kind of wild game upon any other man’s land. paFSreErs are being taken by some Little Falls, N. Y., citizens to provide for stocking the Mohawk with fish, and to prevent the use of seines in the river. pes~ A Dromepary, perfectly white in color, has just been received at the Jardin des Plants. This description of animal is even rarer than the white elephant. y@ee A CARRIER PIGEON arrived in Bridgeport, Conn., re- cently, which was sent up from the deck of a steamer bound for Florida. It was seven hours making the flight from Cape Hatteras.—Hchange. (We don’t believe it.) pa@y-Los AnaELos County, Cal., owes for gopher and squirrel scalps the sum of $10,364, and yet the varmints are as thick as ever ; 206,287 have been captured and scalped. g@s Tue Duke of Southerland owns a three year old ox which weighs 2,500 pounds, and measurers in girt nine feet one inch. It was recently on exhibition in Inverness, Scot- land, and attracted great crowds. ga@s> THE sTRINGENCY of the egg market is painful. There is a large falling off in deposits of late; many of the hens have entirely suspended, while others are holding to their reserves. It is thought, however, that nearly all will be able to resume in the spring. ya Iv is a difficult matter to write about the hen without - doing so with great her-nest. A Herkimer County farmer who has quite an extensive hennery, took especial care to ascertain what worth there really was in a certain number ofhens. January 1, 1873, he selected thirty-six hens, con- sisting of different breeds, and kept an account of the harvest they would yield. January 1, 1874, he found that the thirty- six hens had furnished him with 4,004 eggs, and in addition to this he raised forty-seven hens, which are now at work. y@e A crrizeN of Groveland, Mass, a few days since, made a trip to Haverhill in a sleigh. Arriving at the city, he proceeded to hitch his horse to a post. As he was about leaving to attend to business, one of his hens came out from under the sleigh seat, where she had stolen a nest, and star- ted somewhat briskly round town on a tour of observation. The farmer gave chase, but biddy was too spry, and the pro- prietor concluded that that piece of property had “taken wings and flown away.’”’ Returning to the sleigh after an hour’s absence, he was surprised to find the hen quietly sit- ting on her nest of eggs under the seat, she having returned and found the sleigh. DOYLESTOWN POULTRY SHOW. List of Premiums. *(Continued from page 138, No. 9.) The following is a report of the awards of premiums made by the committees : No. 1, Light Brahmas, 7 entries; Ist premium, W. E. Flowers, Shomakertown ; 2d, W. A. Henry, Philadelphia ; 3d, Eli Fell, Buckingham. No. 2, Dark Brahmas, 13 en- tries; Ist prem., W. A. Henry; 2d and 3d, T. S. Cooper, Coopersburg. No. 3, Buff Cochins, 8 entries; Ist to W. A. Henry; other specimens not worthy of premiums. No. 4, Partridge Cochins, 11 entries; 1st and 2d to T. S. Cooper ; 3d, W. A. Henry. No. 6, White Cochins, 1 entry; 2d pr. to B. F. Lewis, Gwynedd; No. 7, Gray Dorkings, 1 entry ; 2d pr. to B F. Lewis. No. 11, Dominiques, 4 entries ; Ist, W. A. Henry; 2d, Theo. P. Harvey, Doylestown No. 12, Plymouth Rocks, Ist, A. N. Raub, Lock Haven ; 2d, Edwin Johnson, Dolington; 3d, Dr. A. M. Dickie, Doylestown. No. 12, Mexican Fowls, honorable mention to Reuben Keller, Buckingham. No. 12, Jersey Blues, special to W. A. Henry. No. 18, Gold-Spangled Hamburgs, 3 entries; Ist to Charles Selser, Doylestown; 2d, W. T. Eisenhart, do. ; 8d, Benjamin Connard, New Britain. No. 16, Silver-Pen- cilled Hamburgs, 5 entries; Ist, 2d, and 3d to W. T. Rogers, Doylestown. No. 14, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, 4 entries ; Ist to W. A. Henry; 2d, Charles Selser. No. 17, Black Hamburgs, 2 entries; Ist to Rogers & Dickie; 2d, Charles FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 155 Selser. No. 19, Black Spanish, 3 entries; Ist to B. Conard ; 2d, B. F. Lewis; 8d, W. T. Eisenhart. No. 21, White Leghorns, 20 entries; 1st, T. P. Harvey; 2d, Amos Stone, Doylestown; 8d, Howard Hogeland, Doylestown. No. 22, Brown Leghorns, 7 entries; Ist, A. N. Raub; 2d and 3d, Thomas H. Walton, Doylestown. No. 23. Black Leghorns, 1 entry; G. W. Swartz, Doylestown. No. 24, Dominique Leghorns, 5 entries; Ist and 2d, Charles Selser; 8d, H. F. Taylor, Doylestown. No 26, White Polish, 2 entries; Ist, E. F. Taylor; 2d, W. T. Eisenhart. No. 27, Gold-Spangled Polish, 1 entry, not worthy ; No. 28, Silver Spangled Polish, 1 entry; special to W. A. Henry. No. 30, Frizzled, 1 entry, special to B. F. Lewis. No. 31, Black Breasted Red Games, 10 entries; Ist to W. T. Hisenhart; 2d and 3d, Isaac Dudbridge, Bridge Valley. No. 82, Brown Red Games, 2 entries; Ist, B. F. Lewis; 2d, George Wolf, Doylestown. No. 34, Duck Wing Games, 1 entry, no premium. No. 88, Irish Gray Games, 4 entries; Ist, David F. White; B. F. Lewis, special premium. No. 40—Earl Derby Game, 1 entry; no premium. No. 41—Creve Cours, 1 entry; Ist, Francis Bartleman, Gardenville. No. 42—Houdans, 3 en- tries ; Ist; B. F. Lewis. No. 44—Japan Silkies, 2 entries ; Ist and 2d, W.T. Rogers. No. 47—Golden Sebright Bantams, 4 entries; Ist, M. E. Trego, Doylestown ; 2d, B. F. Lewis; 3d, Thomas Webster. No. 49—Black Red Game Bantams, Qentries; lst, T. H. Walton; B. F. Lewis, special. No, 50— Duck Wing Game Bantams, 3 entries; Ist, W. T. Rogers; 2d, T.S. Cooper, Coopersburg ; 3d, W. T. Rogers. No. 61— Black African Bantams, 1 entry; B. F. Lewis. No. 52— White Bantams, 2 entries; lst. B. F. Lewis; 2d, T. H. Walton. No. 54—Japan Bantams, 1 entry; 1st, Thomas Webster. No. 59—Grades and Crosses—1l2 entries; Ist, Benjamin Conard; 2d, D. W. McNair, Buckingham; 3d, Charles Selser. No. 60—Capons, 3 entries; Ist and 2d, Henry Somers, Quakertown. No. 61—Dark Bronze Tur- keys, 4entries; Ist, B. F. Lewis; 2d, Edward Rorer, Doyles- town. No. 63, White Holland Turkeys, 1 entry, B. F. Lewis. No. 65, Largest Turkey, 4 entries; B. F. Lewis— 41 lbs. No. 67, Aylesbury Ducks, 1 entry, B. I’. Lewis. No. 68, Rouen Ducks, 4 entries; Ist, B. F. Lewis; 2d, F. Musselman, Quakertown. No. 70, Muscovy Ducks, 2 en- tries; Ist, Isaac Dudbridge; 2d, Theodore Hopkins, Bridge Valley. No. 72, Common Ducks, 2 entries; 1st, T. Hopkins ; 2d, Levi Berger, Doylestown. No, 76, Bremen Geese, 1 entry, B. F. Lewis. No. 77, Hong Kong Geese, 1 entry, B. F. Lewis. No. 78, Common Geese, 1 entry, D. W. MeNair, Buckingham. No. 81, Pea-Fowls, special to W. A. Henry. No. 83, Guinea Fowls, 2 entries, B. F. Lewis No. 88, Partridges, special to W. T. Rogers. Himalayan Rabbits, 1 entry, John Thompson, Shoemakertown. No. 89, Madagascar Rabbits, 3 entries ; Ist, B. F. Lewis; 2d, T. H. Walton; John Thompson, special, Madagascar Buck. No. 90—Angora Rabbits, Ist, T. H. Walton; 2d, B. F. Lewis. No. 91—English Rabbits, 4 entries; Ist, By F. Lewis; 2d, O. McKinstry, Danboro. No. 92, Guinea Pigs, 6 entries ; Ist, George Wolf; 2d, B. F. Lewis. No. 111—Canary Birds, 6 entries; 1st and 2d, W. Shade, Doylestown. No. 112—Squirrels, 1 entry ; special, W. T. Rogers. No. 118— Bees, 1 entry; 1st, H. M. Twining. No. 114}—Maltese Cats, 2.entries; Ist, B. F. Lewis; 2d, E. F. Taylor. No 122—Best Dressed Turkey, 6 entries; Ist and 2d, William Corson. No. 93—Carrier Pigeons, 6 entries; Ist, red, W. T. Rogers; Ist, black, W. T. Rogers; Ist, blue, W. A. Henry ; 2d, black, B. F. Lewis; 3d, black, W. T. Rogers ; 8d, white, Isaac Dudbridge. No. 94—Pouters, 5 entries; blue pied, Ist and 2d, W. T. Rogers; blue pied, 38d, William Frankenfield ; yellow, 3d, B. F. Lewis. No. 95—Tumblers, _ 10 entries; Ist, yellow, A. N. Raub; Ist, blue bald head, W. A. Henry; 2d, inside, T. H. Walton; 2d, yellow, B. F. Lewis, 3d, inside, W. T. Rogers; 38d, black, William Frankenfield ; 1st, black bald heads, Willie Widdifield. No. 96—Barbs, Ist, black, Barton Darlington ; Ist, yellow, W. A. Henry; 1st, white, W. A. Henry; 2d, red, W. T. Rogers; 2d, black, W. T. Rogers; 3d, white, W. T. Rogers. No. 97—Jacobins, 5 entries; Ist, white, W. T. Rogers; Ist, yellow, B. F. Lewis; 2d, white, A. N. Raub; 3d, B. F. Lewis. No. 98—Fantails, 14 entries; 1st, Calcutta, W. T. Rogers ; Ist, black-mottled, W. T. Rogers; Ist, blue, George Wolf; Ist, black, B. F. Lewis; 2d, red mottled, W. T. Rogers; 2d, white mottled, W. Frankenfield; 8d, white, W. T. Rogers; 3d, blue mottled, W. Frankenfield ; 3d, blue, B. F. Lewis. No. 99—Owls, 2 entries; 1st, blue, W. T. Rogers; Ist, white, W. A. Henry. No. 100—Trumpeters, 1 entry; 1st, white, B. F. Lewis. No. 102—Magpies, 2 en- tries ; Ist, blue, B F. Lewis; 2d, black, A. N. Raub. No. 1083—Swallows, 2 entries; Ist, black wing, Howard Hoge- land; Ist, blue, B. F. Lewis. No. 104—9 entries; Ist, silver wing, Barton Darlington; Ist, red wing, A. N. Raub; Ist, black, B. F. Lewis; 1st, white, B. F. Lewis; Ist, yellow, W.A. Henry; 2d, black wing, B. F. Lewis; 2d, yellow wing, B. F. Lewis; 2d, blue, W. A. Henry. No. 106— Archangels, 1 entry; Ist, B. F. Lewis. No. 107—Snells, 1 entry; Ist, red head, Isaac Dudbridge. No. 108—Quakers, 2 entries ; 2d, starlings, Isaac Dudbridge ; 2d, Conrad Hahl. No. 109—Runts, 4 entries; lst and 2d, mottled, W. A. Henry; 3d, red, Isaac Dudbridge. No. 109—Moor Caps ; Ist, W. Frankenfield; 2d, Conrad Hahl. No. 110—Com- mon Pigeons, 8 entries; Ist, J. S. Angeny ; 2d, Allen Twin- ing. No.110—Antwerps; 2d, blue, B. F. Lewis. No. 110— Duchies, 2 entries; Ist, white, B. F. Lewis; 3d, mottled, Isaac Dudbridge. Exchange Colwun. 4@> ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINES, OR FoRTY- Eicur WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. GAME FOWLS.—A few pairs of Black B. Reds and Dusty Miller Games will be exchanged for Earl of Derby Games, or Brown Leghorns. Address G. W. WARNE & CO., 1305 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. CURRANT ROOTS OR CUTTINGS WANTED in ex- change tor Fancy Pigeons, or Light and Dark Brahma Cocks. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. SHADE TREES WANTED in exchange for Light or Dark Brahmas, or Fancy Pigeons. Address JOS. M. WADE, 389 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. TWO DARK BRAHMA HENS to exchange for common An- gora Rabbits, or Five Dollar Greenback. Address Address M. W. MINER, Peoria, Ill. I WISH TO EXCHANGE Buff Cochin Hens or Pullets for a Cock of same breed. Hensare fine. Cock must be same. Address JOHN L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N. Y. WANTED TO EXCHANGE §. G. Dorking, and Buff Cochin Hens, and pairs or trios of Bolton Grays, for White, Yellow, or Black Fantail, Jacobin, or Pouter Pigeons. Address JOHN L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N. Y. WANTED.—White, Black, or Buff Cochins, 2 Black African Bantam Hens, 1 pair Silver Sebright Bantams, Bremen Geese, &c., in exchange for Light Brahmas, White Leghorns, &c. Address Cc. E. L. HAYWARD, Peterboro, N. H. TO EXCHANGE, a few hundred Mammoth Cluster, Dayidson’s Thornless, and Golden Thornless Raspberry Plants for a trio of No. 1 White Leghorns. Address, giving price and name of strain, W. L. PAYNE, Zoar, Mass. TO EXCHANGE, a pair of Silver-Spangled Polands, well marked, with good crests, and well up to the standard, for a first-class Buff Cochin Cock or Cockerel. Address, with description of bird, W.S. KEMP, Dayton, Ohio. TO EXCHANGE, Bolton Grays or Partridge Cochins for good Lop-Eared Rabbits. Address J. L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N.Y. JOS. M. BROOKS, COLUMBUS, INDIANA, will exchange a Key Check Outfit, Dies, Ornamenting Stamps, Stock, &e., for Light Brahma Hens. A good chance for some man or boy to make money that has the time to attend to this business. No hens wanted weighing less than 10 lbs. each. Write for full particulars. JOS. M. BROOKS, Columbus, Ind. PARTRIDGE COCHINS.—A pair of choice Partridge Cochins will be exchanged for Fancy Pigeons. Address G. F, McCONNELL, Hudson, Col. Co., N. Y. INCUBATOR WANTED.—(Second-hand), one that has worked successfully. Parties haying one for sale or EXCHANGE, address W.G. BAKER, Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. BULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. TWELVE FINE DARK BRAHMA HENS (Wade and Wil- liams’ Strain), will exchange for Light Brahmas of the same strains, or will sell at much below their value, for cash. Address E. R. FRAZIER, Plattsburg, N. Y. FOR EXCHANGE, or will SELL, a thoroughbred English Grey- houud Slut, mouse color, about 15 months old, measures 63 inches from point of nose to tip of tail, 27 inches high at shoulder; price, $50, or will exchange for other dogs. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa, 156 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ges” Two of the edible dogs of China are now on exhi- bition at the Zoological Gardens in Paris. If it be found easy to acclimatize them, it is proposed to introduce this new article of food. The dogs in question are small and hairless and enormously fat. They are fed solely on vegetable food, a regimen which imparts a rare delicacy to their flesh. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl ‘ The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)... 9 00 The Pigeon Book GS 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ 1 25 The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders) 75 American Bird Fancier. .... 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... 30 Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 vis. 6 The stated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, each... én STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 4a- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE -@§ AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. NOW IN PRESS. Price, $1.00. READY SOON. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. BE SURE To send to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn., for his NEW ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE of the leading, and most profitable varieties of FANCY AND PURE BRED POULTRY, z WITH PRICES OF EGGS FOR HATCHING, From choice coops! Glad to write fully to correspondents! CLAIRBORNE and HEATH WOOD GAME FOWLS for sale. Bred for the pit. very fowl warranted to stand eteel. Weight of Stags from 5 to 6 lbs. Eggs, $6 per 13. S. L. CUMMINGS, Rowley, Essex Co., Mass. CHARLES E. TUTTLE, SAVIN HILL, BOSTON, DARK BRAHMAS. Boston Poultry Exhibition, 1874. 1st Premium on Fowls, 2d Premium on Chicks, 3d Premium on Fowls and Chicks, 4th Premium on Fowls, 5th Premium on Chicks, Special No. 9.—For best ten trios Chicks and two of Fowls, “ “« 10.— « « « “« GC Chow Collection of Dark Brahmas. Fowls and Chicks for sale. FOR SALE CHEAP.—A choice lot of Dusty Miller and Black B. Red Game Fowl. Address G. W. WARNE & CO., ° 1305 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. FANTAILS.—Black, Blue, and Yellow wanted. Address, with price of first-class birds, Box 44, Lawrence, Mass. NATURALIST.—ARTHUR J. COLBURN, 486 Washington St., Boston, Mass., Naturalist Taxidermist. Tools, Supplies, and Artificial Eyes for sale. Send stamp for Priced Catalogue, and mention where you saw this advertisement. BACON & SPINNING, Breeders of Light Brahmas and Par- tridge Cochins. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahmas (Williams’ & Buzzell’s strains, $3 per setting; Partridge Cochins (Brackett’s strain), $4 per setting. Have for sale one Partridge Cochin Cockerel, very fine, at $8, and four Light Brahma Cockerels, at $5 each. P.O. address, Riverside Station, Fairfield Co., Conn. BUFF COCHINS FOR SALE, from the purest strains in the country, 5 Cockerels and 2 Hens, weight of Cocks from 10 to 12 lbs., Hens from 8 to 914 lbs. Egys $6 per 13, packed, delivered to Express. My fowls are from first-prize stock, perfectly pure in hackle. Address THOMAS P. HALE, Rowley, Essex Co., Mass. BUFF COCHIN EGGS, from standard fowls, $2 per setting, or three settings for $5. Fowls for sale in the Fall. Send for Circular; noth- ing sent C.O. D. J. H. STOWELL, Harrison Square, Mass, WHITE MICE.—A CAGE; willafford endless pastime and amuse- ment. Put a layer of dry earth or sand in the bottom of the cage to prevent the disagreeable odor; remove once a month, for sale by ALLEN H. FITCH, Jr., Walcott, N. Y., Breeder and Shipper of choice Land and Water Fowls, and pets of all kinds. EGGS! C.0.D. C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.O.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. HORACE K. OSBORN, Makes a specialty of SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS. My Fowls were awarded SILVER CUP! FIRST PREMIUM!! and SPECIAL PREMIUM!!! At the Fair of the Massachusetts Poultry Association, held in Boston, February, 1874. A limited number of Eggs for sale at $4 per dozen. No Circulars; write for what is wanted. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cambridgeport, Mass. THE NEW STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, As adopted at Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1874, by the AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Price, $1 per copy. For single copy, or wholesale, address E. S. RALPH, Sec’y A.P.A., Buffalo, N. Y. FRANK FITCH, CLYDE, N. Y., Breeder of Pure Bred Poultry and Berkshire Pigs, from imported stock. Eggs for hatching in season. Catalogue and package Mammoth Corn free, for stamp. 4a5~ Choice Seed Potatoes also for sale. WHO CAN BEAT THIS ?—I received at the Buffalo Show, 24 premiums and only exhibited 19 pairs of Pigeons; so that any one want- ing first-class Pigeons will do well to write me at once, with their order. I can supply POUTERS, most all colors. CARRIERS, Black, Dun, Blue, and Yellow. JACOBINES, Yellow, and White Mottled. TURBITS, Blue-Winged, Yellow-Winged, and Solid Yellow. ISABELLA POUTERS, Yellow and Red. TRUMPETERS, the best on this continent; Black, Solid Yellow, and Yellow Hungarian Trumpeters. Also, Latin or Ground Tumblers. 1 am now booking orders for the coming season, and to se- cure first-class birds orders must be sent at once with 25 per cent. of the purchase money, then I will book orders accordingly, and deliver the birds during the Summer or coming Fall. My FANTAILS are not ex- celled in this country. I can supply Red, Black, Blue, and White Cal- cuttas; also, Solid Yellow. Circulars and Engravings of Pigeons sent on receipt of six cents in postage stamps. A. GOEBEL, Mitchell, Ontario, Canada. MONTVUE POULTRY YARDS. PARTRIDGE COCHINS, DARK BRAHMAS, WHITE LEGHORNS, HOUDANS, W. F. BLACK SPANISH STANDARD STOCK. EGGS FOR SALE. FOWLS FOR SALE AFTER SEPT. 1st, 1874. Write for what is wanted. Address G. 0. BROWN, Montyue Poultry Yards, Brooklandville, Md. WANTED.—Parties having for sale first-class Beard Tumblers of all colors will find a purchaser by addressing, with price per pair, = Birds must be A 1. H. A. BROWN, Care of P. O. Box 180, N. Y. *“* BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. JOHIN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, Breeder of White and Par- tridge Cochins, Plymouth Rocks, and Light Brahmas. At the great Show in Portland, Me., my stock was awarded Two Silver Cups, Three Specials, and Eight Societies’ Premiums. EGGS from the above, $3 per doz. IEEGGS from Black Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. THE AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE.—As I was appointed by the American Poultry Association to get the latest revised Standard printed and bound, I have the best opportunity to get them at the earliest moment from the binder, and shall act as their agent. Price, $1. Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation. Send now and secure your copy from the first edition. WM. H. LOCKWOOD, Hartford, Conn. American Dominiques a specialty. I have sold my entire stock of LIGHT BRAHMAS to C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. FOR SALE.—two trios W. Polands, $7 per trio; one trio B. B. R. Games, $9; one pair Houdans, $6; Eggs from W. Polands, B. B. R. Games, W. Leghorns, Houdans, and Buff Cochins, $3 per doz. J. & C. V. FOWLES, Ithaca, N, Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 157 NATIONAL BEE JOURNAL.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘t Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS. E. S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y. Circular containing a few practical hints, and Price List of Fowls and Eggs, FREE. JOHN RUMBOLD, FOWLING CREEK, MD.—Light Brahmas and W. F.-B. Spanish Eggs, $2 per 13. W. Leghorn and Buif Cochins, $3 per 13. The location of these yards especially recommend them to South- ern buyers. Send your orders early. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—I will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 14: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R.Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &c. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. G. M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W.E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. WHITE AND PARTRIDGE COCHIN EGGS, from John J. Berry’s stock, $4.00 per 13. White Crested White Polish, from F. T. Sperry’s Stock Eggs, $4.00 per sitting of 18. Black Leghorns, from Reed Watson’s stock, $4.00 per 18. Dark Brahmas and White-Faced Black Spanish, very fine; eggs, $3.00 per 13. A very limited number of orders will be booked and filled in rotation. All eggs securely packed and fresh at time of shipment. J.C. FULLER, Vineland, N. J. T. 0. WARDWELL, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR DARK BRAHMAS, PARTRIDGE COCHINS & BANTAMS. At the Show held in Boston, February, 1874, my stock were awarded the following premiums: First Prize on Dark Brahma Chickens. Fourth ‘“ By es i Second ‘ Partridge Cochin “ First ‘ Silver Sebright Bantam Chickens. First “ “ a “ Fowls. Eggs carefully packed at $5.00 a setting. Address T. O. WARDWELL, NORTH ANDOVER, ESSEX CO., MASS. THE MASSACHUSETTS POULTRY ASSOCIATION, at their Third Annual Exhibition in Boston Music Hall, February 4th to 11th, 1874, awarded me the following Prizes and Special Premiums, viz.: 1st and 3d prizes on Partridge Cochin Fowls. 1st and 4th prizes on Partridge Cochin Chickens. All of the special premiums on Partridge Cochins. Ist, 2d, and 3d prizes on Golden Sebright Bantam Chickens. All of the Special Premiums on Golden Sebright Bantams. I exhibited no other variety, and shall make these my specialties this season. Will sell a few Partridge Cochins, including several prize-winning birds. Partridge Cochin Eggs, $8 per dozen. Address WM. H. BRACKETT, Washington National Bank, Boston, Mass, HOUDAN COCKERELS.—A few choice birds for sale at $2.50 each. Address A. P. GROVES, 34 South Delaware Ave., Phila., Pa. ‘IvNoIIN Toy durvys pueg ‘dasoTO “sar ‘MOHS OTVAATOE AHL LV ‘SNUOHDAT NMOUA NO TVIOUdS Pur pE ‘PZ “IST 400} T Li ee - Baez NNEY'S BROWN PRINCE KI ‘gst ‘10980010, ‘RANNIM “fA N. GUILBERT, EVERGREEN FARM, GWYNEDD, PA. Importer and Breeder of IMPROVED BLOODED LIVE STOCK, Horses, Cattle, Cotswold and Southdown Sheep, Chester, Berkshire, and Yorkshire Pigs. Toulouse, Bremen, and Hong Kong Geese; Cayuga, Rouen, Aylesbury and Musk Ducks; Bronze and White Turkeys. Dorkings, Brahma, Cochin, Guinea, and all other Fowl, Deer, Wild Geese, Swans, Pea Fowls, &c., Also, EGGS. at low prices. Best breeds of Dogs, Maltese Cats, Rabbits, &c. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. Eggs now ready for delivery from very choice stock, at $3.00 per dozen, packed and delivered at the express Office. Also a few fowls at reasonable prices. All orders must be accompanied with the cash. Address with stamp T. F. LAMB, 32 HUM- PHREY Street, NEW HAVEN, Conn. E. S. STARR, 882 Elk Street, Buffalo, N. Y., Breeder of Light Brahmas (Felch and Autocrat Strains), Partridge Cochins, and Brown Leghorns, carefully selected from the best strains in the country. Black B. R. Game Bantams from Crosby’s first premium stock. Can spare afew eggs from the above varieties, from same pens I breed from for myself, at $5 per setting of 13, carefully packed and delivered to Express Co. All cash orders promptly filled in rotation, or money returned. Two trios Partridge Cochin Chickens for sale, large fine birds; price, $15 per trio. Address as above, Lock Box No. 241. E. A. WENDELL, ALBANY, N. Y., RECEIVED 111 PREMIUMS at THREE FAIRS, last Fall, 1873. New York State Fair, held in this city, 26 first premiums, 14 second do. Western New York, at Rochester, 24 first premiums, 14 second premiums. Schenectady (County), 26 first premiums, 7 second premiums. White-Face Black Spanish, White Leghorns, per trio.. White, Buff, and Partridge Cochins, per trio... Light and Dark Brahmas, per trio.... White, and Grey Dorkings, per trio... Black, Red, and Brown-Red Game, bred for the pit, per trio. Houdans, Dominiques, and Silver Hamburgs, per trio......... - 12to 15 Black Red-Game, Grey Game, Gold-Lace, Nankin, and White Java Bantams, per trio.... 8to 15 Bronze Turkeys, Aylesbury an . 10 to 26 Fancy Rabbits, or Guinea Pigs, $3 per pair, 2 pair Fifty varieties of choice mated PIGEONS, $8 to $10 per pair. Pure bred fresh Eggs for hatching (except Turkeys), #4 per dozen, 2 dozen $7; 5 dozen $15; Turkey Eggs, $6 per dozen; 2 doz. $10, carefully packed. 6 varieties of DOGS, at reasonable prices. Birds, Cages, Wire for Coops, Fountains, &c. Orders by mail promptly shipped. E. A. WENDELL, 93 State St., Albany, N. Y. Send $1 for the plan of my Poultry House for six varieties, the cheapest, handiest, healthiest, and handsomest house ever built. Excelsior Poultry Yard in the Washington Park. Q EGGS may be obtained from the following varieties, for | ” hatching: Dark Brahmas, from imported stock; Light Brah- | S mas, from Williams and Felch stock; Buff Cochins, from Oo choice fowls, and pure bred White Leghorns. Price, $2 per 13 eggs. Address P.S. WYKOFP, Turbotville, iS] Northumberland Co., Pa. LOOK FOR CASH !—You can get any leading Journal or Paper, weekly or monthly, at club rates, with choice family groceries at T. D. ADAMS, AGENT. Store between Tenth and Eleventh Streets. Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. Eggs from any named fowl, from $1 to $6 per dozen. ty S A A FEW TRIOS or single birds of GOLDEN SPANGLED and GOLDEN and SILVER PENCILED HAMBURGS and eggs for sale by F. TAYLOR, OAKDALE, Delaware Co., Pa. FANCY PIGEONS.—JOHN SPEALLER, 1415 N. Fourth St., Phila- delphia, Breeder, Importer, and Dealer in all varieties of Fancy Pigeons, A large lot on hand always, Orders by mail promptly attended to. 158 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. WHITE POUTERS.—One pair good blowers, very stylish, well booted on good long legs. Price $40. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. NORTHWESTERN POULTRY JOURNAL. Byery poultry breeder or fancier should send ten cents for a specimen copy of this new illustrated 16 page poultry monthly, before subscribing for any other. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Editor Poultry Journal. Minneapolis, Minn. PIGEON. FOR SALE.—Ped. Houdans, 1 Cock, 4 Hens, $25; can prove pedi- gree. Bggs of Light Brahmas, that took premiums, William’s strain, and of Ped. Houdans, $3 per doz., each kind; cash must accompany order. Satisfaction guaranteed. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa. WALNUT HILL POULTRY YARD.—All orders received for Eggs from my fine Butf Cochins and Dark Brahmas, at the following price, $3 per dozen. ‘TI use the Cushion Bottom Packing Box.” Address P. NEATHER, No. 9 West Fifth St., Cincinnati, O. SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—Pairs, trios, or Cock- erels, of my well-known strain, for sale at moderate prices. All of my birds have white ear-lobes, good wing-bars and tails, and their markings are round “moous,” or spangles, not crescents or pencillings. None will be shipped save of my own breeding. WM. R. HILLS, Albany, N. Y. ¥—Choice imported and homebred birds. W. A. BURPED, 1332 Arch St., Philadelphia. “TRUMPETERS of all colors, and markings, from $3 to $40 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.— One or two good trios at reasonable prices. Address 4 J. GC. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE COCHIN COCKERELS and PULLETS.—Berry and Williams’ cross. Singly, in pairs or trios. GEO. W. WHITE, 83 Main Street, Buffalo, N. Y. PHEASANTS.—GoLDEN AND SILVER CHINESE PHEASANTS.—A choice lot just received, in fine condition, which we can sell at the low price of $35 per pair. Carefully boxed to go any distance. LOUIS RUHE, 98 Chatham Street, N. Y. | RED JACOBINS.—One pair, $3; three pair, $4; two pair, $5; one pair, $6; one pair, $8. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. WING TURBITS.—1I have Red, Yellow, Black, Dun, Blue, and Silver, at $3, $M, $5, 8, $10, $12, $15 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. THE BES Er O OT. —A large, handsomely illustrated - Descriptive Catalogue, containing 18 illustrations of the best breeds, with descriptions from the New American Standard, will be sent postpaid on receipt of 15 cents. The work contains 16 pages (7x10 in. each), and is printed in excellent style, on tinted paper, with an illuminated cover. It also contains many valu- able hints relative to the care of poultry, together with a description of the symptoms of many of the diseases of fowls, and their remedies. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Proprietor Excelsior Poultry Yards, Erie, Pa. STANDARD FOWLS AND CHICKS FOR SALE. BUFF COCHINS. Breeding Stock. Imported. WHITE COCHINS. ‘ Ke PARTRIDGE COCHINS, “ ‘ BLACK COCHINS. Selected Stock. DOMINIQUE COCHINS. First Premium Stock. PLYMOUTH ROCK. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. S.S. HAMBURGS. Breeding Stock. Imported. HOUDANS. First Premium Stock. SILVER POLISH. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Breeding Stock. Imported. BROWN « « « « “ “ RED PILE GAME. Breeding Stock. Selected. WHITE GAME. te sf BS GINGER RED GAME. “ a se BLUE < sf Very Fine. SPANGLED GAME. ee a BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Bantams. Breeding Stock. Im- ported. Cock, 16 ounces; Hens, 13}4 ounces. GOLDEN SEBRIGHT. Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Circular and Price List. Address G. W. DICKINSON, Warren, Ohio. EGGS FOR HATCHING. BERKSHIRE PIGS. SOUTH- DOWN SHEEP. ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR. SEND STAMP. A. H. HOWARD, Omro, Wis. HELMETS.—Red, black, and yellow at $2 per pair. They are the prettiest:and cheapest of all the fancy stock. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. H. K. PAYNE, Albany, New York, can furnish Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Partridge Cochins; B. B, Red, Silver Duck- wing, and Golden Sebright Bantams, Satisfaction guaranteed. All orders promptly filled, or money refunded, WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. From J. B, Smith’s Strains, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. FOR SALE VERY LOW, to close out asurplus—30 fine young Light Brahmas, reliable stock. Also, Houdans, and Gold-Laced, Silver- Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. For particulars, address A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS. At Show of Western Pennsylyania Poultry Society, held at Pittsburgh Pa., January 6th to 10th, I was awarded the following premiums: p 1st and 2d Premium on Dark Brahma Fowls and all the Specials. ry ist “ « « « Chickens 2d and 3d Ms “ Buff Cochin Fowls. 3d a ae «Chicks. Ast st and Specials on Silver-Spangled Hamburgs. 2d and 3d ie on Golden-Pencilled Hamburgs. 3a « Gh tikes « «i 2d and 3d “ “ Houdans. Ast s “ Aylesbury Ducks, and Special. 1st and 2d rt “ Rouen a as ce 1st ce “ Cayuga A 1st re “ Bremen Geese. 2d Ma “ Toulouse “ 2d oH “ Bronze Turkeys. 2a « « White Se Society’s Prize Best Collection Dark Brahmas. G a a & Asiatics. Eggs from above varieties at $5 per setting. Good Birds for sale. Three Dark Brahma Cocks, solid black breasts, at $20 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, solid black breasts, well-feathered legs, at from $6 to $15 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, slightly mottled on breast, at from $3 to $5 each. Fine youny Partridge Cochins, very low, to close out this breed. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. WAVING SOLD my entire stock of Dark Brahmas to A. A. Miller, of Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., I will give my attention to Light Brahmas, Dominiques, and Aylesbury Ducks. Eggs from the above for sale. All first-prize birds. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. ONE BUFF COCHIN COCK and three Pullets (Dodge & Kelly strain), price $10, and eight Partridge (‘ochin Cockerels (very fine), at $2.50 each. Also, FERRETS for Sale. Address : H. C. NICK, West Millereek, Erie Co., Pa. DOGS FOR SALE, CH{HEAP.—Two Setter Pups, nine months old, partially yard broke. Or would exchange one for Fancy Pigeons. For further particulars, address E. G, STETSON, Farmer Village, Seneca County, N. Y. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the wings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, 1814 inches long, good legs, nicely booted, and in marking is well suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. 2 Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. _ POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 1814 inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 1714 inches long, quite well marked, well booted and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. Price, $30. Address MITCHELL COLUMBARY.—Fancy Pigeons in great variety. Yellow, Black, and Blue Fantails, and Carriers, a specialty. I would call attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an opportunity to procure them is rarely afforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. F. F. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past FALL. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change Nursery Stock forstandard pure bred Poultry. For information and Price List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills. Cc. G. SANDFORD, 458 Frrenpsuip STREET, Providence, R. L., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas. Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per doz. FOR SALE.—ELEGANT LITHOGRAPHS OF POULTRY, from Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry. Four lithographs in one frame, rosewood and gilt, price $3.00 each, or $37.50 per lot of thirteen frames, and fifty-two lithographs. EBEN. P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. GRAWES’ INCUBATOR can be seen in working order at 26 N. Market Street, Boston, Mass. Send for Circulars. JACOB GRAVES. Ww. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensvyille, Pa., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains, Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. GAME FOWLS! GAME FOWLS!!—Send for Price List to J. A. BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 159 FOR SALE.—One pair of Imported Fantail Bantams. Price $10, E. C. Osborn, Box 165, Albany, N. Y. BUFF COCHINS. PHILADELPHIA, August 20, 1873. FRIEND MiILuER: Your favor, with $— in full for my entire stock of Buffs, old and young stock of this year, is received. JOS. M. WADE. A few first-class Trios for sale. Also, Light and Dark Brahmas, Par- tridge Cochins, Hamburgs, Aylesbury and Rouen Ducks. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny, Pa. FOR SALE. 4 Hens and 1 Cock, Dark Brahmas, Williams & Warner’s Stock... 8 Hens and 1 Cock, White Cochins, Philander Williams’ Stock. 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Black Cochins. 1 trio Light Brahmas......... ........... 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Leghorns, O. A. Pitkin’s Stock. Address BRONZE TURKEYS.—Hatch of 1873. $10 per pair. Adult birds at special rates. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. To, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. BLACK-BREASTED REDS.—I would state to the public that I shall dispose of my stock of Black-Breasted Red Games before January ist. Those wishing to purchase at prices to suit can address at once, 8. E. CLARK, Cor. See’y, Hartford, Conn. SUGAR MAPLE, White Ash, and Red Beach, 50c. per 100; $2 per 1000. Tulip, Linden, and Sweet Chestnut, $3 per 100; $15 per 1000. By mail, 25¢c. per 100 extra. Send stamp for catalogue and description, A. BATTLES, Girard, Pa. BARB PIGEONS.—I have for sale, to reduce stock, some promis- ing young Barbs, out of imported and home-bred stock. Also, a few other varieties. Address, with stamp. J.B. TOWN, 371 Gay St., Baltimore, Md $2 FOR 13 EGGS ! from premium strains of Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White and Dominique Leghorns, Bantams, and Ducks. Best stock in the country ! SEND YOUR ORDER EARLY, accompanied with cash, to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Send for Circular and price of Fowls. POUTERS, 30 PAIRS FOR SALE.—Three pairs, at $4 per pair. Two pairs, at $5 per pair. Four pairs, at $6 per pair. Five pairs, at $8 per pair. Thirteen pairs, at $10 per pair. Three pairs, at $12 per pair. FANTAILS FOR SALE.—Thirteen pairs, at $4 to $10 per pair; very pretty birds. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md EGGS FOR SALE.—I am now booking orders for Eggs, delivered any time after February 15th, from my first-prize pedigree stock of Light Brahmas (Cock Recherche, mated with P. Williams’ and Felch Hens), at $6 per dozen. Dominique Eggs, $3 per dozen. Black African Bantam Eggs, $2 per dozen. Aylesbury Duck Eggs, $6 per dozen. All of which are first-class first Prize Stock. Eggs packed with care in patent boxes. Two fine Aylesbury Drakes for sale, direct from imported stock. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. MADAME DE LINAS’ LIGHTNING VERMIN ERADICATOR. y It is the best, safest, and quickest, and only sure destroyer of Fleas and Lice on Fowls, Dogs, Cattle, Horses, &e. Also, sure death to Moths in Fur. Sample boxes mailed, 50 cents. Agents wanted. v HENRY C. CARTIER & CO., Manufacturing Agents for U.S., 720 Broadway, N. Y. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—A few pairs or trios of good Birds, at low figures. Address JAMES FISK, Care of 89 N. Ninth St., Philada, Pa. A. M. CAREY, SELINSGROVE, PENNA., Breeder of Wirst-Class Fowls. Good specimens of the following vari- eties for sale now at very low prices: Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins Houdans, Silver-Laced and Black Red Game Bantams, Y CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A, MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghny Co., Pa. Address FANCIERS’ AGENCY, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY FOWLS, PIGEONS, RABBITS, AND PETS ofall kinds. GROUND BEEF AND PORK SCRAPS, GROUND BONE, GROUND OYSTER-SHELL. HAMBURGS AND BANTAMS. EGGS from Imported GOLDEN AND SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS, GOLDEN AND SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, $4 PER DOZEN. A few trios Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of Bantams at $8 to $12. Also, extra Cockerels to spare. FANCY PIGEONS. GEORGE F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. I have sold the Store 39 N. Ninth St., TO J. C. LONG, Jr., And now wish to dispose of my surplus LIGHT and DARK BRAHMAS, And all my FANCY PIGEONS, except my Antwerps, Owls, and Turbits. REASONABLE PRICES. LIGHT BRAHMA EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN, JOS. M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. DARK BRAHMA — EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. JOS. M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. FANCY PIGEONS.—I have on hand an immense quantity of Fancy Pigeons which I wish to dispose of for want of time to give them proper attention. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Phila. GOLDEN-SPANGLED POLANDS.—A few pairs or trios for sale at #5 per pair, and $7 per trio, fine birds; cash to accompany the order, Address D. B. BROWN, Peace Dale, Washington Co., R. I. THE RHODE ISLAND Poultry and Columbarian Society will hold their First Annual Exhibition at HOWARD HALL, Providence, R. I., March 4th, 5th, and 6th, 1874. : Premium lists and entry blanks will be ready for delivery on and after Monday, Feb. 2d. Information will be furnished upon application to W. L. TOBEY, Secretary, Valley Falls, R. I., or to J.T PECKHAM, President, Lock Box 30, Providence, R. I. Any one wishing to offer any special premiums will please communi- cate with either of the above, stating upon what they wish it placed. Such offers will be very acceptable to the Society. BULL DOG FOR SALE.—EFxtra fine, one and a half years old. White, with colored spot on the face. Free from scars, and a perfect specimen. Price $30. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, No. 39 N. Ninth St., Phila., Pa. 160 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE, it = myself. Breeder of choice LIGHT BRAHMAS. Having had remarkable success with this breed for the past few years, I have concluded to offer a limited number of EHegs from the same fowls I am breeding from Orders booked in rotation as received. $5 per doz. WM. FE. FLOW ER, PA., SHOEMAKERTOWN, COL. WOOD’S MUSEUM. SECOND GRAND NATIONAL DOG SHOW WILL BE HELD AT COL. WOOD’S MUSEUM, PHILAD’A, Commencing MONDAY, MARCH 16th, 1874. TWENTY-FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS IN COSTLY AND BEAUTIFUL PREMIUMS. Dog Fanciers and others interested in the improvement of THE CANINE RACE Are solicited to aid this grand enterprise by forwarding dogs from any part of the country for exhibition and competition. It is the intention of the management to present upon this occasion the LARGEST VARIETY OF DOGS That were ever placed on public exhibition, including some of the most beautiful and talented animals in the world. Catalogues and information can be had by addressing COL. WOOD'S MUSEUM, Philadelphia. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL JOB PRINTING OFFICE. WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF FANCY AND PLAIN JOB PRINTING, SUCH AS CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &c., &e. IN CASES WHERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- PENSATION. 89> THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. WM. H. CHURCHMAN, CLAYMONT, DELAWARE IS NOW BREEDING ONLY LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. NOTICE. AVING removed to Philadelphia and purchased the stock and fix- tures of store 39 North Ninth St., formerly occupied by J. M. WADE, I propose keeping at all times a full stock of FARM AND FANCY POULTRY, Aquatic Fowls, Song and Ornamental Birds, Pigeons in great variety. Plain and Fancy Cages, Aquariums, Gold Fish and Globes, Dogs, and pet animals of all kinds. A full supply of Books treating on these subjects and everything necessary to a well-ordered Poultry Yard or Aviary. Particular attention paid to stocking Pigeon Lofts; prices according to quality. PIGEONS, FOWLS, AND ANIMALS IMPORTED TO ORDER. Correspondence solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. REFERENCES : J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. E. 8. Ougley, Auburn, N. Y. W. H. Churchman, Claymont, Del. | N. B. Sherwin, Cleveland, Ohio. Philander Williams, Taunton, Mass. | Dodge & Kelly, Ravenna, Ohio. H. H. Stoddard, Hartford, Conn. W. H. Todd, Vermillion, Ohio. A. B. Estes, New York City. H. S. Huidekoper, Meadville, Pa. J. K. Felch, Natick, Mass. Address J. C. LONG, JR., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa FANCIERS: AND PROWL Ye EXO rrAuN Gili: JOUR Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, SEX OF EGGS. In our time we have heard of many people who have thought that they had discovered how to produce “‘ sexes at will.”” We confess to be an unbeliever in this doctrine, and do not think # was ever intended that mankind should ever discover thig secret. But during the past year we have had brought to our notice no less than three experiments, which seem to have been entirely successful in selecting eggs that would produce male or female as desired; and as the season of hatching is upon us, and the experiment can be It will be seen that in No. 1 the air-cham- ber is directly at the apex or blunt end of the egg; this will hatch a lively cockerel, of quick growth, and light plumage. No. 1. tried without labor or expense, we have decided to give the information to our readers, and have had the following dia- grams made to illustrate the subject more plainly. K. B. Edwards says in his pamphlet, which we reprinted some time ago, ‘Select only eggs pointed at the ends, avoid- ing any that have a tendency to roundness of form; also examine the position of the air cavities in the eggs, and only retain those that have them placed directly at the apex of This is the kind re- jected by all the experi- menters so far, as it ‘twill be good for noth- ing but the pot.” No. 2. MARCH 12, 1874. the blunt or large end, avoiding all that have them placed at all to the side. In this way eight eggs out of ten will Mr. Pyle says this will hatch a pullet of quick, healthy growth, and good laying quali- ties. No. 3. produce cockerels.”’ The following is from a correspondent of the London Journal of Horticulture: ‘One of your correspondents revives the old question about the sex of eggs; I send you my experience. Last winter an old country poultry-keeper told me he could dis- This will also hatch a pullet, but of slow growth, a poor layer, inclined to be mascu- line, and will sometimes crow. No.4. tinguish the sex in eggs; I laughed at him, and was none the less sceptical when he told me the following secret: ‘Eggs with thé air-bladder on the centre of the crown of the egg will produce cockerels, those with the bladder on one side will produce pullets.’ The old man was so certain of the truth of this dogma, and his poultry-yard so far con- firmed it, that I determined to make experiments upon it this year. I have done so, carefully registering every egg ‘bladder vertical’ or ‘bladder on one side,’ rejecting every one in which it was not decidedly one or the other, as in some it is only very slightly out of the centre. The follow- 162 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ing is the result: Fifty-eight chickens were hatched, three are dead, eleven are yet too young to decide upon their sex : of the remaining forty-four every one has turned out exactly true to the old man’s theory. This, of course, may be an accidental coincidence, but I shall certainly try the experi- ment again. Iam now trying the same theory upon ducks’ e )) 44 eggs. But to make the matter more sure we will give the experi- ments of Wm. J. Pyle, of West Chester, Pa., who writes: “T herewith send you my ‘egg mystery,’ and if you will follow my instructions closely you will succeed every time. Last summer I hatched one hundred and twenty-two chicks from eggs selected on this principle, one hundred and nine- teen of which were pullets. I always select eggs of medium size, believing them to be best for this purpose. I then get a large lamp (kerosene), and take an egg in my right hand, between the thumb and two forefingers, big end uppermost, and hold it as near to the light as possible, then lay the little finger of the left hand across the middle of the egg. This will throw the light in the egg; then turn it around slowly, and you will perceive a dark spot the size of a three-cent piece directly in the centre of large end, or on one side, as in diagrams Nos. 1, 2, 3, and 4. “As I raise poultry for eggs and for market, I of course set only eggs like No. 3, with a few of No. 1 to replace the cocks of last year. “Tt would be well for an amateur to break a few eggs, empty out the contents, and examine the large end where the air-chamber in the different positions as in diagram will be distinctly seen.”’ ; We hope that the fanciers who read the above will try the experiment carefully, and report through the Fanciers’ Journal as soon as satisfied whether the theory is correct or not. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. J. M. Wans, Esq. Dear Sir: Yours of the 27th inst. received, containing a slip from the Ohio Farmer, in which one F. W. Babcock, of Fair Haven, Conn., makes a slanderous attack upon the members composing the American Poultry Association. Really I do not believe that the article emanated from his brain, but that it was instigated by another. From the fact that he was obliged to send the questionable article to an agricultural journal in a distant State, where he was not known, in order to get it published, will be, beyond a doubt, positive evidence to the readers of poultry journals that the article would not have been published by them. IT look upon it as the most uncalled-for, untruthful, and venomous attack upon the strongest, most prosperous, and dignified body of men ever assembled together for any honorable purpose; also upon the organization, composed, as it is, of the masses of fanciers—prominent, solid, and active men of the United States and Canada. The writer of the article shows himself to be a weak- minded individual, influenced by another, whose mind is not only weak, but whose principles would debar him from the society of such as are connected with the American Poultry Association. The whole article is a distortion of the truth, interspersed with—well, to give them no milder terms—lies, and it would affect the high moral character and dignity of the Associa- tion to tuke any notice of it whatever, other than to treat it with silent contempt. Yours truly, W. H. CuurcuMan. CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, February 28th, 1874. For the benefit of those who do not take the agricultural papers, we republish the letter of Mr. Babcock in full, which called out the above answer from Mr. Churchman, President of the American Poultry Association : THE NEW POULTRY STANDARD. It must be apparent to all readers of the Ohio Farmer, who are interested in the breeding of fancy poultry, for either pleasure or profit, that a great outrage has been per- petrated upon them in the revision of the ‘Standard ”’ by the so-called American Poultry Association, which met in Buffalo, January 14th, and Boston, February 5th. I do not make this charge on my own responsibility alone, but am sustained in so doing my many of the leading poultry- breeders of America, whose comments upon this outrage I shall take the liberty to quote further on. This Association has nothing whatever in its organization, method of meeting or results, that is worthy of the title American. The first American Standard, issued in May, 1871, and which has done such noble service in the poultry interest every where, was adopted in open meeting with free member- ship to every man, woman, and child owning or interested in poultry, the opinions of all receiving due weight and attention; and thus if every one was not heard it was their own fault. On the other hand, the standard of 1874 has been adopted by a select few, with closed doors, an admission fee of three dollars being charged, and if unpaid the fancier was excluded. This standard aims to represent the particular points bred to by ‘‘that crowd,’ and all persons not liking it can solace themselves as best they may with the old one, which is now declared worthless. Will the rank and file of American fanciers swallow this pill so nicely prepared for them remains to be seen, but, it is safe to assume that they will not. In this connection I received a letter, a few days since, from an American authority on poultry matters who declined to sub- mit to any such tax, or to act in such ‘air-tight star-cham ber get-up,”’ and was of course put out. That many good men and careful breeders attended this meeting, there is no doubt, but many of them will ere long realize that there is a ‘wheel within a wheel,’”? and unless this whole patched-up standard is revoked at once, the poultry interest will be run in a “ring”? which would do eredit to Tweed & Co. Let the mass of our fanciers hold a mass meeting at once, and adopt a standard which shall merit the broad and meaning title of American. In elosing I will annex a short extract from the American Rural Home for January 31st, and which but faintly expresses the indigna- tion that is brewing, and will ere long break around the ears of the aristocrats of the ‘‘American”’ Poultry Association : ““We believe in freedom of speech, freedom of thought, freedom of action, and a free interchange of views on this subject of fixing an American standard. No close corpora- tion or secret deliberation on a matter that affects all classes of breeders will be allowable by American fanciers. Because one man breeds a certain class of fowls to his own notion, it is no reason why other breeders should be obliged or com- pelled to follow out his ideas just because he got them adopted by a minority of breeders while in secret session. There is nothing right about such proceedings, it is anti-republican and anti-democratic in principle, and will not be acknowl- edged by the majority of breeders in this country. If there is any tinkering of our present standard needed (which we admit there is), let it be done with open doors, and in public. In this manner the present stundard was adopted, add breeders being invited to participate in the proceedings, and discuss the several points of fowls as they were presented.” FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 163 tems Suteresting and Amusing. Rae WILD pucks are plentiful in the Delaware, between Lackawaxen and Hancock. y@e THERE is an orange tree in one of the gardens at Paris, that has reached the respectable age of 400 years. Gites VAN Deusen, of Hudson, shot a Paraguayan duck in Claverack creek, last week. This species is rare in these parts. ne@s- A RosENDALE (Ulster county) butcher, captured a wild duck, which flew against him as he was carrying a lan- tern, a few evenings since. p@s- Perer Cocuran, last week shot two wild cats, on the Round Top, the heavier one weighing 27 pounds. D. M. Stewart, also shot a big one. pa@e Turoporus Van Wyck, of East Fishkill, caught eight foxes last year, and three this year, by the use of strychnine. yag> P. S. Evory, and E. D. Slater, of Cairo, went out gunning on Monday, 26th inst., and after an absence of only two hours, returned with three lusty raccoons, the united weight of which was 33 pounds. p@s> THE trade in ostrich feathers between the Cape of Good Hope and England, amounts in value, to $200,000 a year. The birds are reared like pheasants, and their feath- ers are worth fifty guineas per pound. yegs- Tut Acclimation Society of Cincinnati have pro- cured three thousand dollars’ worth of birds from Germany, among them many varieties entirely new to this conntry, which they intend to let loose in the spring. fi@s> A Georata paper tells of an attempt by a powerful eagle to carry off a girl fourteen years old. It says the bird lifted her from the ground several times and carried her some distance. She was severely wounded by its beak and talons, her sides and arms being terribly lacerated. pes- An Exursition of canaries and other song and cage birds, at the Sydenham Crystal Palace recently, was the most extensive that has ever been held in the country. There were no less than 1300 entries, of which 600 were canaries, and the remainder thrushes, bullfinches, gold- finches, mules, nightingales, starlings, lories, parrots and paroquets. The cages were ranged in a double row, in a handsome pavilion, which had been erected in the south nave for the accommodation of the feathered songsters, talkers, and screamers, and every cage was so placed as to be easily accessible to the spectator. ye@g~ Tuts wonderful dog story is told by the Boston Traveller: G. F. Richardson, of Lowell, owns a magnifi- cent Newfoundland dog. Mrs. Richardson took the chil- dren and dog to the photograph saloon, to have the group taken; but the dog was in a wilful mood. and weuld not pose, and was turned out. The next day the dog put in an appearance at the saloon and scratched at the door till he was admitted; he then proceeded directly to the spot assigned him the day before, and placed himself in the exact position desired by the artist. The photograph was taken, and when completed put into a box and given to the dog, who carried it directly to his master. f@s- Saakina Down Crows.—A Delaware correspon- dent of the Baltimore American, writes these queer stories about crows: ‘A novel amusement, which is at present in- dulged in to a great extent in the upper part of this State, is crow shooting, as a substitute for pigeon matches. and customs are the same in either case. The rules The substitute was made out of a sort of humanitarian notion among the people, as well as to pecuniarily benefit residents about Reedy Is- land, in the Delaware, from whence the crows are taken. I have been told that this spot is the favorite roosting ground of these birds, and that towards nightfall they congregate there by thousands. When darkness overspreads the island, the catchers enter among the low trees with bags, and cap- ture any desired number, simply plucking them from the limbs like so much fruit. The birds cannot fly in the dark- ness, and even if shaken from their roosts, they cling to the first object that comes within reach. It is said that a man standing beneath the tree from which the birds are shaken, with outstretched arms, will soon be covered with them.’’ Ras SALMON IN THE PotoMAc.—lItis satisfactory to believe that in afew years the Potomac will be stocked with salmon, one of the finest and most desirable of food fishes. As stated recently, over 30,000 young fish of this species have been placed in one of the tributaries of the Potomac. The ex- periment of stocking rivers with different kinds of fish bas been very successful in many instances, and there is no reason why the salmon should not thrive in the Potomac as well as in other waters in the same latitude on the Pacific side. The 30,000 young salmon referred to were placed in a small branch of the Shenandoah, near Winchester, Va.; this point being selected because there are no black bass there to gobble up the new-comers, and for the reason that the water is cool and clear and better adapted to their growth. By the time they get ready to go down the river they will have attained a sufficient size to be able to protect themselves from their enemies, the black bass. The young salmon re- main in the water where they are first placed until they weigh about a pound each, when they leave for thesea. In a few years they return weighing from five to fifteen pounds each.— Washington Star. wes + THE NEW HAMPSHIRE POULTRY SOCIETY. Tue seventh annual exhibition was held in the City Hall, Manchester, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, February 24th, 25th, and 26th, 1874. It was the largest exhibition ever held in the State of New Hampshire, and was a suc- The following are the awards: Light Brahmas.—Fow|s—Ist, Charles C. Russell, Nashua; 2d, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua; 3d, G. A. Brown, Keene. Chicks—Ist, Geo. F. Andrews, Nashua; 2d, G. A. Brown, Keene; 3d, Charles C. Russell, Nashua. Special for best trio Light Brahmas, Charles C. Russell, Nashua. Dark Brahmas.—Fowls—1st, John F. Reed, Nashua; 2d, W. E. Hood, Concord; 3d, C. M. Boynton, Concord. Chicks— Ist, John F. Reed, Nashua; 2d, W. T. Evans, Manchester ; 38d, C. M. Boynton, Coneerd. Special for best coliection Dark Brahmas, John F. Reed, Nashua. Special for best trio, John F. Reed, Nashua. Buff Cochins.—Fowls—Ist, A. T. Learnard, Derry ; 2d, Charlies C. Russell, Nashua; 3d, C. M. Boynton, Concord. Chicks—Ist, C. M. Boynton, Concord ; 2d and 3d, Charles C. Russell, Nashua. Special, best collection, Charles C. Russell, Nashua. Partridge Cochins.—Fowls, C. M. Boynton, Concord ; 2d and 8d, Wm. H. Knowles, Nashua. Chicks—Ist, C M. Boynton, Con- cord; 2d, C. F. Tilton, Concord; 3d, Williarn H. Knowles, Nashua. Special, best collection Partridge Cochins, Wil- cess. 164 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. liam H. Knowles, Nashua. Best trio Partridge Cochin Chicks, C. M. Boynton, Concord. Best collection Buff and Partridge Cochins, A. V’. Learnard, Derry. —Fowls—lst, C. L. Spaulding, Hudson; 2d, D. 5. Gilmore, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, C. L. Spaulding, Hudson; 2d, D. L. Gilmore, Manchester; 3d, C. L. Spaulding, Hudson. Two specials for best collection, and one for best trio Chicks, ©. L. Spaulding, Hudson. Black Cochins.—Fowls —lst, C. F. Holden, Hollis. Chicks—I1st, C. H. Colburn, Manchester; 2d, William. H. Knowles, Nashua; 3d, Sewell & Fisher, Concord. Special, best trio, C. H. Colburn, Man- chester. Silver Gray Dorkings.—Fowls—W. T. Garmon, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, J. A. Caverly, Manchester; 2d, S. A. Ordway, Manchester. Special, best trio, W. G. Gar- mon, Manchester. White Dorkings.—Fowls—lst, J. C. Warren, Manchester. Plymouth Rocks.—Fowls—Ist, O. A. Hamblett, Milford; 2d, Virgil C. Gilman, Nashua; 3d, William H. Knowles, Nashua. Chicks—lst, O. A. Ham- blett, Milford ; 2d, Hon. Virgil C. Gilman, Nashua. cials, two for best collection and one for best trio, O. A. Hamblett, Milford. Dominiques.—Chicks—Ist, George F. Andrews, Nashua; 2d, G. Goodwin, Derry; 3d, George F. Andrews, Nashua. Special, best trio, George F. Andrews, Nashua. Grade or Natives.—lst and 2d, E. C. Smiley, Goffstown ; 3d, J. B. Ellenwood, Manchester. Special, best collection, E CO. Smiley, Goffstown. burgs.—Fowls—Ist, I. B. Shallies, Concord; 2d, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua; 38d, I. B. Shallies, Concord. Chicks—lIst, J. C. Warren, Manchester; 2d, I. B. Shallies, Concord ; 3d, C. J. Edgerley, Manchester. Silver burgs —Chicks—lst and 2d, J. C. Warren, Manchester. Golden Pencilled Hamburgs.—Fow|s—I|st, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua. Chicks—lst, Andrew J. Tuck. Special, best Fowls and Chicks, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua. Golden Spangled Hamburgs —Chicks—I1st and special for best trio, | Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua. Black Hamburgs.—Chicks— Ist, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua. White Hamburgs.—Chicks— 1st and special, best trio, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua. cial, best collection Hamburgs, Andrew J. Tuck, Nashua. Black Spanish.—Fowls—Ilst, W. T. Evans, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, 2d, 3d, and special, W. T. Evans, Manchester. White Leghorns.—Fowls—lst, G. Blanchard, Wilton; 2d, A. C. Flanders, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, G. H. Flanders, Concord; 2d, John F. Reed, Nashua; 38d, G. Blanchard, Wilton. Special, best collection, Gardner Blanchard, Wil- ton; best Cock, A. C. Flanders, Manchester. Dominique Leghorns.—\st, Gardner Blanchard, Wilton. Brown Leg- horns.—Fowls—Ist, Albert Beard, Nashua. Chicks—lIst, 2d, and 3d, Albert Beard, Nashua. Specials, best trio and best collection, Albert Beard, Nashua. Best Cock, Albert Beard, Nashua. Creveceewrs —Chicks—lst and 2d, J. H. Symonds, Boston, Mass. Houdans.—Fowls—I|st, Gardner Blanchard, Wilton; 2d, H. M. Parker. Chicks—Ilst, Gard- ner Blanchard, Wilton; 2d, Willie A. Sewell, Concord. Special, best collection, Gardner Blanchard, Wilton. White Polish.—Fowls—lst, C. H. Colburn. Chicks—Ist and 2d, C. H. Colburn. Special, best collection, C. H. Colburn. White-crested Black Polish.Fowls—2d and 38d, ©. W. Drake, Concord. Silver Spangled Polish.—Fowls—1st and 2a, J. C. Warren, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, L. A. Gould, Manchester; 2d, J..C. Warren, Manchester. Special, best collection, J. C. Warren, Manchester. Golden Spangled Polish.—Fowls—1st, Gardner Blanchard, Wilton. Chicks —lst, J. H. Symonds, Boston, Mass. Blue Pile Game.— Fowls—ist, G. L. Tewksbury, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, B. F. Clark, Manchester; 2d, Hugh Tallant, East Concord. White Pile Game.—Chicks—Ist, E. P. Littlefield, Manches- ter; 2d, B. F. Clark, M.nchester. Fowls—lst, N. C. Lucier, Nashua; 2d, E. P. Littlefield, Manchester. Chicks—Ist, Sewell & Fisher, Concord. Heathwood Game.—Fowls—lst, E. P. Littlefield, Manches- ter. Strychnine Game.—Fowls—lst, E. P. Littlefield, Man- chester. Black-breasted Red Game.—I\st, N. C. Lucier, Nashua; 2d, O. A. Hamblett, Milford; 8d, Hugh Tallant, East Concord. Chicks—Ilst, E. P. Littlefield, Manchester ; 2d, C. F. Blaisdell, York, Maine; 38d, E.S. Smart, Lake Village. Black Tusselled Game.—Fowls—Dr. J. P. Walker, Manchester. Blue Gray Games.—Fowls—lIst, Dr. J. P. | Walker, Manchester. P. Walker, Manchester. Red Pile Game.—Fow|s—lst, Dr J. Chicks—lst, N. C. Lucier, White Cochins. | Spe- | Silver Spangled Ham- | Pencilled Ham- | Spe- | White Georgian Game.— | Nashua; 2d, H. H. Shaw, Milford; J. M. Durrell, Lake Village. Spangled Game.—Chicks—I1st, Dr. J. P. Walker, Manchester. Cleiborn Game.—Fowls—lst, E. P. Little- field. Chicks—Ist, N.C. Lucier, Nashua. Black-breasted | Red Game.—Chicks—lst, B. F. Clark, Manchester; 2d, E | P. Littlefield, Manchester. Marl Derby Game.—Chicks— Ist, EP. Littlefield, Manchester. Ginger Red Game.— Chicks—lst, E. P. Littlefield, Manchester. Yellow Duck- wing Game.—Fowls—\st, EH. P. Littlefield, Manchester ; 2d, Hugh Tallant, East Concord. Dominique:Game.—Fow|ls— lst, EH. P. Littlefield, Manchester. Brown-breasted Red Game.—Fowls—Ist, E. P. Littlefield, Manchester; 2d, N- C. Lucier, Nashua. Chicks—lst and 2d, B. F. Clark, Man- chester. Black-breasted Muff Game.—Fowls—I\st, HE. P. Littlefield, Manchester. Clepper Giame.—Chicks—I1st, E. P. Littlefield, Manchester. Blue Red Game.—Fowls—E. P. Littlefield, Manchester; 2d, B. F. Clark, Manchester Chicks—Ist, N. ©. Lucier, Nashua. Irish Red Game.— Fowls—lst, H. C. Shaw, Milford. Blue Tasseled Game.— Chicks—Ilst, N.C. Lucier, Nashua. Brown Tasseled Game. —Chicks—Ist, B. F. Clark, Manchester. Silver Gray Game.—Fowls—\1st, B. F. Clark, Manchester. Specials— One to J. P. Walker, Manchester; best White Georgian trio, N. C. Lucier, Nashua; best Black-breasted Red Game trio, N. C. Lucier; silver medal to E. P. Littlefield for having the best collection of Fowls and Chicks, not less than six varieties. Duckwing Game Bantams.—Chicks— Ist, Brad. J. Cilley, Manchester. Indian Game Bantams.— Fowls and Chicks—Ist, Woodbury & Young, Manchester. Black-breasted Red Game Bantams.—Fowls—I1st, Woodbury & Young, Manchester; 2d, Isaac Dean, Taunton, Mass. Chicks—Ist, Woodbury & Young, Manchester; 2d, Isaac Dean, Taunton, Mass. Special for best pair Black-breasted Red and Indian Game Bantams—Woodbury & Young, Manchester. Golden Sebright Bantams.—Fow|ls—Ist, Isaac Dean, Taunton, Mass.; 2d, N. W. Robinson, Milford. Chicks—1st and 2d, Isaac Dean, Taunton, Mass.; 3d, Mrs. C. C. Chase, Manchester. Silver Sebright Bantams.—Fowls— Ist, Isaac Dean, Taunton, Mass. Chicks—Ist, E. R. Perkins, Salem, Mass. White Bantams.—Fowls—lst, W. G. Garmon, Manchester. Chicks (booted)—Ist, W. G. Garmon, Man- chester. Specials—Best collection Gold Sebright Bantams, Isaac Dean, Taunton, Mass.; best collection White Ban- tams, W. G. Garmon, Manchester. Creepers.—Fowls and Chicks—lst and special, E. P. Couch, Concord. California Quails—lst, C. W. Davis, Manchester ; 2d, A. W. Sanborn, Manchester. Bronze Turkeys.—1st, John B. Sanborn, East Concord; 2d, C. L. Spaulding, Hudson; 3d, 8. C. Richard- son, Litchfled. Special for best collection, J. B. Sanborn, East Concord. Wild Black Eagle.—1st, John B. Sanborn, East Concord. DUCKS. Muscovy.—l1st, Hugh Tallant, East Concord. Indian Ocean.—I1st and 2d, A. EK. Martyn, Manchester. Cayuga.— Ist, C. F. Blaisdell, York, Maine. Rouen.—I1st, Albert Beard, Nashua. PIGEONS. White Pied Pouters.—lst, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Black Pied Pouters.—1st, C. C. Chase, Manchester. White Carriers.—lst, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Red Carriers.— Ist, C. C. Chase, Manchester. White Smooth-head Calcutta Fans.—Ist, C. C. Chase, Manchester. White Cap Calcutta Fans.—1st, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Black Calcutta Fans. —lst, C. C. Chase, Manchester; 2d, O. D. Sawyer. Yellow Barbs.—\st, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Yellow Jacobins.— Ist, ©. C. Chase, Manchester. Horseman.—Ist, C. CO. Chase, Manchester. Twrbits.—lst, C. C. Chase, Manches- ter. Brunswicks.—lst, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Arch- angels.—I1st, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Ring Doves.—|st, C. C. Chase, Manchester. White-winged Magpies.—\st, C. C. Chase. Manchester. Black Tumblers —1st, O. A. Ham- blett, Milford; 2d, C. C. Chase, Manchester. Bald-head Tumblers.—1st, John P. Ankarloo. German Song Bird — John P. Ankerloo. Special for best collection Pigeons, C. | C. Chase, Manchester. RABBITS. | Lop-eared Madugascai.—Four 1st and two 2d, and special ‘for best collection, D. §. Gilmore. White English.—l1st FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 165 and 2d, Brad. J. Cilley; special, H. A. Herrick. Mewi-| R.1.; 2d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Silver Swallows— can.—I1st, Brad. J. Cilley. Gray Squirrels.—1st, C. F. Hall. Brad. J. Cilley. White Mice.—l\st, SWEEPSTAKES. Best collection Fowls (not less than six varieties), E. P. Littlefield, Manchester, New England Agricultural Society silver medal, value $25; 2d, for similar collection, N. C. Lu- cier, Nashua, coin silver napkin-rings, value $10. Best collection Fowls of any pure breed variety, William H. Knowles, Nashua, New Hampshire Agricultural Society sil- ver medal, value $25. Largest Cock of any variety, Chas. C. Russell, Nashua. Stuffed Birds and Animals, J.T Rob- inson, Manchester. Flowers and Growing Plants, H. H. Huntress, Manchester. Exhibition Coop, O. A. Hamblett, Milford. OFFICIAL LIST OF PREMIUMS Awarded at the Third Annual Exhibition of the Massachusetts Poultry Association, held at Boston Music Hall, February 5th to 11th, 1874. (Continued from page 151, No. 10.) CLASS XV—ORNAMENTAL. White Call Ducks—Ist prize, M. I. Ellis, Norwood. Swans—lst prize, William P. Miller, Milford, Mass. ° COLUMBARIUM DIVISION. CLASS XVI.—PIGEONS. Black Badger English High Flyers—lst prize, Charles E. Mecum, Malden. Dark Mottled English High Flyers—1st prize, C. E. Mecum, Malden. Red Runts—Ist prize, Bow- man & Leavitt, Boston. Yellow Fantails—Ist prize, Phi- lander Williams, Taunton. Mottled Trumpeters—lst prize, H.S. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. ; 2d prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston ; 3d prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence, Mass. Spots— Ist prize, H.S. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. Silvered Dutcher— Ist prize, H. 8. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. Black Priests— Ist prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. Mottled Fantails— 3d prize, HK. H. Hero, Milford. White Fantails—tIst prize, L. H. Hero, Milford; 2d prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston ; 3d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. Red Jacobins—Ist prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater; 2d prize, J. 8. Car- penter, Attleborough. Best Colored Pigeons—H. 8. Ball, Shrewsbury. Best Colored Fantails—E. H. Hero, Milford. . Best Colored Short-Face Tumbler—George F. Seavey, Cam- bridgeport. Round-Head Fantails—lst prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport; 2d prize, E. H. Hero, Milford. Silver-Pied Pouters—Ilst prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridge- water. Black-Pied Pouters—lst prize, Benjamin White, Pawtucket, R. I.; 2d prize, F. O. Conant, Portland, Me. Red-Pied Pouters—Ist prize, Benjamin White, Pawtucket, R. I.; 2d prize, F. O Conant, Portland, Me. Mealy-Pied Pouters—Ist prize, Benjamin White, Pawtucket, R. I. White Pouters—Ist prize, F. O. Conant, Portland; 2d prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater ; 3d prize, H.S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Yellow Pouters—lst prize, F. O. Conant, Portland. Blue-Pied Pouters—Ist prize, F. O. Conant, Portland; 2d prize, H.S. Ball, Shrewsbury ; 3d prize, F. O. Conant, Portland. Pouters—3d prize, Eddie Cutler, Boston. Blue Dragons—lst prize, Clifton Church, Boston; 2d prize, Clifton Church, Boston. White Dragons—Ist prize, Clifton Church, Boston. Fantails.—Blue: 2d prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater, Fantails —Yellow Mottled: Ist prize, EH. H. Hero, Milford. Fantails.—Smooth Head, Black: Ist prize, George I. Seavey, Cambridgeport; 2d prize, J. W. Hunt, Milford, Mass. ; 3d prize, E. H. Hero, Milford, Mass. White Jacobins—Ist prize, H.S. Ball, Shrewsbury ; 2d prize, K. H. Hero, Milford. Yellow Jacobins—Ist prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston; 2d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury; 3d prize, E. H. Hero, Milford. Black Jacobins—Ist prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence, Mass.; 2d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrews- bury; 3d prize, Clifton Church, Boston. Black Nuns—I1st prize, E. H. Hero, Milford; 2d prize, E. H. Hero, Milford. White African Owls—lIst prize, Benjamin White, Pawtucket, 3d prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston. Red Tumblers—Ist prize, Charles E. Mecum ; 2d prize, K. H. Justice, Lawrence. German Tumblers—lst prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Black Mottled Inside Tumblers—Ist prize, R. H Justice, Lawrence. Starlings—Ist prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Red Barbs—Ist prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Yellow Barbs—lst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Black Barbs— Ist prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury; 2d prize, Benjamin White, Pawtucket, R. I. Black Trumpets—Ist prize, Bow- man & Leavitt, Boston. White Trumpets—Ist prize, Bow- man & Leavitt, Boston. Red-Capped Magpies—lst prize, T. William Harris, Rutland, Mass. English White Eyes— Ist prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. White Duns—lst prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Blue Bald Pates—Ist prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Red Spots—Ist prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Black Magpies—Ist prize, KE. H. Hero, Milford, Mass. ; 2d prize, H. 5. Ball, Shrewsbury. Blue Magpies— Ist prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury; 2d prize, H. S. Ball, , Shrewsbury. Yellow Capped Magpies—Ist prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Black Darts—lst prize, E. H. Hero, Milford. Almond Tumblers—lst prize, Philander Wil- liams, Taunton; 2d prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridge- port; 8d prize, Benjamin White, Pawtucket, R. 1. Black Kite Tumblers—lst prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridge- port; 2d prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston; 3d prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence, Mass. Mottled Tumblers—2d prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport. Black Button-Head Tumblers—Ist prize, H. 8. Ball, Shrewsbury. Big-Eyed Black Tumblers—lst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Black Bald-Head Tumbler—Ist prize, E. H. Hero, Milford, Mass.; 2d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. Yellow Tumblers— Ist prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence, Mass. Black-Tailed Turbits—lst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury ; 2d prize, Clifton Church, Bosten. Blue-Tailed Turbits—Ilst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Red-Wing Turbits—Ist prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury; 2d prize, Clifton Church, Bos- ton. Black Turbits—lst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. White Turbits—l1st prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury ; 2d prize, Clifton Church, Boston. Black-Wing Turbits—2d prize, R. H.. Justice, Lawrence. Blue Wing Turbits—lst prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence; 2d prize, E. W. Hall, Medford. Yellow-wing Turbits—Ist prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston. Blue Owls—lIst prize, H.S Ball, Shrews- bury; 2d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Red Check- ered Antwerps—2d prize, Clifton Church, Boston. Arch- angels—lIst prize, Bowman & Leavitt, Boston; 2d prize, T. Will Harris, Rutland, Mass.; 38d prize, H. S. Ball, Shrews- bury. White Carriers—lst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury ; 2d prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater ; 3d prize, Bow- man & Leavitt, Boston. Black Carriers—lst prize, H. 8S. Ball, Shrewsbury; 2d prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridge- port; 8d prize, J. W. Hunt, North Bridgewater. Yellow Carriers—lst prize, H. 8. Ball, Shrewsbury. Dun Car- riers—Ist prize, H. 8. Ball, Shrewsbury. Red Carriers— 1st prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury. Blue Antwerps—lst prize, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury; 2d prize, Clifton Church, Boston. Black Spots—lst prize, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Agate Tumblers—lst prize, George F. Seavey, Cambridge- port. CLASS XVII.—BIRDS. German Song Canary—Ist prize, Mrs. Frances A. Wise, Roslindale; 2d prize, Levi White, Quincy. Belgian Ca- nary—lst prize, male, John D. Galloway, Somerville; 2d prize, male, John D. Galloway, Somerville; Ist prize, fe- male, John D. Galloway, Somerville ; 2d prize, female, John D. Galloway, Somerville; special premium No. 104, best collection Canaries, John D. Galloway, Somerville; spe- cial premium No. 105, best collection of Birds in Class 17, Mrs. Frances A. Wise, Roslindale, Mass. Aviary Col- lection—lst prize, W. O. Shattuck, Boston; 2d prize, Mrs. Frances A. Wise, Roslindale; 3d prize, H. O. Neil. Bul- finch—Ist prize, Mrs. Frances A. Wise, Roslindale. Car- dinal Bird—1st prize, Mrs. Frances A. Wise, Roslindale. Parrots—lIst Prize, Charles F. Sander, Jamaica Plain. Song Thrush—lst prize, H. O. Neil, Boston Highlands. Califor- nia Valley Quail—Ist prize, A. D. Warren, Worcester. Goldfinch—Ist prize, Mrs. Frances A. Wise, Roslindale. 166 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. FUR-BEARING PETS. CLASS XVILI.—RABBITS. Madagascar Rabbits—Buek of any color: Ist prize, Rei- tenbach Bros., Boston. Best self-eolored buck: Ist prize, Reitenbach Bros , Boston. Best Doe of any color: Ist prize, F. A. Shurtleff, Somerset. Best broken-colored Doe: Ist prize, F. A Shurtleff, Somerset. Best broken-colored Buck: Ist prize, F. A. Shurtleff, Somerset —Domestic Rabbits— Best Doe: Ist prize, A. 8. Eldridge, Boston. Best Buck : Ist prize, A. S. Eldridge, Boston. Special premium No 106, best collection of fur-bearing pets, F. A. Shurtleff, Somerset. CLASS XIX.—MINOR PETS. Squirrels—Fox: Ist prize, Moses A. Wood, Cambridge. Red: Ist prize, Moses A. Wood, Cambridge. Gray: 1st prize, Moses A. Wood, Cambridge:—Best Collection of Mi- . nor Pets—Special premium, No. 107, Moses A. Wood, Cam- bridge. CLASS XX.—SUNDRIES. Best Incubator: Jacob Graves & Co., Boston. tificial Mother: Jacob Graves & Co., Boston. Best Exhi- bition Coop: E. PB. Lawrence, Worcester. Best Coop for Hen and Chickens: J. R. Achenbach, Saddle River, N. J. Heaviest Turkey: George Van Deever, Port Jackson, N. Y. Heaviest Goose: C. A. Johnson, Newburyport. Heaviest Duck—C. A. Johnson, Newburyport. Heaviest Cock, not less than 14 pounds: Sturtevant Brothers, South Framing- ham. Heaviest Cockerel, not less than 12 pounds: Sturte- vant Brothers, South Framingham. Heaviest Hen, not less than 11 pounds: Sturtevant Bros. Heaviest Pullet, not less than 10 pounds: Sturtevant Bros. Best Bird Cage, made by exhibitor: W. O. Shattuck, Boston. Stuffed Birds and Animals: Ist prize, N. Vickary, Lynn; 2d prize, N. Vick- ary, Lynn. Oil Painting, ‘“ Poultry:’’ 1st prize, C. E. Tuttle, Boston. Special premium No. 109, Best Oil Paint- ing of Dark Brahmas: C. E. Tuttle. President Williams did not enter his Asiatics for competi- tion (this year), but for exhibition only. Two trios of Aylesbury ducks, imported by General C. A. Johnson, of Newburyport, Mass., arrived from England too late to compete for premiums, but were placed on exhibition. A special committee appointed to inspect the ducks, re- ported that they were the best specimens they had ever had the pleasure of seeing. Best Ar- > oS + CENTRAL NEW YORK POULTRY ASSOCIATION. AWARD OF PREMIUMS. TuE Show has been a gratifying success as regards excel- lence, and it is to be hoped the Association will not lose financially by their initial venture. They have at least created capital for great custom at their succeeding fairs by the excellent manner in which they have conducted this one. The officers have labored indefatigably throughout the fair to make it the success it is, and they are deserving of great praise. A notable feature is the comparative dearth of complaint regarding the awards. The officers have all been obliging and efficient, and shown unmistak- ably that they know how to run a poultry show. Special attractions at the fair were a fine display of live fish, exhibited by Seth Green, Superintendent of State Fish- eries; a minkery, exhibited by A. Ressegue, of Verona; and an incubator for hatching eggs by artificial heat, ex- hibited by J. Graves, of Boston. The attendance at the fair has been large, but would doubtless have been greater had the weather been more favorable. The great duy was Friday, when the attend- ance was very large indeed. The unwinding of time will bring with it another fair in due season, and we hope a high!y profitable one financially as well as otherwise. The Association is determined to keep up the poultry show busi- ness, and have appointed Messrs. Warner, of New York Mills; Merry, of Ilion; and Howlett, of Syracuse, 1 com- mittee of three to visit the Western New York Poultry Fair, at Buffalo, and make observations for future benefit at Utica fairs. The awards by the judges are given below: CLASS I—ASIATICS. Best trio Light Brahma Fowls, C. A. Johnson, Newbury- port, Mass., $3; 2d, Seward Merry, Ilion, $2; 8d, do., commended. Best trio Light Brahma Chicks, Seward Merry, Llion, $3; 2d, do, $2; 3d, C. A. Johnson, New- buryport, Mass., commended. Best trio Dark Brahma Fowls, C. H. Townsend, Utica, $3; 2d, F. H. Loucks, Salisbury Centre, $2; 3d, Edward Warr, Utica, com- mended. Best trio Dark Brahma Chicks, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 2d, E. T. Batsford, Utica, $2; 3d, Edward Warr, Utica, commended Best trio Buff Cochin Fowls, Seward Merry, Ilion, $3; 2d, do., $2; 3d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, commended. Best trio Buff Cochin Chicks, Jeremiah Grant, Utica, $3; 2d, Seward Merry, Ilion, $2; 8d, Jeremiah, Grant, commended. Best trio Partridge Cochin Fowls, Seward Merry, Ilion, $3; 2d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 3d, G. W. Hicks, Oriskany, commended. Best trio Partridge Cochin Chicks, G. H. Warren, New York Mills, $3; 2d, do., $2; 3d, Sew- ard Merry, Ilion, commended. Best trio Black Cochin Fowls, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3. Best trio Black Cochin Chicks, @. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3; zd, L. B. Root, New Hartford, commended. Best trio White Cochin Fowls, F. H. Loucks, Salisbury Centre, 33 ; 2d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 3d, W. N. Dim- mick, Hubbardsville, commended. Best trio White Cochin Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3; 2d, J. M. Sey- mour, Westmoreland, $2; 3d, F. H. Loucks, Salisbury Centre, commended. CLASS JI—FRENCH. Best trio Houdan Fowls, Edward Warr, Utica, $3; 2d, A. Leach, Utica, $2; 8d, Edward Warr, Utica, com- mended. Best trio Creveceur Fowls, W. A. Fuller, Glen, $3. Best trio Creveeceur Chicks, E. T. Batsford, Utica, $3; 2d, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $2; 3d, J. M. Sey- mour, Westmoreland, commended. Best trio La Fleche Fowls, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3; 2d, J. M. Sey- mour, Westmoreland, $2. Best trio La Fleche Chicks, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3. CLASS ITI—SPANISH. Best trio White Leghorn Fowls, J. Y. Bicknell, West- moreland, $3. Best trio White Leghorn Chicks, Almon Leach, Utica, $3; 2d, do., $2; 3d, G. U. Brown, Unadilla Forks, commended. Best trio Brown Leghorn Chicks, A. Leach, Utica, $3; 2d, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $2; 3d, do., commended. Best trio Black Spanish Fowls, 8. P. Hallock, Oriskany, $8; 2d, George H. Warner, New York Mills, $2. Best trio Black Spanish Chicks, O. R. Babcock, New Hartford, $3; 2d, William Bailey, Utica, $2; 3d, George H. Warner, New York Mills, commended. CLASS IV—DORKINGS. Best trio White Dorking Fowls, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $8. Best trio White Dorking Chicks, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3; 2d, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $2. Best trio Silver Gray Dorking Chicks, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3. Best Colored Fowls. R. P. Wolcott, Holland Patent, $3. Best Colored Chicks, R. P. Wolcott, Holland Patent, $3; 2d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 8d, R. P. Wolcott, Holland Patent, com- mended. Best Dominique Fowl, O. Howland, Auburn, $3. Best Dominique Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3 ; 2d, O. Howland, Auburn, $2. Best Plymouth Rock Fowl, A. Leach, Utica, $3; 2d, O Howland, Auburn, $2. Best Plymouth Rock Chicks, A. Leach, Utica, $3. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 167 CLASS V—HAMBURGS. Best trio Golden Spangled Hamburg Fowls, J. Y. Bick- nell, Westmoreland, $3; 2d, Chester Wolcott, Trenton, $2; 3d, Johnson & Hague, Utica, commended. Best trio Golden Spangled Hamburg Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3; 2d, George H. Warner. New York Mills, $2; 3d, Jobn- son & Hague, Utica, commended. Second best trio Silver Spangled Hamburg Fowls, J. W. Jacobs, Holland Patent, $2. Best trio Silver Spangled Hamburg Chicks, Wm. R. Hills, Albany, $3; 2d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 3d, F. H. Loucks, Salisbury Centre, commended. Best trio Golden Pencilled Hamburg Chick, C. H. Warren, Verona, $3; 2d, J Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $2. Best trio Black Hamburg Chicks, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $3. CLASS VI—POLISH. Best trio White Poland Chicks, F. H Loucks, Salisbury Centre, $3: 2d, do., $2. Best trio Golden Poland Fowls, C. H. Warren, Verona, $3. Best trio Golden Poland Chicks, C. H. Warren, Verona, $3; 2d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2. Best trio Silver Poland Fowls, O. Howland, Auburn, $3. Best trio Silver Poland Chicks, Daniel A. Carter, Utica, $8; 2d, HE. A. Putnam, Syra- cuse, $3. CLASS VII—GAME. Best pair Black-breasted Red Game Fowls, J. Y. Bick- nell, Westmoreland, $3; 2d, do., $2; 3d, Charles Clarke, West Winfield, commended. Best pair Black-breasted Red Game Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3; 2d, W. A. Fuller, Glen, $2; 3d, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmore- land, commended. Best pair Dorking Game Fowls, C. H. Warren, Verona, $3; 2d, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, 32; 3d, do., commended. Best pair Duckwing Game Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, $3. Best pair Pile Game Fowls, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $3; 2d, J. Y. Bicknell, West- moreland, $2; 38d, Warren Baker, West Schuyler, com- mended. Best pair Pile Game Chicks, Alfred Gray, Tren- ton Falls, $3; 2d, R. Burch, West Schuyler, $2. Best pair Blue Game Fowls, John Fulton, Gloversville, $3. Best pair Blue Game Chieks, Charles Clarke, West Winfield, $3; 2d, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $2; 8d, G@. H. Warner, New York Mills, commended. Best pair Derby Game Fowls, John Fulton, Gloversville, $3; 2d, W. R. Dudley, Augusta, 62; 8d, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, com- mended. Best pair Derby Game Chicks, C. H. Warren, Verona, $3; 2d, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $2; 3d, Al- fred Gray, Trenton Falls, commended. Best pair Irish Gray Game Fowls, Charles Clarke, West Winfield, $3; 2d, W.R. Dudley, Augusta, $2. Best pair Irish Gray Game Chicks, John Fulton, Gloversville, $3. Best pair White Georgian Game Fowls, W. R. Dudley, Augusta, $3; 2d, John Fulton, Gloversville, $2. Best pair White Georgian Game Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3. CLASS VIII—BANTAMS. Best pair Black-breasted Red Game Bantam Fowls, E P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3; 2d, C. H. Townsend, Utica, #2; 3d, H.S. Quinn, Utica, commended Best pair Black-breasted Red Game Bantam Chicks, H. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3 ; 2d, C. H. Townsend, Utica, $2; 3d, do., commended. Best pair Brown-breasted Red Game Bantam Fowls, C. N. Brown, Unadilla Forks, $3; 2d, EP. Howlett, Syracuse, $2. Best pair Brown-breasted Red Game Bantam Chicks, K. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3. Best Duckwing Silver Game Bantam Fowls, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3; 2d, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $2; 3d, E. P. Howlett, Syra- cuse, commended. Best Duckwing Silver Game Bantam Chicks, E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3. Best pair Yellow Duckwing Game Bantam Fowls, E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3; 2d, C. A. Johnson, Newburyport, Mass., $2. Best pair Yellow Duckwing Game Bantam Chicks, E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3. Best pair Pile Game Bantam Fowls, E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3. Best pair Pile Game Bantam Chicks, E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $8. Second best pair White Game Bantam Fowls, EP. Howlett, Syracuse, $2. Best pair Black Game Bantam Fowls, E. P. Howlett, Syra- cuse, $3. Best pair Black Game Chicks, E. P. Howlett, Syracuse, $3. CLASS IX—BANTAMS. Best trio Golden Sebright Bantam Fowls. Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $3; 2d, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 3d, Johnson & Hague, Utica, commended. Best trio Golden Sebright Bantam Chicks, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $8; 2d, O. Howland, Auburn, $2. Best trio African Bantam Chicks, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3. CLASS X—MISCELLANEOUS. No awards. CLASS XI—TURKEYS. Best pair Bronze Turkeys, George Vandervear, Port Jackson, $3; 2d, do., $2; 38d, Chester Wolcott, Trenton, commended. Best pair Wild Turkeys, Seward Merry, Tlion, $8; 2d, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, commended. Best pair Black Turkeys, R. P. Wolcott, Hollant Patent, $3. Best pair Buff Turkeys, R. A. Jones, Whitesboro’, $3; 2d, O. Howland, Auburn, $2. CLASS XII—DUCKS. Best pair Rouen Ducks, E. N. Kelsey, Durhamvyille, $3; 24, J. M Seymour, Westmoreland, $2; 8d, G. Vandervear, Port Jackson, commended. Best pair Aylesbury Ducks, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3; 2d, J. Y. Bicknell, West- moreland, $2; 3d, N. A. Fuller, Glen, commended. Best pair Cayuga Ducks, Chester Wolcott, Trenton, $3; 2d, O. Howland, Auburn, $2; 3d, R. P. Wolcott, Holland Patent, commended. Best pair Muscovy Ducks, S. F. Sherman, New Hartford, $3; zd, Johnson & Hague, Utica, $2; 8d, C. H. Warren, Verona, commended. CLASS XIII—GEESE. Best pair Bremen Geese, J. Y. Bicknell, Westmoreland, $3; 2d, do., $2; 3d, O. Howland, Auburn, commended. Best pair Wild Geese, Chester Wolcott, Trenton, $3. Best pair Toulouse Geese, Theodore A. Greiner, Bridgewater, $3; 2d, R. A. Jones, Whitesboro, $2. CLASS XIV—ORNAMENTAL,. Best pair Pearl Guinea Fowl, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3. CLASS XV—ORNAMENTAL WATER FOWLS. Best pair Wood Duck, Alfred Gray, Trenton Falls, $3. CLASS XVI—CAGE BIRDS. Best pair Belgian Long-Breed Singers, George Weber, Utica, $1. Best pair German Canaries, William Dunn, Utica, $1. CLASS XVII—PIGEONS. Best pair Pouters, W. C. Harte, Clinton, $2; 2d, do., commended. Best pair Fantails, George H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 2d, W. C. Harte, Clinton, commended. Best pair Tumblers, W. C. Harte, Clinton, $2; 2d, George H. Warner, New York Mills, commended. Best pair Ja- cobins, George H. Warner, New York Mills, $2; 2d, W. C. Harte, Clinton, commended. Ist and 2d best pair Ant- werps, W. C. Harte, Clinton, $2 and commended. CLASS XVIII—RABBITS. First and second best pair Lop-eared Rabbits, W. M. Dimmick, Hubbardsville, $3 and $2; 3d, C. H. Warren, Verona, commended. Best pair Common Natives, G. H. Warner, New York Mills, $3. Ist, 2d, and 8d best pair White Madagascars, Stephen Treen, Utica, $3, $2, and commended. CLASS XIX—FISH. Best Salmon and Trout, New York State Fisheries, $5 each. CLASS XX—PETS. Best display of Minks, Henry A. Ressegue, Verona, $10. Best pair Gray Squirrels, H.S Adams, Utica, $2. 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JUDGING BY A STANDARD. Mr. Epiror: I am very glad if my note to you (which you are aware was not intended for the public eye) has been the means of bringing out a fuller expression of Mr. Wright’s views on the subject of a ‘standard for judging birds,’”’ because he has said what ought to have been said, and what ought to be read and very thoughtfully considered by all our poultry famciers in America, and because he has said it so much better than any one else could have done, and given his words the weight of his own large experience and thorough investigation of the subject. I do not think I have misunderstood his meaning, as he is led to suppose, for I have very carefully read all he has written on the subject. In my note to you I only expressed my views in relation to the numeral values as now used in our American standard, and not in relation to the values as applied by him in his plan. I think there isa very great difference between sitting in convention making a standard giving “fixed” or definite values to the scales for the pur- pose of bringing all the judging at our shows to such a standard, and making a standard giving such values for the purpose of bringing the standard to the most accurate and consistent judging. This is what I understand Mr. Wright to have done, and we have his own testimony, as well as the testimony of others, that its workings are in the main satisfactory. I most heartily agree with him in what he says about judging by theoretical standards, because I have seen the workings of such standards, and because his idea tallies exactly with my own. The truth is—and it cannot be too often or too plainly spoken—that while it is easy to make a standard in a convention, it is not easy to find the judges, as you and I very well know, who will be bound by such a standard in their arbitrations. Another thing should be borne in mind: the English judges are gentlemen of large experience as poultry breeders, thoroughly trained to the work of judging, and their decisions at the different shows would naturally be consistent, and would constitute a sort of standard by which fowls could safely be bred ; but in America we have as yet no trained judges, and must de- pend upon the best experts we can obtain, which is no easy matter, for most of our experts are large breeders and large exhibitors at most of our principal shows. Nor is it at all probable that the judges who officiate at one show can be obtained for another; consequently we cannot have the same consistency in our awards which they have in Eng- land. I am no hero-worshiper, nor do I intentionally flatter any man, but it is my conviction that there is no per- son living who has given so much time and thought to this subject, or who has given us his views so clearly and attrac- tively, as Mr. Wright, and therefore what he says should carry with it proportionate weight. Having been a careful student of all Mr. Wright has written upon poultry matters for several years, I think he is entitled to a careful reading by all who are interested in the subject and to our gratitude for what he has done as well as for what he has suggested. H. Woopwarp. WoRCESTER, Mass., February 26, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CHICKENS IN A CARRIAGE-SHOP. As early chickens are, as yet, raised but little in this vicinity, we conceived a great desire for some. Our poul- try-house not being warm enough, we could think of no way to attain our desire. A few are raised near us in shoe- makers’ shops, and we wondered whether a carriage-shop would not do as well. After thinking upon it a week or two, we at length concluded to try it. Fanciers told us it was of no use, as there was so much noise not an egg would hatch; but, as we had a quiet Partridge Cochin pullet that seemed determined to act upon her maternal instincts, and our eggs did not cost us four or five dollars a dozen, as they did last year, we made her a nest and tried her. Finding she would sit amidst the noise as unconcerned as though she was in the farthest corner of the hay-mow, we placed under her thirteen eggs—three Dark Brahma, three Light Brahma, three Partridge Cochin, and four Brown Leghorn. She continued to sit, coming off nearly every day to eat, drink, and stretch herself, but remaining only a few mo- ments. Last Monday (February 16th) she came off with eight chicks, all bright and strong. She is in the body- making room. Sawing, filing, planing, grinding tools, and hammering are the noises she hears, but they do not disturb her equanimity in the least. She trudges around the floor, calling her chicks, dusts herself in the sawdust under the shavings, lies down upon the floor in the sun, cuddles the chicks around her, and seems perfectly at home, unless strangers come in to see her, when she makes a sharp ‘cluck,’? and hovers her brood immediately. It is a curious sight, to go from the cold, piercing wind that is blowing tremendously out of doors, into the warm shop, and find those tender, peeping bits of chickens.so bright and happy. We can. see no reason why they should not live; neverthe- less, they may not. Our success with them has emboldened us, and we have allowed three more pullets to try their luck at early chickens. 8. B.S. Essex Co., Mass. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE BALD-HEAD TUMBLER. One of the most striking and pleasing birds to the eye, of the Tumbler class, and a bird which is springing largely into favor among fanciers, is the Bald-head Tumbler, a bird, by the way, that, until very lately, has not been taken much into the notice of our breeders in America; but several fanciers, after meeting together and consulting on the breeding powers and beauty of this class of Pigeons, concluded to give these birds a thorough trial. After care- ful and systematic breeding, they have succeeded in pro- ducing birds of the most approved style and feather. As some of your readers may not be acquainted with this variety of Tumblers, we will endeavor to describe the birds as they appeared to us while on exhibition. Bald-head Tumblers are about the size of our common Turbits, which they resemble very much in shape. Their bodies are of one solid color, either yellow, red, blue, black, or silver. Of these five colors, the black are the most common. Good birds of the other four colors are worth and do bring large prices. Above the line of the eye the feathers of the head are entirely white, from which characteristic marking comes their name. Their thighs, flight feathers, and tail are also white, and with the dark colors of the body form a most pleasing contrast. The wings of the best specimens droop and touch the ground. Their eyes are and should be of a pearl color, and the choicest birds possess a white and very short bill. At the late exhibition of the National Columbarian So- ciety, just closed, we were introduced to a gentleman who has made these birds a specialty, who informed us that he had paid as much as forty dollars per pair for these birds in England, and in his opinion there were no better layers or more successful breeders to be found, search the world over. This gentleman’s birds were awarded all the first premiums by the judges at the above show. Whyvis it that these birds are not more seen in the coops and lofts of our fanciers? Is it because they are scarce? or is it because the birds are owned by only a few fanciers, who have a ‘‘corner”’ in this particular class of birds. We are rather inclined to think the latter is the case, and if so, we say ‘‘ Down with all rings and corners.’’ However, in our judgment, if our fan- ciers would take the breeding of these birds into considera- tion, the “rings’’ would soon be abolished, and every fancier would be able soon to exhibit at our shows these really beautiful birds. In conclusion, allow us to congratulate the managers of the National Columbarian Society for their efforts in bring- ing them to the notice of our fanciers, and the neat manner in which they were exhibited. Yours truly, K.&S&. Correspondence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. Wavz. Dear Sir: I ean hardly take up ajournal that has any poultry news in, or paper devoted entirely to the poultry interest, without seeing very many inquiries as to finding an antidote for the worst of poultry diseases, roup. Let me tell you a little of my experience for the last ten years, five in England and five in this country, in treating this disease. It is by sulphurous acid medication, or by letting the bird be exposed to the fumes of sulphur burned in the atmosphere, which produces sulphurous acid gas. I have found it the cheapest and most reliable remedy that can be used for either fowls, horses, or human beings, that are affected with roup, epizooty, or catarrh. It acts like magic, and relieves the patient at once. Two or three ap- plications a day, for a day or two, being all that is necessary. The mode of application is as follows: Take a small shovel- ful of red-hot cinders from the stove, and place it on a stool or chair (on something, so that it will not burn the article), in the middle of the room, or outhouse, barn, or any place that has a door and windows; sprinkle on the cinders a tea- spoonful of flour of sulphur (powdered-brimstone), and let it smudge; it will only glow, and give off sulphurous acid fumes, which will cause the fowl that you are operating upon to cough and sneeze, at the same time bringing up through the nostrils and throat phlegm and mucus. You need not hold the bird over the fumes, but sit a yard or two from it, and breathe it yourself as well. If you are troubled with catarrh or cold in the head, I will stake my professional reputation that in five or six fumigations, that it will entirely disappear, and until fresh cold is taken you will be cured. When the-epizooty was raging so bad with us a year ago, in my district I had over seventy horses that I fumigated twice a day, and I treated nearly one hundred and fifty by advice during the epidemic. J turned horse doctor for a time, and I can truly say, that not one horse that was thoroughly fumigated, and ordinary attention given to it, died or had any relapse. I wrote an article on the subject, which the editors of the Rochester Union and Advertizer were kind enough to publish, and I had dozens of letters, from some of our most prominent horsemen and farmers, thanking me for giving them a cure so easy and certain as the sulphurous medication. I have had many valuable birds sick, and whenever cold or roup symptoms put in an appearance, I just retire toa small room with my patient, and a pan of red-hot coals, a little sulphur, and ten minutes’ fumigation. After four or five applications, I find my bird better every way, and not once has it failed. The fumes, which to some are not at all disagreeable, can be soon expelled from the room by opening the window or door, and it will not damage either furniture or the most delicate articles. My little boy has twice had a severe cold this winter. As soon as it appears my wife takes him on her lap, and has some sulphur burning for a few minutes in the kitchen or sitting-room, and in a couple of days he is over it, and per- feetly well. It saves a doctor’s bill, and many a restless night. For children with croup or hooping cough, catarrh, or any affec- tions of the bronchial tubes, inflammation of the lungs, &c., 170 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. give me fumigation with sulphur before all the physic swal- lowed into the stomach. In 1871 I had over one hundred cases of typhoid fever ; every one was fumigated twice a day, and I had not one death-record to sign. Of course they had plenty of natural stimulants, in the shape of eggs, beef-tea, and milk, but no spirituous liquor. Try this new remedy, and report. W.C. Munrozg, M.D. Newark, New Yorx. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WabzE. Dear Sir: in your report of Doylestown premiums there is a mistake in the Black Hamburg class. Messrs. Rogers & Dicke took first premium. Please give credit accordingly, and oblige, Respectfully yours, Wo. T. Rogers. DoyLestTown, Pa., March 2, 1874. Imporration.—S. H. Seamans, Wowwatosa, Wis., has just received from England one trio of Colored Dorkings; the cock is the winner of six prizes at the principal shows; they are magnificent birds. Also, one trio of Golden Se- bright Bantams; winners at several shows. The above were selected by J. W. Ludlow. Also, from Henry Tom- linson, Birmingham, England, one trio of Buff Cochins and one trio of White Cochins; all grand birds. known Mr. Seamans for many years and sold him many be able to supply eggs and fowls second to none in the) Northwest. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SECRETARY AMERICAN PouLTRY ASSOCIATION. Dear Sir: My attention has been called by a friend to the extraordinary action of the Association, in regard to myself, at the special meeting held in Boston the present | month. I hereby enter my protest against their action: first, that it is without cause; second, that it is unwarrantable; third, that it is unjust. I deny that I introduced any person at the January meet- ing of the Association. I attended the Convention as a delegate from the New York State Poultry Society, in ac- | cordance with invitations issued to all Poultry Societies to send delegates to the Buffalo Convention. The delegation from the New York State Poultry Society consisted of Mr. Robert Reid, of Green Point, L. I., Mr. Geo. B. Willis, of New York City, and myself. Mr. A. B. Estes and myself made the journey together, and on our arrival at the Mansion House, Buffalo, I found Mr. Willis already there. We pro- ceeded to the Hall and presented our credentials, duly signed by Mr. Thomas B. Kingsland as President of the New York | State Poultry Seciety, which were accepted, and our names enrolled. After this I was required to become a member of the Association, as, unless I do so (although a delegate duly accredited), I could not retain my seat, nor have a voice in | the Convention. home on the second day of the Convention, on account of sickness in my family, of which I was notified by telegraph ; and whatever transpired after my departure, and may have seemingly led to this action, I know of only by hearsay. | | | . ers to cultivate. If, as is asserted, there has been any introduction of any party to the Convention under a fictitious name, it surely should not be charged to me, but to the Society or officers thereof, of which I was simply a delegate. Holding no office in the Society since January, 1873, I had nothing whatever to do with the selection or appointment of delegates. Had I been given, as was my right, an opportunity of explaining my position, I am confident the members of the Association would never have passed this most wnjust resolu- tion; and I doubt not that when their attention is called to this explanation, as I hereby request, and insist as my right it shall be, they will hasten to rescind their action in the matter. Respectfully yours, A. M. Hatsrep. Rye, N. Y., February 20th, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) JosepH M. Wank, Esq. : I desire to call out an exchange of ideas through your Journal, on the best and most profitable poultry for us farm- Iam an amateur breeder, with no special variety or breed to commend. I want by an exchange of opinion to elicit some practical standard for general profit of the farmer. Utility and profit are the first things sought after, by a large majority of the farmers and poultry-raisers | of the country. Now, as the scientific cultivation of poul- We have} try is beginning to receive general attention, and assuring | that position which so important a production as our coun- fine birds, and with the above addition to his yards he will | | not fancy. | the first practical inquiry. As you probably are aware, I was obliged to leave for | try entitles it to, it would be desirable to ventilate the ques- tion of the most productive, taking into the estimate cost of raising, value of meat and eggs, or which gives best returns on investment. While improved cattle, horses, swine and sheep have largely occupied the attention of our farmers and gentlemen of wealth and leisure, until fabulous prices have been paid for a single heifer of a particular pedigree, and a princely fortune is offered for a single piece of horse flesh that can beat Dexter’s time on the track, it certainly can- not be beneath the attention of our farmers and stock-raisers to turn a practical inquiry into the best breed of fowls for eggs and the table. I am aware that such particular breed has its admirers among the fancy, and breeders are enthusiastic in commend- ing standard points and attractiveness of their several special- ties; but as a farmer,.and in behalf of my brother farmers, I regard this a question touching our pecuniary interest, Those gentlemen who have passed beyond re- garding the profits, may cultivate their refined and zsthetic taste in breeding for plumage, and place a high estimate on the shading of a feather, the gloss of a hackle, or point in a comb. This is all very well for those who can indulge their taste. Often a person of fortune and cultivated taste in art, would pay more for a landscape painted by an old master, than they would for the acres it represented; but as for us practical men, we must forego the pencilling of the artist, and rest content to cultivate the real soil, even though not as enchanting in its native roughness as it may appear on the canvas of the artist. The productiveness of our soil is So with our poultry: While we admire the spirit of the Game, the supercilious strut of the dandy Bantam, the dignified sedateness of the Aldermanic Cochin, the imperious air of the Brahma, the vivacity of the Polish with the imperial crest, the important strut and exas- perating cackle of the family of Hamburgs, who put on the FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Wel graceful airs and dainty step of the Flora McFlimsey’s of the Fifth Avenue and Broadway, still, as a question of profit, which is it most to the interest of the farmer to cultivate? As we do not dine on feathers, nor sell plumage by the pound, it is egos and solid meat which carries the argument for us at the counter of the grocer ; and when we come to the question of meat for the table, we are apprised that all flesh is not the same flesh; ‘‘there is one of beasts, another of birds, and another of fish,’”’? with many subdivisions in each. we are to dine on beef, we have a choice between the plump, tender, and juicy surloin of the Durham, and the coarse and tough-grained texture of a roast from a Buffalo steer; be- tween the buttery richness of the tender, sugar-corned Cin- cinnati ham, or a cut from the hind leg of a Rocky Moun- tain bear; and we confess to a fastidious taste for fish. We can upon a pinch make a meal from a codfish; at the same time we have a weakness, if we pay the same price per pound for brook trout, and if it is just as convenient to our landlady, when we send our plate to the carver for a choice cut from a Canvas-back, preferring it always to the tender side of an overgrown Muscovy duck. The practical question then is, for general purposes of profit, what breed is the best, cousidering all points, for us to produce? IL answer: that variety that earliest matures and produces the best meat for the table, at the lowest cost of feed. If we can produce twenty pound of chickens, on three months’ feed, from the egg, even though they average but three or four pounds a piece, are they not better than the same weight produced in the carcass of two overgrown, coarse, and stringy muscle of a Cochin or Brahma weighing ten or twelve pounds each, tuking feed for eight to twelve months to mature them fit for market ? As for eggs, I know of no variety that will upon an aver- age, lay more than one egg per day. Taking all things into the account, and from my own experience, though some- what limited, I do not know of any variety that can excel in all desirable qualities, both for fine flavored meat, tender, and full breasted, the Plymouth Rock and American Dom- inique. I believe any farmer can produce, on the same feed, one hundred pounds of chickens, at less expense for feed and care, than the same weight of pork or beef, say- ing nothing of the return in eggs, to cover the cost of pro- duction. The time will come when poultry will more large- ly enter into our meat consumption, to the exclusion of pork, and prices will be governed by the quality of fowls yielding the best meat for the table, and eggs sold by the pound, and not by the dozen. It would be as sensible to sell sugar by measure as eggs by the dozen, or meat by the slice, regardless of the thickness of the cut. If there are other breeds that excel the Plymouth Rock and Dominique in these desirable points of early maturity, richness of egg, and sweet and gamey flavor of their meat for the table, I should be glad to hear of them through your Journal, as we farmers desire the best variety to breed for market and profit, paying but little attention tu the points of beauty or enormous weight, if to produce them costs more than they will bring us by the pound. Yours in the country, Amos G. Day. IrHaca, Marcu 2, 1874. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, : . $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 3.00 se White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 is Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00“ Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.O.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. If Exchange Colwn. 45> ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINES, oR ForTY- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WILL EXCHANGE Tegetmeir’s Poultry Book, and very choice Stereoscopic Views for a trio of either S. Penciled Hamburgs,W. C. Black Polish, B. Leghorns, or Golden Polish. Stock must be sTANDARD. Address G. O. BROWN, Brooklandyille, Md. WRIGHT’S NEW POULTRY EBOOK (in parts), complete, to exchange for EGGS tor hatching, trom goud strains of Crevecceurs or Golden Polands. Address J. HENRY SYMONDS, Box 57, Boston, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE ADVERTISING in the “Northwestern Poultry Journal,” at regular cash rates, tur trios of pure, well-marked Brown or Black Leghorns, Black or Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Domi- niques, or Plymouth Rocks. The expressage to be PREPAID, and both expressage and a fair cash price for the fowls to be paid for in advertis- ing as above. This offer for thirty days from March 5th. Address T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. ONE TRIO OF SILVER SEBRIGHT BANTAMS, wanted in ex- change for cash. Address, with description and price, T. A. WINFIELD, Hubbard, Ohio. GOLDEN POLANDS.—One trio, very nice;. will exchange for one triv of nice Rouen Ducks, Address SAMUEL HASTINGS, Amherst, Mass. GAME FOWLS.—A few pairs of Black B. Reds and Dusty Miller Games will be exchanged for Earl of Derby Games, or Brown Leghorns. Address G. W. WARNE & CO., 1305 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. CURRANT ROOTS OR CUTTINGS WANTED in ex- change tor Fancy Pigeons, or Light aud Dark Brahma Cocks. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. SHADE TREES WANTED in exchange for Light or Dark Brahmas, or kaucy Pigeous. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. TWO DARK BRAHMA HENS to exchange for common An- gora Rabbits, or Five Dollar Greenback. Address Address M. W. MINER, Peoria, Ill. I WISH TO EXCHANGE Buff Cochin Hens or Pullets for a Cock of same breed. Heusare fine. Cock must be same. Address JOHN L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N. Y. WANTED TO EXCHANGE S. G. Dorking, and Buff Cochin Hens, and pairs or trios of Bulton Grays, for White, Yellow, or Black Fantail, Jacobin, or Pouter Pigeons. Address JOHN L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N. Y. TO EXCHANGE, Bolton Grays or Partridge Cochins for good Lop-Kared Rabbits. Address J. L. RICE, Rensselaerville, N. Y. JOS. M. BROOKS, COLUMBUS, INDIANA, will exchange a Key Check Outfit, Dies, Orhamenting Stamps, Stock, &e., for Light Brahma Hens. A good chance for some man or boy to make money that has the time to attend to this business. No hens wanted weighing less than 10 Ibs. each. Write for full particulars. JOS. M. BROOKS, Columbus, Ind. PARTRIDGE COCHINS.—A pair of choice Partridge Cochins will be exchanged for Fancy Pigeons. Address G. F. McCONNELL, Hudson, Col. Co., N. Y. BULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. FOR EXCHANGE, or will SELL, a thoroughbred English Grey- hound Slut, mouse color, about 15 months old, measures 63 inches from point of nose to tip of tail, 27 inches high at shoulder; price, $50, or will exchange for other dogs. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. INDIAN DELHI SCARF SHAWL.—A magnificent specimen of this wonderful embroidered work— purchased in Calcutta—6 ft. x 2 ft., cost fifty guineas. Will exchange for first- S$ poultry, fit for exhibition. Address * Dr. MUNROE, Newark, New York. WHITE LEGHORN PULLETS.—A lady will exchange her beautiful set (brooch ear-rings and sleeve studs), of Etruscan gold jewelry, cost $30.00; also, a set of coral (brooch and ear-rings), very pretty, cost $15.00, for White Leghorn Pullets. Must be first class. Address KE. M., Box 335, Newark, New York, The THOROUGHBRED BERKSHIRE BOAR ** DEXTER” is now offered in exchange for first-class Fancy Fowlsof reliable strains, or will sell very low. Pedigree sent on application. Also, EGGS for natching, packed in very best manner, from Light Brahmas, Houdans, and G. S. Sebright Bantams, of the very best prize-winning and imported strains. Circular free. Address CHAS. 0. MORRISON, New Albany, Ind. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl WS The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir).... The Pigeon Book Mh Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)... The Poulterers’ Companion &p 25 90 DeaewDy eons Sssos Domestic Poultry (Saunders). 75 American Bird Fancier.... 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... 30 Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2vls. 6 00 The pr ustra ted Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, a GENO) Nosansndasasnopascacooadancocnaccatton mo American Standard of Excellence. 50 Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 4a- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “@a AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. NOW IN PRESS. Price, $1.00. READY SOON. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. BE SURE To send to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn., for his NEW ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE of the leading, and most profitable varieties of FANCY AND PURE BRED POULTRY, ; WITH PRICES OF EGGS FOR HATCHING, From choice coops! Glad to write fully to correspondents! CHARLES E. TUTELE, SAVIN HILL, BOSTON, DARK BRAHMAS. Boston Poultry Exhibition, 1874. 1st Premium on Fowls, 2d Premium on Chicks, 8d Premium on Fowls and Chicks, 4th Premium on Fowls, 5th Premium on Chicks. Special No. 9.—For best ten trios Chicks and two of Fowls. G Gia 8 %).C & a os yy Collection of Dark Brahmas. Fowls and Chicks for sale. FOR SALE CHEAP.—A choice lot of Dusty Miller and Black B. Red Game Fowl. Address G. W. WARNE & CO., 1305 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. FANTAILS.—Black, Blue, and Yellow wanted. Address, with price of first-class birds, Box 44, Lawrence, Mass. NA'TURALIST.—ARTHUR J. COLBURN, 486 Washington St., Boston, Mass., Naturalist Taxidermist. Tools, Supplies, and Artificial Eyes for sale. Send stamp for Priced Catalogue, and mention where you saw this advertisement. BACON & SPINNING, Breeders of Light Brahmas and Par- tridge Cochins. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahmas (Williams’ & Buzzell’s strains, $3 per setting; Partridge Cochins (Brackett’s strain), 4 per setting. Have for sale one Partridge Cochin Cockerel, very fine, at $8, and four Light Brahma Cockerels, at $5 each. P.O. address, Riverside Station, Fairfield Co., Conn. BUFF COCHINS FOR SALE, from the purest strainsin the country, 5 Cockerels and 2 Hens, weight of Cocks from 10 to 12 Ibs., Hens from 8 to 914 lbs. Eggs $6 per 13, packed, delivered to Express. My fowls are from first-prize stock, perfectly pure in hackle. Address THOMAS P. HALE, Rowley, Essex Co., Mass. BUFF COCHIN EGGS, from standard fowls, $2 per setting, or three settings for $5. Fowls for sale in the Fall. Send for Circular; noth- ing sent C.O.D. J. H. STOWELL, Harrison Square, Mass. WHITE LEGHORNS AND S.S. HAMBURGS.—A few trios pure bred birds of above varieties now on hand, price, $9.00°to $15.00 per trio. J.C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. ANGORA RABBITS AND GUINEA PIGS, two and three months old, now ready for delivery. Price, $3.00 and $4.00 per pair. J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. BARBS.—Inside and Outside Tumblers. I have a great variety of these birds now on hand. Prices according to a J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE MICE.—A CAGE; willafford endless pastime and amuse- ment. Put alayer of dry earth or sand in the bottom of the cage to prevent the disagreeable odor; remove once a month, for sale by ALLEN H. FITCH, Jr., Walcott, N. Y., Breeder and Shipper of choice Land and Water Fowls, and pets ofall kinds. EGGS! C€.0.D. C.N, BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, ax requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y- HORACE K. OSBORN, Makes a specialty of SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS. My Fowls were awarded SILVER CUP! FIRST PREMIUM!! and SPECIAL PREMIUM!!! At the Fair of the Massachusetts Poultry Association, held in Boston, February, 1874. A limited number of Eggs for sale at $4 per dozen. No Circulars; write for what is wanted. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cambridgeport, Mass. THE NEW STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, As adopted at Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1874, by the AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Price, $1 per copy. For single copy, or wholesale, address E. S. RALPH, Sec’y A.P.A., Buffalo, N. Y. FRANK FINCH, CLYDE, N. Y., Breeder of Pure Bred Poultry and Berkshire Pigs, from imported stock. Eggs for hatching in season. Catalogue and package Mammoth Corn free, for stamp. Zia Choice Seed Potatoes also for sale. WHO CAN BEAT THIS ?—I received at the Buffalo Show, 24 premiums and only exhibited 19 pairs of Pigeons; so that any one want- ing first-class Pigeons will do well to write me at once, with their order. I can supply POUTERS, most all colors. CARRIERS, Black, Dun, Blue, and Yellow. JACOBINES, Yellow, and White Mottled. TURBITS, Blue-Winged, Yellow-Winged, and Solid Yellow. ISABELLA POUTERS, Yellow and Red. TRUMPETERS, the best on this continent; Black, Solid Yellow, and Yellow Hungarian Trumpeters. Also, Latin or Ground Tumblers. Jam now booking orders for the coming season, and to se- cure first-class birds orders must be sent at once with 25 per cent. of the purchase money, then I will book orders accordingly, and deliver the birds during the Summer or coming Fall. My FANTAILS are not ex- celled in this country. I can supply Red, Black, Blue, and White Cal- cuttas; also, Solid Yellow. Circulars and Engravings of Pigeons sent on receipt of six cents in postage stamps. A. GOEBEL, Mitchell, Ontario, Canada. MONTVUE POULTRY YARDS. PARTRIDGE COCHINS, DARK BRAHMAS, WHITE LEGHORNS, HOUDANS, W. F. BLACK SPANISH STANDARD STOCK. EGGS FOR SALE. FOWLS FOR SALE AFTER SEPT. Ist, 1874. Write for what is wanted. Address G. O. BROWN, Montvue Poultry Yards, Brooklandyille, Md. WANTED.—Parties having for sale first-class Beard Tumblers of all colors will find a purchaser by addressing, with price per pair, Birds must be A 1. H. A. BROWN, Care of P. O. Box 180, N. Y. ‘“BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. JOHIN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, Breeder of White and Par- tridge Cochins, Plymouth Rocks, and Light Brahmas. At the great Show in Portland, Me., my stock was awarded Two Silver Cups, Three Specials, and Light Societies’ Premiums. EGGS from the above, $3 per doz. EGGS from Black Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. THE AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE.—As I was appointed by the American Poultry Association to get the latest revised Standard printed and bound, I have the best opportunity to get them at the earliest moment from the binder, and shall act as their agent. Price, $1. Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation. Send now and secure your copy from the first edition. WM. H. LOCKWOOD, Hartford, Conn. American Dominiques a specialty. I have sold my entire stock of LIGHT BRAHMAS to C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny Co., Pa. W. E. STITT, COLUMBUS, WIS.—Breeder of Dark and Light Brahmas; Buff, Partridge, and White Cochins; Houdans, Hamburgs, Brown and White Leghorns; Black Red Games; Sebright and Game Bantams; Rouen, Aylsbury and Cayuga Ducks and Bronze Turkeys; Fancy Pigeons in variety. First-class fowls for sale at reasonable prices. Eggs for hatching packed by the most successful method. Send stamp for new illustrated catalogue and price list. Address as above. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 173 NATIONAL BEE JOURNAIL.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topies. A special department has been assigned to ‘‘ Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS, E. 8S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, INS Circular containing a few practical hints, and Price List of Fowls and Eggs, FREE. JOHN RUMBOLD, FOWLING CREEK, MD.—Light Brahmas and W. F. B. Spanish Eggs, $2 per 13. W. Leghorn and Buff Cochins, $3 per 13. The location of these yards especially recommend them to South- ern buyers. Send your orders early. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—1 will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 18: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R.Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &c. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. G M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen, Send for descriptive circular. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. WHITE AND PARTRIDGE COCHIN EGGS, from John J. Berry’s stock, $4.00 per 13. White Crested White Polish, from F.T. Sperry’s Stock Eggs, $4.00 per sitting of 13. Black Leghorns, from Reed Watson’s stock, $4.00 per 13. Dark Brahmas and White-Faced Black Spanish, very fine; eggs, $3.00 per 13. A very limited number of orders will be booked and filled in rotation, All eggs securely packed and fresh at time of shipment. J.C. FULLER, Vineland, N. J. T. ©. WARDWELL, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR DARK BRAHMAS, PARTRIDGE COCHINS & BANTAMS At the Show held in Boston, February, 1874, my stock were awarded the following premiums: Tirst Prize on Dark Brahma Chickens. Fourth “ « “ « Second “ Partridge Cochin “ First ‘“* Silver Sebright Bantam Chickens. First “ < sf MY Fowls. Eggs carefully packed at $5.00 a setting. Address T. O. WARDWELL, NORTH ANDOVER, ESSEX CO., MASS. THE MASSACHUSETTS POULTRY ASSOCIATION, at their Third Annual Exhibition in Boston Music Hall, February 4th to 11th, 1874, awarded me the following Prizes and Special Premiums, viz.: 1st and 3d prizes on Partridge Cochin Fowls. 1st and 4th prizes on Partridge Cochin Chickens. All of the special premiums on Partridge Cochins. Ist, 2d, and 3d prizes on Golden Sebright Bantam Chickens. All of the Special Premiums on Golden Sebright Bantams. I exhibited no other variety, and shall make these my specialties this season. Will sell a few Partridge Cochins, including several prize-winning birds. Partridge Cochin Eggs, $8 per dozen. Address : WM. H. BRACKETT, Washington National Bank, Boston, Mass, HOUDAN COCKERELS.—A few choice birds for sale at $2.50 each. Address A. P. GROVES, 34 South Delaware Ave., Phila., Pa. ‘Iv[NoAIQ Toy dureys puag ‘adasoTo Tsar ‘MOHS OTVAIANd AHL LY ‘SNTOHDAT NMOU NO TVIOAdS Puy ps ‘PZ ISTE 400} T ie ee eras YS BROWN PRINCES ‘ssuyy ‘103S9010A\ “AANNIM ‘£1 N. GUILBERT, EVERGREEN FARM, GWYNEDD, PA. Importer and Breeder of IMPROVED BLOODED LIVE STOCK, Horses, Cattle, Cotswold and Southdown Sheep, Chester, Berkshire, and Yorkshire Pigs. Toulouse, Bremen, and Hong Kong Geese; Cayuga, Rouen, Aylesbury and Musk Ducks; Bronze and White Turkeys. Dorkings, Brahma, Cochin, Guinea, and all other Fowl, Deer, Wild Geese, Swans, Pea Fowls, &c., Also, EGGS. at low prices. Best breeds of Dogs, Maltese Cats, Rabbits, &c. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. Eggs now ready for delivery from very choice stock, at $3.00 per dozen, packed and delivered at the express Office. Also a few fowls at reasonable prices. All orders must be accompanied with the cash. Address with stamp T. F. LAMB, 32 HUM- PHREY Street, NEW HAVEN, Conn. E. S. STARR, 882 Elk Street, Buffalo, N. Y., Breeder of Light Brahmas (Felch and Autocrat Strains), Partridge Cochins, and Brown Leghorns, carefully selected from the best strains in the country. Black B. R. Game Bantams from Crosby’s first premium stock. Can spare afew eggs from the above varieties, from same pens I breed from for myself, at $5 per setting of 13, carefully packed and delivered to Express Co. All cash orders promptly filled in rotation, or money returned. Two trios Partridge Cochin Chickens for sale, large fine birds; price, $15 per trio. Address as above, Lock Box No. 241. E. A. WENDELL, ALBANY, N. Y., RECEIVED 111 PREMIUMS ar THREE FAIRS, last Fall, 1873. New York State Fair, held in this city, 26 first premiums, 14 second do. Western New York, at Rochester, 24 first premiums, 14 second premiums. Schenectady (County), 26 first premiums, 7 second premiums. White-Face Black Spanish, White Leghorns, per trio.... --$12 to $15 White, Buff, and Partridge Cochins, per trio 16) Light and Dark Brahmas, per trio.... 15 White, and Gray Dorkings, per trio.. 16 Black, Red, and Brown-Red Game, bred for the pit, per trio. 15 Houdans, Dominiques, and Silver Hamburgs, per trio. = 15 Black Red-Game, Gray Game, Gold-Lace, Nankin, and White Java Bantams, per trio.... 8to 15 Bronze Turkeys, Aylesbury a - 10 to 25 Fancy Rabbits, or Guinea Pigs, $3 per pair, 2p : Fifty varieties of choice mated PIGEONS, $3 to $10 per pair. Pure bred fresh Eggs for hatching (except Turkeys), #4 per dozen, 2 dozen $7; 5 dozen $15; Turkey Eggs, $6 per dozen; 2“doz. $10, carefully packed. 6 varieties of DOGS, at reasonable prices. Birds, Cages, Wire for Coops, Fountains, &c. Orders by mail promptly shipped. E. A. WENDELL, 93 State St., Albany, N. Y. Send $1 for the plan of my Poultry House for six varieties, the cheapest, handiest, healthiest, and handsomest house ever built. Excelsior Poultry Yard in the Washington Park. - EGGS may be obtained from the following varieties, for | ” hatching: Dark Brahmas, from imported stock; Light Brah- ida) mas, from Williams and Felch stock; Buff Cochins, from ide) choice fowls, and pure bred White Leghorns. Price, $2 per | 13 eggs. Address P.S. WYKOFF, Turbotville, | Northumberland Co., Pa. | 7~ LOOK FOR CASH !—You can get any leading Journal or Paper, weekly or monthly, at club rates, with choice family groceries at T. D. ADAMS, AGENT. Store between Tenth and Eleventh Streets. Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. Eggs from any named fowl, from $1 to $6 per dozen. A FEW TRIOS or single birds of GOLDEN SPANGLED and GOLDEN and SLLVER PENCILED HAMBURGS and eggs for sale by F. TAYLOR, OAKDALE, Delaware Co., Pa. FANCY PIGEONS.—JOHN SPEALLER, 1415 N. Fourth St., Phila- delphia, Breeder, Importer, and Dealer in all varieties of Fancy Pigeons, A large lot on hand always. Orders by mail promptly attended to. 174 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. WHITE POUTERS.—One pair good blowers, very stylish, well booted on guod long legs. Price $40. Address | POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. NATIONAL AND JOURNAL PRINTING CO. Every poultry breeder or fancier should send ten cents for a specimen copy of this new illustrated 20 page poultry monthly, before subseribing for any other. Address C, P. CARPENTER, Editor Poultry Journal. Minneapolis, Minn. PIGEON FOR SALE.—Ped. Houdans, 1 Cock, 4 Hens, $25; can prove pedi- gree. Hggs of Light Brahmas, that took premiums, William’s strain, and of Ped. Houdans per doz., each kind; cash must accompany order. Satisfaction guaranteed. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa. (—Choice imported and homebred birds. W. A. BURPEE, 1382 Arch St., Philadelphia. WALNUT HILL POULTRY YARD.—All orders received for Eggs trom my fine Buff Cochins and Dark Brahmas, at the following | price, $3 per dozen. ‘TI use the Cushion Bottom Packing Box.” Address P. NEATHER, No. 9 West Fifth St., Cincinnati, O. SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—Pairs, trios, or Cock- erels, of my well-known strain, for sale at moderate prices. All of my birds have white ear-lobes, good wing-bars and tails, and their markings are round “mopus,” or spangles, not crescents or pencillings. None will be shipped save of my own breeding. WM. R. HILLS, Albany, N. Y. i TRUMPETERS of all colors, and markings, from $3 to 40 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. " SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—One or two good trios at reasonable prices. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. PHEASANTS.—GOLDEN AND SILVER CHINESE PHEASANTS.—A choice lot just received, in fine condition, which we can sell at the low price of $35 per pair. Carefully boxed to go any distance. LOUIS RUHE, 98 Chatham Street, N. Y. RED JACOBINS.—One pair, $3; three pair, $4; two pair, $5; one pair, 36; one pair, $3. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. WING TURBITS.—1 have Red, Yellow, Black, Dun, Blue, and Silver, at $3, $4, 75, 76, 98, $10, $12, $15 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 630 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. STANDARD FOWLS AND CHICKS FOR SALE. BUFF COCHINS. Breeding Stock. Imported. WHITE COCHINS. fe i PARTRIDGE COCHINS. “ BLACK COCHINS. Selected Stock. DOMINIQUE COCHINS. First Premium Stock. PLYMOUTH ROCK. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. S.S. HAMBURGS. Breeding Stock. Imported. HOUDANS. First Premium Stock. SILVER POLISH. First Premium Stock. Very Fine. BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Breeding Stock. Imported. BROWN “ “e “ a “ “a RED PILE GAME. Breeding Stock. Selected. WHITE GAME. me Mi we GINGER RED GAME. BLUE « “ SPANGLED GAME. BLACK BREASTED RED GAME. Bantams. Breeding Stock. Im- ported. Cock, 16 ounces; Hens, 1314 ounces. GOLDEN SEBRIGHT. Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Circular and Price List. Address G. W. DICKINSON, Warren, Ohio. EGGS FOR HATCHING. BERKSHIRE PIGS. SOUTH- DOWN SHEHP. ILLUSPRALTED CIRCULAR. SEND STAMP. ‘A. H. HOWARD, Omro, Wis. HELMETS.—Red, black, and yellow at $2 per pair. They arethe prettiest and cheapest of all the fancy stock. ; CHAS, D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Light Brahmas from the following pens: Duke of Graud Street, weight 15 pounds; Hen’s weight 11 and 12 | Ibs. each. Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. Eggs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stock, Eggs. $5.00 per dozen, White Crested White Polands, White Crested Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright. Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stock, carefully selected by myself at the various Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.0.D. All orders filled in rotation. EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. FANCY PIGEONS—CHOICE SINGLE BIRDS FOR SALE.—Blue Carrier Hen, (44% mos.), $12.50. Imported Yellow Owl Cock, $15.* White Trumpeter Cock, $10.* Black Carrier Cock, $7.50. Red wing Turbit, (cock of Ist Prem. pr ed at State show, Dec., 1872), 8.* White Crested Fantail Cocks, $5 to$7* each. White (PI. head) Fantail, | Splashed Fantail Hen, $2. All the above are in good health, pure-bred, Also, for “ Very Fine. “ « “ “ $3. and those marked * are especially fine birds and worthy of attention. sale by the pair, Pouters, Carriers, Owls, Trumpeters, Turbits, Barbs, Tumblers, Jacobins, Moore Caps, Fantails, &c. Choice Tumbler Pigeons, | short face, $8 to $15. Rose or White Wing, $8 to $10. Heavy booted, $5 | to $7. Solid Yellow, $3 to $6, Solid Blacks, $2 to $4. Splashed, $1.50 to $2. - W. A. BURPEE, 1332 Arch St., Philada. Cc. G. SANDFORD, 458 Frienpsuip STREET, Providence, R. I. Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas. Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per doz. FOUNTAIN FARM RABBITRY AND POULTRY YARD.— 100 common Rabbits at $2 per pair. Choice Rouen Duck Eggs, $3 per doz. Duckwing Game Bantam’s Eggs, $3 per doz. Madagascar, Himalayan, Angora, and other breeds of Rabbits. Address JOHN THOMPSON, Jr., Shoemakertown P. O., Montgomery Co., Pa. A FINE DARK BRAHMA PULLET for sale cheap, or will exchange for Rouen or Cayuga Duck Eggs. Also, White Leghorn Eggs, from first-class stock, for sale or exchange, Address A. J. GRAVES, Richmond, Ind, WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. From J. B, Smith’s Strains, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. FOR SALE VERY LOW, to close out a surplus—30 fine young Light Brahmas, reliable stock. Also, Houdans, and Gold-Laced, Silver- Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. For particulars, address A. M, CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS. At Show of Western Pennsylvania Poultry Society, held at Pittsburgh, Pa., January 6th to 10th, I was awarded the following premiums: Ist and 2d Premium on Dark Brahma owls and all the Specials. ¢ rr Ist oe ge f c Chickens “ “ 2d and 3d se “ Buff Cochin Fowls. 3d a Soe oe “Chicks. Ist ff and Specials on Silver-Spangled Hamburgs. 2d and 3d ei on Golden-Pencilled Hamburgs. 3d « “ Silver « « 2d and 3d ss “ Houdans. Ast ie “Aylesbury Ducks, and Special. Ist and 2d se “ Rouen BY “ 1st & “ Cayuga i Ist " “ Bremen Geese. 2d ce “ Toulouse “ 2d ee “ Bronze Turkeys. 2d “t “ White Society’s Prize Best Collection Dark Brahmas. G a og C Asiatics. Eggs from above varieties at $5 per setting. Good Birds for sale. Three Dark Brahma Cocks, solid black breasts, at $20 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, solid black breasts, well-feathered legs, at from $6 to $15 each. Dark Brahma Cockerels, slightly mottled on breast, at from $3 to $5 each. Tine young Partridge Cochins, very low, to close out this breed. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alieghany Co., Pa. HAVING SOLD my entire stock of Dark Brahmas to A. A. Miller, of Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., I will give my attention to Light Brahmas, Dominiques, and Aylesbury Ducks. Eggs from the above for sale. All first-prize birds. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. ONE BUFF COCHIN COCK and three Pullets (Dodge & Kelly strain), price $10, aud eight Partridge « ochin Cockerels (very fine), at $2.50 each. Also, FERRETS for Sale. Address H. C. NICK, West Millcreek, Erie Co., Pa. POUTERS FOR SALE. IMPORTED POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair Blue Pied, Cock 20 inches long, good legs and well booted, plain on the wings, and fine breast-mark ; Hen, !8'4 inches long, good legs, nicely booted, and in marking is well suit- ed to breed with the cock. The pair bred three good young ones in Eng- land the past summer. Price, the pair, $120. Also, two trios of good AYLESBURY DUCKS at $12 and $15 per trio. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. POUTERS FOR SALE.—1 pair of Black Pied Pouters, Cock 18% inches long, well marked on the wings, good blower, well booted, and a very showy bird. Hen 1714 inches long, quite well marked, well booted, and a good breeder. The pair have raised six fine young the past season. Price, $30. Address POUTER, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. MITCHELL COLUMBARY.— Fancy Pigeons in great variety. Yellow, black, and Blue Fantails, and Carriers, a specialty. I wouldeall attention to my stock of IMPORTED TOYS ICE PIGEONS, FRILL BACKS, &c. There are few birds more beautiful or delicate in plumage than the two varieties named; an opportunity to procure them is rarely atforded. Send 6 cents for Circular. F. F. POLE, Mitchell, Ont., Canada. FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buif Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past FALL. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change Nursery Stock for standard pure bred Poultry. For information and Price List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills W. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensville, Pa., Breeder of Light and Dark, Brahmas, from the best strains. Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. ‘GAME FOWLS! GAME FOWLS! !—Send for Price List to J. A, BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 175 BUFF COCHINS. PHILADELPHIA, August 20, 1873. FRIEND MILLER: Your favor; with $— in full for my entire stock of Buffs, old and young stock of this year, is received. JOS. M. WADE. A few first-class Trios for sale. Also, Light and Dark Brahmas, Par- tridge Cochins, Hamburgs, Aylesbury and Rouen Ducks. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Allegheny, Pa. FOR SALE. 4 Hens and 1 Cock, Dark Brahmas, Williams & Warner’s Stock 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Cochins, Philander Williams’ Stock. 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Black Cochins. 8 1 trio Light Brahmas.................. 6 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Leghorns, O. A. Pitkin’s Stock 8 Address THOMAS PARKER, Johnstown, N. Y. BRONZE TURKEYS.—Hatch of 1873. $10 per pair. Adult birds at special raves. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. Also, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrierand Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brabimas and Partridge Cochins, At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma owls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. SUGAR MAPLE, White Ash, and Red Beach, 50c. per 100; $2 per 1000. Tulip, Linden, and Sweet Chestnut, $3 per 100; $15 per 1000. By mail, 25c. per 100 extra. Send stamp for catalogue and description. A. BATTLES, Girard, Pa. BARB PIGEONS.—I have for sale, to reduce stock, some promis- ing youug Barbs, out of imported and home-bred stock. Also, a few other varieties. Address, with stamp. J.B. TOWN, 3871 Gay St., Baltimore, Md_ $2 FOR 13 EGGS! from premium strains of Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White and Dominique Leghorns, Bantams, and Ducks. Best stock in the country! SEND YOUR ORDER EARLY, accompanied with cash, to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Send for Circular and price of Fowls. POUTERS, 30 PAIRS FOR SALE.—Three pairs, at $4 per pair. Two pairs, at $5 per pair. Four pairs, at $6 per pair. Five pairs, at $8 per pair. Thirteen pairs, at $10 per pair. Three pairs, at $12 per pair. FANTAILS FOR SALE.—Thirteen pairs, at $4 to $10 per pair; very pretty birds. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md EGGS FOR SALE.—I am now booking orders for Eggs, delivered any time after February 15th, from my first-prize pedigree stock of Light Brahmas (Cock [echerche, mated with P. Williams’ and Felch Hens), at $6 per dozen. Dominique Eggs, $3 per dozen. Black African Bantam Eggs, $2 per dozen. Aylesbury Duck Eggs, $6 per dozen. All of which are first-class first Prize Stock. Eggs packed with care in patent boxes. Two fine Aylesbury Drakes for sale, direct from imported stock. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. MADAME DE LINAS’ LIGHTNING VERMIN ERADICATOR. : It is the best, safest, and quickest, and only sure destroyer of Fleas and Lice on Fowls, Dogs, Cattle, Horses, &c. Also, sure death to Moths in Fur. Sample boxes mailed, 50 cents. Agents wanted. HENRY C. CARTIER & CO., Manufacturing Agents for U.S., 720 Broadway, N. Y. A. M. CAREY, SELINSGROVE, PENNA., Breeder of First-Class Fowls. Good specimens of the following vari- eties for sale now at very low prices: Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Laced and Black Red Game Bantams. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. PIGEONS IN VARIETY, for sale low. No circulars, write for what you want to E. W SQUIRE & CO., Johnstown, N. Y. BLACK RUSSIAN CHICKS, bred by me, were awarded 1st and 2d premium at the great fair in Boston, 1873. I was also awarded Ist remium on Fowls and 1st on Chicks at Connecticut State Fair, 1873. ggs from above stock, $4.00 per sitting. Am selling eggs from Light Brahmas weighing from 11 to 13 pounds. Partridge Cochins, and Ply- mouth Rocks for $3.00 per sitting, All first premium and standard stock. For further particulars send stamp for descriptive circular to LUCIUS DUNBAR, West Bridgewater, Mass. EGGS from ist Premium Brown Leghorns, at $3.00 per setting. A. N. RAUB, Lock Haven, Pa. POULTRY.—Poultry breeders, fanciers, farmers and everybody in- terested in keeping fowls for pleasure or profit, should subscribe at once for the NORTHWESTERN POULTRY JOURNAL, a large, new, three- column, splendidly illustrated monthly, published in Minneapolis. The only poultry paper west of Illinois, the largest west of Connecticut, and the SOLE ORGAN of fanciers for the great Northwest. ONLY $1.00 PER YEAR, with new co-operative features, giving large benefits to all sub- scribers. Specimen copy 10 cents, postpaid. Agents wanted. Address T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn. CALCUTTA FANTAILS.—White Crested Calcutta Fantails, out of my imported stock. Having four pair to spare I will sell them ata reasonable price. They have thirty-two and as high as thirty-six feathers in their tail. Also, a few pair of very fine Toy Pigeons. Address, with stamp, GEO. SCHWINN, Nos. 21 & 23 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, Md. GAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A, AJ MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. Address FANCIERS’ AGENCY, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY FOWLS, : PIGEONS, RABBITS, AND PETS ofall kinds. GROUND BEEF AND PORK SCRAPS, GROUND BONE, GROUND OYSTER-SHELL. I have sold the Store 39 N. Ninth St., TO J. C. LONG, Jr., And now wish to dispose of my surplus LIGHT and DARK BRAHMAS, And all my FANCY PIGEONS, except my Antwerps, Owls, and Turbits. REASONABLE PRICES. DARK BRAHMA EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN, JOS. M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. LIGHT BRAHMA EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. JOS. M. WADE, | PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. FANCY PIGEONS.—I have on hand an immense quantity of Fancy Pigeons which I wish to dispose of for want of time to give them proper attention. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Phila. GOLDEN-SPANGLED POLANDS.—A few pairs or trios for sale at $5 per pair, and $7 per trio, fine birds; cash to accompany the order. Address D. B. BROWN, Peace Dale, Washington Co., R. I. BULL DOG FOR SALE.—Extra fine, one and a half years old. White, with colored spot on the face. Free from scars, and a_ perfect specimen. Price $30. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, No, 39 N. Ninth St., Phila., Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. = myself. Breeder of choice LIGHT BRAHMAS. Having had remarkable success with this breed for the past few years, I have concluded to offer a limited number of Eggs from the same fowls I am breeding from Orders booked in rotation as received. $d per doz. WM. FE. FLOW ER, SHOEMAKERTOWN, PA., COL. WOOD’S MUSEUM. SECOND GRAND NATIONAL DOG SHOW WILL BE HELD AT COL. WOOD'S MUSEUM, PHILAD’A, Commencing MONDAY, MARCH 16th, 1874. TWENTY-FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS IN COSTLY AND BEAUTIFUL PREMIUMS. Dog Fanciers and others interested in the improvement of THE CANINE RACE ‘ Are solicited to aid this grand enterprise by forwarding dogs from any part of the country for exhibition and competition. It is the intention of the management to present upon this occasion the LARGEST VARIETY OF DOGS That were ever placed on public exhibition, including some of the most beautiful and talented animals in the world. Catalogues and information can be had by addressing COL. WOOD’S MUSEUM, Philadelphia. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL JOB PRINTING OFFICE. WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF FANCY AND PLAIN JOB PRINTING, SUCH AS CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &c., &e. IN CASES WILERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- PENSATION. 4a- THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. WM. H. CHURCHMAN, CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, IS NOW BREEDING ONLY LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. NOTICE. AVING removed to Philadelphia and purchased the stock and fix- tures of store 39 North Nimth St., formerly occupied by J. M. WADE, I propose keeping at all times a full stock of FARM AND FANCY POULTRY, Aquatic Fowls, Song and Ornamental Birds, Pigeons in great variety. Plain and Fancy Cages, Aquariums, Gold Fish and Globes, Dogs, and pet animals of all kinds. A full supply of Books treating on these subjects and everything necessary to a well-ordered Poultry Yard or Aviary. Particular attention paid to stocking Pigeon Lofts; prices according to quality. PIGEONS, FOWLS, AND ANIMALS IMPORTED TO ORDER, Correspondence solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. REFERENCES : J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, Pa. E. 8. Ougley, Auburn, N. Y. W. H. Churchman, Claymont, Del. | N. B. Sherwin, Cleveland, Ohio. Philander Williams, Taunton, Mass. | Dodge & Kelly, Ravenna, Ohio. H. H. Stoddard, Hartford, Conn. W. H. Todd, Vermillion, Ohio. A. B. Estes, New York City. H. S. Huidekoper, Meadville, Pa. J. K. Felech, Natick, Mass. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. 7363 ee JN 24 200) BIRD POULTRY EXCHANGES UBRARIES Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, MARCH 26, 1874. No. 13. WHITE LEGHORNS. THE adjoining cut represents W hite Leg- horns bred by C. A. Pitkin, Hartford, Ct., who we believe to be the largest and best breeder of White Leg- horns in the country, besides breeding very largely of previously imported Leghorns. ‘He reports making two importations in 18738—one of two trios and one of three trios —and states that White Leghorn fowls are the most profitable of any now bred. He three hens) imported in 1851 by Capt. Isaac Gates, of Mystic Riv., on bark Asa Fish. The said stock has been bred in that vicinity ever since, and Charles Niles, second mate of the Asa Fish when the importation was made, is now living and will confirm the factsabovestated. The stock can be seen at any one time, and they have white ear-lobes. He believes these to be the first Brown has also five Brown _ == Leghorns brought to Leghorn hensand one cockerel, which were this country. If any ’ one knows of any ear- lier importation, let bred from Brown Leg- horns (one cock and Sy us hear from them. = ‘ N\A (For the Fanciers’ Journal.) THE BUFFALO CONVENTION. Mr. Eprror. Tue Convention recently held at Buffalo under the aus- pices of the American Poultry Association, has been spoken of by a writer in one of our poultry journals, as successful in every respect. To those whose only source of information has been the published reports of its meetings, this may seem a somewhat hasty verdict. In order to arrive at any cor- rect judgment, it is necessary for us to ascertain the pur- pose for which the Convention was convened, and then to see what has been accomplished, and what will be its proba- ble affect upon the poultry interests of America. The call of the Secretary stated that the object of the Convention was the revision of the ‘‘ American Standard of Excellence.” That there was need of a thorough revision of the existing Standard, no one who has made a study of its contents and kept his eyes and his mind open to the light which has been thrown upon the subject since the first edition was is- sued, will fora moment question. But the question natur- ally arises whether any Convention can, by yea and nay votes upon the several propositions submitted, compile or revise a Standard which will be any improvement upon its predecessors. The history of such theoretical Standards does not offer much encouragement. The English Standard was short-lived, and commanded little respect from the best informed English or American fanciers. The first edition of the American work died in its infancy from its own inherent weakness. The second edition still survives, but has. been for some time laid away among the old and useless rubbish of the past. The subject seems to be so gen- erally misunderstood, that it is very doubtful if any body of men could so construct a Standard as to make it acceptable, or fair and impartial in its application. We believe the making of a Standard requires more research, more study, and more deliberate thought, than the majority of poultry fanciers have either the time or the ability to give, and unless this information, thoroughly digested, and thought- fully applied, can be brought to bear upon the work, the time spent upon such a Standard will be sadly misapplied, and the work will not be worth the paper upon which it is written. The fate of all former Standards should teach us the worthlessness of all Standards made.upon the false basis of controlling the judges in their arbitrations, rather than upon the sound one of embodying the most accurate and con- sistent judging. This plan, which was advanced by Mr. Wright, and has been so ably set forth and advocated by him, appears much more simple and impartial in its appli- cation. From aconvention composed of gentlemen of intel- ligence, refinement, and business tact, we should have ex- pected more individuality than appears to have character- ized its meetings. We should very naturally have expected some presentation of new ideas, and some able and spicy ar- guments in their support, or some thoughtful suggestions drawn from past experience, whose wisdom would have been apparent toevery mind. But instead of this, which we had so fondly anticipated, we have only a tame acquiescence ‘in the old formulas which have proved of so little use, and grown so rusty and patched that the originals can hardly be recog- nized. We confess ourselves sadly disappointed, that among so many intelligent men no one was found to say a word in advocacy of the ideas which have been so often and so ably set forth by Mr. Wright upon this subject in all its bearings 194 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. "as a system, and in regard to its application. We are told that “Tn the elder days of art, Builders wrought with greatest care,” but in our times of hurry and struggle, thoroughness does not appear to be considered an essential. The work of months is crowded into days, and that of years into months. How then can we expect a work like a Standard as it ought to be, which should take years of study and reflection to perfect, to be hurried through a three days’ Convention, and reflect the highest type of American judging? Of the Standard itself we are not permitted to speak, for it has not yet seen the light; but whatever it may be, it is evident that its authors did not fully comprehend the situation, or appreciate their opportunity, or they would never have hung such a millstone about its neck as their instructions to the judges will prove to be, for it will most assuredly de- stroy any vitality which it may possess, and as assuredly con- sign it to the fate of its predecessors. That the Convention should have been so thoughtless as to incumber their work with such a dead weight, seems to us a mystery. In taking this ground, they have fairly turned their backs upon all the experience of the past six years, as well as upon all the information which has accumulated upon the subject. That any body of highly intelligent men could for a moment sup- pose that judges worthy the name could be obtained, after the experience we have had of such a system, who would undertake such arduous work, is past our comprehension ; but we are certain that if any of them had passed through the experience we have had in obtaining judges and assign- ing their duties, and have heard, as we have repeatedly heard, from them, the most thorough condemnation of such a system, they would have paused before they had committed themselves or their Convention to such a measure. If we have accurately weighed the testimony given in the pub- lished reports of the Convention, we confess ourselves un- able to see any good which will result to the poultry interest of America from its actions. Had the Convention, instead of going over the too oft-repeated formulas, and the out- grown systems, risen to the occasion and made a new depar- ture, they might, and undoubtedly would, have given a new impetus to the whole poultry interest; but they have chosen otherwise, and we must patiently wait and “By ceaseless study learn; by actions teach,” until our fanciers are brought to understand and appreciate the needs and demands of the time. Looking then at the work of the Convention from what ever point we may, we do not see anything to give encour- agement, but rather a feeling of dissappointment that no progress has been made; that so far as this subject of a Standard is concerned, we stand just where we did before, with a little more emphasis upon our conservatism, and that a splendid opportunity for American fanciers to take the lead in the needed reforms in poultry matters has been most heedlessly thrown away. W. FEBRUARY 25, 1874. > Pe yes~ A lady asked a pupil at a public examination. of a Sunday-school:— What was the sin of the Pharisees?” ‘« Hating camels, marm,’’ quickly replied the child. She had read that the Pharisees ‘strained at gnats and swal- lowed camels.” (For Fanciers’ Journal.) ADVENTURE WITH A SHARK. Durine the late war, when a regiment of Confederate soldiers were encamped at Virginia Point, opposite the city of Galveston, on Galveston Bay, a number of soldiers were bathing, when a huge shark made his appearance among them. The keen eyes of the ‘‘ Rebs’? were not long in taking in the situation, and they seized pieces of drift wood and, by beating upon the water and shouting vociferously, the finny monster was driven into water so shallow as to be unable to turn on his back to defend himself. Spades, axes, and tent-poles were then freely used in dispatching the un- welcome visitor. When drawn ashore he measured twelve feet in length, and was of the variety known as the blue shark. The soldiers neatly stripped off his rough and shining skin, and used it in polishing their muskets and swords. The joints of the vertebra, after bleaching in the sun on the sand, were appropriated by the regiment for salt- cellars. Not long since I somewhere read of the perilous adven- tures of a seafaring man who by some accident fell over- board from a vessel sailing from Manilla to San Francisco. The sea being very rough, his whole strength was seemingly required to keep on the surface. Imagine his dismay when he saw that he was besieged by hungry sharks, who made determined efforts to dismember his limbs. Being an ex- pert swimmer, by dexterous diving he managed to keep the sharks at bay and himself afloat for an hour, when a boat from the ship picked him up. The jaws of the shark sometimes measure several feet, and are studded with several rows of lance-like teeth, which cut with the keenness of a knife. Instances are recorded where the limbs of men have been dismembered by a single closure of the jaws, as if they had been as brittle as a reed. The writer has in his possession a petrified tooth of a shark, found in a bed of marl near the coast, which measures two inches in length and one inch across its base. It is lance- shaped and exceedingly sharp, and is by no means of the average size. It is a source of great amusement in sailing across the ocean, when becalmed, to observe the sailors fishing for sharks, which always follow in the wake of a vessel to devour anything that may be thrown overboard.- A hook made for this purpose is secured to a chain at least one foot long (the shark being capable of biting through a rope with ease); the other end of the chain is fastened to a stout rope, which is secured to the vessel. A severe plunge of a cap- tured shark would be quite sufficient to draw overboard several men. A large piece of pork is used in baiting the hook, and allowed to tow alongside. Sharks are generally eager to catch it, and have been known to leap several feet out of water to seize the bait before it reaches the surface. When once caught its mighty struggles create great excite- ment, for it exerts its whole strength to tear away from the hook; but the skilled seamen delight in using a harpoon, the handle of which is heavily loaded with lead, which gives force when dropped upon the struggling fish. When landed on deck its ponderous jaws open widely and close with great force; its tail twirls with wonderful agility, dealing heavy blows upon the deck, until the sailors render him senseless with an axe. The stomach is often the receptacle of treas- ures. As they are known to devour anything thrown over- board, the sailors consider this the curiosity shop, and ex- amine it with a deal of care. One having enjoyed the enlivening sport of shark-fishing can well realize the relief it affords the dull monotony of a sea voyage. Even ladies regard it as very pleasant pastime, while on land they would think of it as horrible. James 8. Bartey, M.D. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 195 PouttRy Department: (For Fanciers’ Journal.) BLACK HAMBURGS. THESE fowls are as yet, perhaps, less known than any of their class, and a few words may therefore be in place as to their merits, which will no doubt make them popular when recognized. They combine great utility with extraordinary beauty, being unsurpassed as continuous layers of large eggs (not as large as the Spanish, as some have said), which they yield almost all the year round, and standing first of all black fowls for grace of shape and brillianey of plumage. As table birds they are excellent, plump, juicy, and, like Games, always fat enough to kill as they run. They also resemble Games in looking lighter than they weigh; their neat plumage and compact shape accounting for this. Cocks weigh five and a half to six pounds, and hens aver- age four, fully matured. The chicks of this breed are easily raised, feathering evenly and in proportion to their strength ; neither running naked for weeks, like Spanish, or putting all their strength into wings, like young Games. May pul- lets will lay in November, and all winter with proper care; i.e., plenty to eat and good shelter. They, in common with all fowls, have a high appreciation of full liberty; but I have found them bear confinement as well as any but Asiatics, and better than Games and the other varieties of Hamburgs. In this vicinity I have found them better layers than Spanish in the very hot and very cold months. They have the fault of being great flyers, and liking to lay astray; but I have found mine easy to make tame, and by making nests in barrels, &c., near their houses, and leaving nest eggs in them, I manage to persuade them to select my choice of nests. Rose Comp. New York, March 7, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) UTILITY AND PROFIT OF FOWLS. WuHeEn the very interesting subject of fowls is broached, the following remark, or something similar to it, is often heard: ‘‘ Fowls are of no use; they are dirty, require care, and, | above all, do not pay.’’ In fact, this seems to be the pre- vailing opinion among ‘‘non-fanciers.”’? The remark comes, perhaps, from one who has never kept fowls, or it may be from one who has kept them; but from whichever of these the remark emanates, it is useless to say it is substantially incorrect. In the first place, he contends, ‘' Fowls are of no use.’’? Now, for a man to say this is absurd, to say the least. Hardly a day passes without our friend partaking of some article of food partially composed of the products of poultry, and as for the fowls themselves, they are invaluable for the table; this, combined with the fact that, if our friend has leisure time to examine his stock, or is surrounded by children who have leisure time to examine it, he or they may learn a great many lessons of value from the poultry, makes it plain that fowls are of some use, and we may proceed. Again, he says, ‘‘ They are dirty.” Now, that all animals are dirty to a greater or less extent it is needless to remind our readers; but how absurd it would be for a farmer to give | up his sheep or cattle because they ‘are dirty.”’ Fowls, with a little attention every day (mark the words), are as clean as any of our domestic animals, if not cleaner. The fowl, when in good health, will keep him or herself cleaner than any mortal could keep him or herself, so that all the birds want is to have their pen or inclosure cleaned — every day. But some say we cannot spare the time every day to clean our hen-houses. Let me tell them that ten minutes or a quarter of an hour will suffice to clean a very large hen-house, provided it is done actually every day. Where the floors are covered with sand or earth, it is perhaps unnecessary to clean your house out so often. But our uninitiated friends make another objection, viz.: ‘¢ Fowls require care.”’ Now, in the first place, it is perfectly use- less for a man to keep fowls unless he has a natural love for pets, for the reason that such a man is almost sure to leave the care of his fowls to some servant, who takes no special interest in the fowls, and then his birds are a most miserable failure; so that unless the care bestowed on his fowls is a pleasure, he can derive no profit, and must give them up at once. But when the management of his birds becomes a pleasure, as it does to an ardent fancier, then the care ceases, so the argument of our antagonist is done away with, and instead of being a care, they become a great and ever-increasing amusement. : Lastly, he says, ‘‘ Fowls do not pay.’’ There is very little to be added to the substantial proofs on this subject; let our friend look at the poultry papers and read the accounts of the profits on fowls. There are plenty of men who have made them pay, we should judge as well, if not better, than sheep, pigs or cattle, with far less trouble. . Let no one therefore make the excuse for not keeping poultry that they ‘do not pay,’? when such tremendous prices are realized from sales of first-class birds and their eggs. Our friend may keep any breed, or he may keep dunghills, but whatever he keeps, if he keeps them right, they will pay; if he does not keep them right they will not pay, but will become an unnecessary evil, costing more than they come to, and.doing more harm than good. If a man procures a dozen hens and a cock, and puts them ina yard, leaving them to the care of an uninterested servant, they become a burden and expense to him; whereas, if he looks after them a little himself, the little trouble it costs him is nothing compared to the satisfaction he will have on seeing that his profits have been much more than his losses. Hoping that we have not trespassed too much on your valuable and successful Journal, I remain, yours truly, Buack Rep. New York, March 13, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SOME QUESTIONS ABOUT FOWLS AND ‘‘ FOWL” MATTERS. FRIEND WADE. Dear Sir: As I try to keep posted on all matters per- taining to fancy fowls and pigeons, I would like to ask a few questions, and have you or some of your many readers answer them through the Fanciers’ Journal 196 FANCIERS’ What is meant to be understood when we see breeders offering standard fowls for sale, and at prices varying so much? Now, I have some good fowls, and have paid good prices for those that I have bought. I have dealt with men that I thought were honest; have had from them a descrip- tion of the fowls that they had for sale, also their price for the same, and oftentimes have I, after getting their descrip- tion, claiming them to be standard birds and so. on, with prices so low when compared with other dealers, been afraid to order for fear something was wrong. Now, as I said, I have some good fowls; but I have not, -nor never had, what I call a standard bird, not in the mean- ing of the word as I understand it. I understand the word standard to mean one hundred points, and unless a bird can figure this he or she is not a standard bird. One other question I would like to have answered, for I feel somewhat interested. Is there not some way that a man (if he is entitled to be called such), can be shown up when he will stoop so lowas to misrepresent his fowls, get a man’s money, and then send stock that is not as described? I know of parties that have received for their money fowls that were not fit to be called by the name claimed for them, and could they have been sent to some competent judges of the same, they would have been willing to have given them the fowls, and paid express charges, to have had the parties that sold them showed up in such a manner as they deserved. One more question and I am through. What is the use of parties that have been defrauded to come out in a long letter stating that A, B or C had cheated them in some “ fowl transaction,’ as I often have seen in poultry papers? After reading the same I never have yet been able to see or learn either party’s name. There seems a disposition on the part of poultry papers to suppress all such names, for fear some one would be injured by publishing them; and I am free to con- fess that it might, in some cases, where parties have received what they claimed was not as it should be, at the same time they had received their money’s worth, having invested two or three dollars, and had expected to receive a bird with one hundred points, although they themselves could not count the points even should the bird contain them. But there are cases where, I believe, parties should be published, so that others might not be caught by the same rascal. Having said more than I intended, and probably more than I should, I will wait and see if the few questions will be answered. Yours truly, ‘A. K. Marrin. BINGHAMTON, March 9, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) FLOORS FOR FOWL HOUSES. Mr. Epiror. Durina the past three years I have been favorably im- pressed with the idea of using anthracite coal-dust, or screen- ings from coal-yards, for floors. Noticing the average good health of my neighbor’s fowls, whom I knew gave them but little attention, I made it my business to watch the habits of his flock. Sometimes he fed them, but as that depended upon his convenience it was only an occasional luxury to them, and they were compelled to forage or die. Near by were the coal-yards where horses and mules are often fed while loading, &c., and considerable grain is dropped in the coal-dust. Here they were obliged to scratch for their living. As they were in good order, I bought several of them for table use, thereby saving my own more valuable ones. They were always found in a healthy condition, and JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. on examination never found any other gravel in the gizzards but small particles of coal. Since then I have used it for floors, covering the ground with it about five inches deep, and have found it to answer a good purpose. It being very loose is easily raked up, and does not become tainted as soon as dry earth, whilst at the same time it affords the desired gravel and a number one dust-bath for dark colored fowls. During stormy weather, when confined in the house, by scat- tering whole grain on such a floor, they can have tall amuse- ment in scratching it around, and keeps them from mischief otherwise. Respectfully, A. C. HUNSBERGER.., PORTLAND, Pa., March 7, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CENTRAL ILLINOIS POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Jos. M. WabgE, Esq. I herewith send you a brief report of the first annual ex- hibition of the Central Illinois Poultry Association, held in Conservatory Hall, in this city, Thursday, Friday, and Sat- urday, February 19th, 20th, and 21st, 1874, requesting its publication in your valuable Journal. Our exhibition, I believe, is the first one exclusively for poultry held in this State, and although it was a feeble attempt compared with what we hope to attain to, yet we think it very creditable, considering the fact that we are all beginners and had such a brief space of time in which to work the matter up since we organized. Many breeders were prevented from coming because of the lateness of the season, as they had made up their breeding-pens and did not want to disturb them. The weather was very inclement also (it rained almost constantly), which made the attend- ance much less than it would otherwise have been. We are very well satisfied with this our first attempt, but we hope next season to at least treble both the number of entries, variety on exhibition, number of visitors, and amount offered in premiums, of this year. The time (which we have not yet decided upon) will be announced in due season. Below I give a list of entries and awards: CLASS I—ASIATICS. Light Brahmas.—Entries—C. Letters, two trios; W. H. Gilbert, one trio; B. R. Upham, one trio; James O. Hamil- ton, two trios; Thomas Mason, two trios; J. M. Huckstep, two trios. Awards—Ist, J. M. Huckstep; 2d, Thomas Mason; 8d, J. M. Huckstep. Dark Brahmas.—Entries— H. M. Pratt, two trios; T. P. Stacy, one trio; Robt. Mason, two trios; J. S. Hilcher, one trio, imported; J. M. Huck- step, one trio. Awards—lIst, J. M. Huckstep; 2d and 3d, H. M. Pratt. Buff Cochins.—Entries—J. M. Culley, two trios; George W. Fox, one trio; P. A. Bartlett, one trio; E. De Freitas, one trio. Awards—Ist, George W. Fox ; 2d, P. A. Bartlett. Partridge Cochins.—Entries—J. M. Cully, one trio; George W. Fox, three trios; T. P. Stacy, one trio; P. A. Bartlett, two trios; Charles Cassell, one trio; Timothy Mason, three trios; O. D. Fitzsimmons, one trio; J. M. Huckstep, one trio. Awards—Ist,,Charles Cassell ; 2d, P. A. Bartlett; 3d, J. M. Cully. Black Cochins.—Ist, T. H. Smaltz. CLASS II—DORKINGS. No Entries. CLASS III—GAMES. Black-breasted Red.—Entries—A. J. Taylor, three pairs ; Ira Ennis, one pair; J. L. Craven, one pair. Awards—Ist, Ira Ennis; 2d, A. J. Taylor. Brown Red —list, J. L. Craven. Duckwing.—I1st, J. L. Craven. Silver Gray.—lst, J. L. Craven. CLASS IV. White Leghorns.—|st, William M. Buckingham. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 197 CLASS V. Silver Snangled Polands.—Entries—E. De Freitas, one trio; R. Mason, one trio. Awards—Ist, E. De Freitas; 2d, Robert Mason. Golden Polands.—1st, Harry W. Richards. CLASS VI—FRENCH. No Entries. CLASS VII. Golden Spangled Hamburgs.— 1st, R. Mason. Silver Spangled Hamburgs.—Entries—Irving Washington, one trio; A, Foreman, two trios; Thomas Mason, two trios. Awards—Ist and 2d, Thomas Mason. CLASS VIII. Black-breasted Red Game Bantams.—Entries—S. R. King, three trios; Robert Mason, one trio; Charles Cassell, one trio. Awards—Ist, Charles Cassell; 2d, R. Mason. Gold Laced Bantams.—Entries—A. Foreman, one trio; P. A. Bartlett, one trio; J. M. Huckstep, one trio. Awards—lst, P. A. Bartlett; 2d, J. M. Huckstep. White Bantams.—lst, J. M. Huckstep. CLASS IX. Plymouth Rocks.—1st, H. M. Pratt. CLASS X. Bronze Turkeys.—Entries—J. L. Craven, one pair; Ben- son Retter, one pair. Awards—lst, Benson Retter; 2d, J. L. Craven. CLASS XI. China Gieese.—I\st, J. Li. Craven. CLASS XII. Top-knot Ducks.—1st, J. L. Craven. CLASS XITI—CANARIES. No Entries. CLASS XIV. Dressed Chickens.—Entries—W. H. Gilbert, one; Wm. Buckingham, one; J. O. Hamilton, one. Awards—lst, William Buckingham. CLASS XY. Best Sitting Pure-bred Eggs.—Entries—P. A. Bartlett, Thomas Mason. Award—P. A. Bartlett. SPECIAL PREMIUMS. Barn-yard Fowls.—W. H. Surton. Best trio Partridge Cochins.—Entries—Charles Cassell, one trio; P. A. Bart- lett, one trio; J. M. Huckstep, one trio; J. M. Cully, one trio; T. Mason, three trios. Award—Charles Cassell. Best Partridge Cochin Cock.—Entries—P. A. Bartlett, Charles Cassell. Award—P. A. Bartlett. Best Partridge Cochin Hen.—P. A. Bartlett. Best trio Light Brahmas.—Entries— J. M. Huckstep, one trio; Thomas Mason, one trio; B. R. Upham, one trio. Award—J. M. Huckstep. Best Light Brahma Cock.—Entries—B. R. Upham, Thomas Mason, J. M. Huckstep. Award—J. M. Huckstep. Best Light Brahma Hen.—Entries—B, R. Upham, J. M. Huckstep, and Thomas Mason. Award—J. M. Huckstep. Best trio Dark Brahmas.—Entries—J. M. Huckstep, J. 8. Hilcher, imported. Award—J. M. Huckstep. Best Dark Brahma Cockerel.—Entries—R. Mason, H. M. Pratt. Award—H. M. Pratt. Best trio Imported Dark Brahmas.—J.S8. Hilcher. Black-breasted Red Game Bantams.—Chas. Cassell. Dressed Chicken.—Entries—W. H. Gilbert, J. O. Hamilton, and Wm. Buckingham. Award—Wm. Buckingham. Game Cock.—J. L. Craven. Wild Turkey.—David Schoonorn. SWEEPSTAKES. Entries—H. M. Pratt, one trio Plymouth Rocks; J. M. Huckstep, one trio Light Brahmas and one trio Dark Brahmas; G. W. Fox, one trio Buff Cochins; W.S. Sur- ton, one trio Barnyard; Charles Cassell, one trio Partridge Cochins; P. A. Bartlett, one trio Partridge Cochins. Awards—Ist, G. W. Fox; 2d, J. M. Hucksiep. B. R. Urnam, Secretary. Respectfully, JACKSONVILLE, Iuu., March 10, 1874. Gorrespontence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. Wang, Esq. Dear Sir: Among other on dits, please announce the following for the readers of the Journal : LARGE EGGS. To compete with friend Ferris on the large egg question, please say that Richard Carter, of this place, has a Light Brahma hen that lays at intervals—about once every ten days—eggs measuring 63 inches the short way and 8 inches the long way, weighing 4 ounces and a fraction. Her aver- age egg—and she lays very regularly—measures 6 by 7} inches. Let some egg mathematician report who is ahead. I have a hen that regularly lays round eggs. As a speci- men, her last measures 5}8 by 6 inches. Who beats for round? AGED BANTAM. A. M. Trimmer, also of this place, has a Bantam hen seventeen years old, lively as a cricket, lays every year, raises two broods each year, sometimes three; is the best sitter and mother on his place, and still shows no signs of “shuffling off her mortal coil.” She weighs nineteen ounces, is highly valued as a gift from a deceased friend, and will be kindly cared for as long as she lives. Yours truly, W. H. Baxer. Cuinton, N. J., March 14, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: Will yon please correct mistake in your Jour- nal. 1 took first and special in the Angora Rabbit class, whereas you have credited the same to H. Maynes? I would also like to know when and where the premiums will be awarded. Respectfully yours, Haywarp Moraan. FRANKFORD, PHiLa., March 10, 1874. We cannot say when the premiums will be awarded, but probably Mr. Saunders, Treasurer, No. 705 Walnut Street, could give the desired information. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) FOWLS ON A FREE RIDE. Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: In the first place, permit me to say that nine out of ten of your readers will,doubt what I am about to relate, about a pair of game fowls that in the winter of 1873 took a free ride from New York City to Rochester, N. Y. However incredible it may appear, it can be vouched for by many leading citizens of this place, who saw them sitting on the truck of the sleeping coach that passes this station at 9.20 a.m. (west). This car leaves New York at 6.30 P.M. These chickens were kept about the railroad yards by some of the workmen, and were in the habit of roosting about under the cars. Well, that bitter cold night they roosted on this sleeper and came west, and were not noticed by the train-men until they arrived here, when they were pointed out to one of the brake-men, who said he would ‘coop them birds when he arrived in Rochester.’’? The Mercury must have stood at twelve degrees below zero as they went drifting outward on the express in the teeth of one of the worst north westers we had that winter. We, of course, expected they were frozen stiff and fast to the iron bar upon which they sat, but on stiring them up a little they took their heads from under their wings and seemed comfortable, as the train moved off into a cloud of steam and snow, when they put their heads under their wings again and went on ‘‘deadhead,’’ though on the Hudson River and N. Y. C. R. R. : Yours truly, J. H. Wartina. Seneca Fats, N. Y., March 11, 1874. P.S.—The distance was more than three hundred miles, ~ his birds are clean. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Pigeon DepaRTHeNT. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) NUNS. TueE Nun is a very interesting member of the Toy family, and a flight of first-class birds is a beautiful sight, especially when they have been taught to fly high and to keep much upon the wing. The dark color tip- ping the four extremities (wings, tail, and head) of the white body presents a pleasing con- trast as we look upwards at the flight as it sails over us. And not alone as birds of flight are they of interest; upon a well- kept lawn or fancy stable-eaves they are attractive. The variety should be kept by itself. It does not mix well with the other varieties, and any cross from it is useless unless the manipulator has distinct projects in his mind as to the wherefore of his cross. An amateur can breed Nuns with great success, as the variety is one of ‘the oldest and best established, and when the stock is truly bred and cared for there is little to be done except culling out the foul-marked young ones. The culling out can be done by any one who has an eye for colors and a knowledge of the markings of the Nun. The culling out, it must be remembered, does not refer to the plucking out of foul feathers, but to the selection and killing of all young birds whose coloring is not as perfect as ' it ought to be. Many amusing anecdotes might be rehearsed of the culling of fouls from the Toys, and few fanciers but know very thoroughly the meaning of the word; in fact, it is astonishing with what a keen sense of the finer meaning of words a fancier looks at a bird that is liable to foul feathers. He is always a little suspicious, even of the most honest dealer; and many a careful breeder has to bear for a time the onus of the treachery of unscrupulous imposters. I have been cheated so often that 1 never now ask aman if What is the use of causing a man to lie as well as cheat? In these last sentences I am not striking at any particular person or class of persons; but a foul feather is such an eyesore, and so many birds are im- proved by the extraction of it, and so few people can tell when it is out, that the temptation to draw a little hard on it is as much as a conscientious man can withstand. He will pick up his bird, and would willingly give a dollar if the foul was not there. By and by he begins to finger that feather, and then he would give two dollars if it was not there. Now is the time for him to let that bird go if he wishes to remain easy in mind, but he cannot, and presently the feather drops out, and the bird drops to the floor as clean as a pin. But, how about that man’s conscience? Why the first time his friend praises that bird the guilty indi- | friend a pair of Nuns, and after giving, la place for them, which we did, on the lawn, in front of the vidual would give five dollars if that foul feather were back in its place. The bird has become an upbraiding object to him, and the foul has been transplanted from the bird to that man’s honor, and it sticks there and rankles until the feather grows again, and experience teaches him that a foul- marked bird can be better borne than foul-marked honor. Nearly twenty years ago (by the way, I used that expres- sion once before, and it got me the name of ‘an old bach- elor,”” which is not so, as I am a young one) I gave to a was obliged to build house. It was in a Southern State, where the cold of winter seldom affected the birds, and our house was all out-doors— that is, in the centre of the circular plot formed- by the car- riage-drive. We seta post ten feet high; three feet and a half from the ground was a circular platform, and near the top of the post was a fancy roof. The boxes were built around the post, and a lattice-work of wire imprisoned the birds until such times as the fair owner allowed them lib- erty. There they lived for years, and their family increas- ing, was kept in the purest order and fineness by the regular selection of the fittest subjects. The selection of the best birds can be accomplished by any one, for Nuns are small white birds, with black, blue, yellow, or red heads, tails, and tips of wings. For instance : Take a white, hooded bird in your hand, and color its head with black as far back as the lower inside edge of the hood, and continue the coloring from the corners of the hood to a point on the front of the neck, about an inch and a half i rm 7 my a ree i | = | below the insertion of the ze so as to have the appearance of a bib; then color the tail back of a line passing across the vent and encircling the posterior part of the rump, and the primary flight (the ten outer) feathers of each wing, and you have the coloring of the Nun. The beak is black, as are the beaks of all black-headed pigeons; eyes, pearl; hocd, large and evenly turned, the inside perfectly white in fine birds; the legs bare and red; toe-nails in standard birds black. , In judging Nuns, I have always thought of the following points: 1. Coloring, a pure white with deep black, the lines of division distinetly drawn, and no foul feathers of either color appearing. 2. Hyes, pearl. 3. Hood well shaped, and clean on the inside. 4, Feet, clean red, with black toe-nails. 5. Colors, black, blue, red, yellow, and dun. The last color I should like to see done away with, as it stands in the way of purity of tone in the yellow. A flight of Nuns of the four colors is a good problem for a fancier; FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 199 and as he breeds them he will find some of the young that have colored heads and tails, but no colored flights. What is he to think of these? Why, call them Moore Heads, or Moore Caps, and enter them for premiums in those classes, as other men do. The name for such in Germany is the Bearded Pigeon, but they have been called in this country German Nuns. He will also have some of the young that will have the colored head only, the rest of the body being white; these are called in Germany the Death’s Head. Then, again, some of the young will have well-marked tails and wings; but the color of the head, instead of forming a bib on the neck, will stop at a line even with the eye, so that the top of the head is the part colored; and such birds were called by the ancient fanciers Helmets, and by the moderns Snells, more especially if the flights should also be white; therefore, to be a good Snell is to be an indifferent Nun—that is, a Nun that has lost all the black except that of the tail and the little on the top of the head, is called a Snell or Helmet in these days. These Snells have their admirers, and they have been bred as a separate variety for many years. They are of all colors, and are both plain-headed and capped. An enthusiastic fancier imported a pair of Helmets, at considerable cost, in the days when such importations were rare. Upon asking him how he liked his Helmets, the answer came, “They are nothing but d——d yellow-headed Snells.’’ So much for a name. When carefully bred the Snell is a pretty toy for young fanciers to trifle over, but I do not think it is worth perpetu- ating asa variety. For the benefit of those who may like it, I subjoin the following points: 1, Coloring, white with black tail and scalp, the black of the scalp covering the head above a line drawn from the corners of the beak through the centre of the eyes. 2. Hyes, pearl. 3. Feet, clean and red. 4. Colors, black, blue, red, and yellow. The plain-headed are preferable, as presenting most dis- tinetive marks from the Nuns. The upper half of the beak partakes of the color next it on the head, and is darker than the lower half. When the Nun or Snell ran nearly out—that is, had no black except the tail and a spot on the head at the insertion of the beak—the bird was called a Spot, which name at last came to designate a bird that had lost all black color except the spot on its head, so that now when we hear a Spot spoken of we can imagine to ourselves a washed-out Nun, perfectly white, except the spot on the head at the base of the beak, which gives to the bird its name according to the color, as Yellow Spot, Red Spot, &c. There is also a White Spot connected with Priests in an analogous manner. Now, some philosopher may say this mode of reasoning is all wrong ; that the Spot was the original of the Helmets and Nuns; that a descendent of the Spot becoming impure by the addition of more color to the head and tail, becomes a Helmet, and with still more color in the head, wings, and tail, becomes a Nun. Well, suppose the reasoning from this end of the problem to be true, it but proves the interdependence of these strains of pigeons which are dignified with the names of varieties. Dr. W. P. Moraan. BALTIMORE, Mp. Hrems Muteresting and Amusing. yas A Scranton paper, in giving an account of a shoot- ing affray, says the wounded man is expected to recover, as the pistol ball lodged in his dinner pail. SG" ‘Do you think,” asked Mrs. Pepper, ‘that a little temper is a bad thing in a woman?” “ Certainly® not,”’ responded her gallant husband, ‘‘it is a good thing, and she ought never to lose it.” pas G. T. Hollingsworth, Utica, New York, killed a Light Brahma hen November 7th, that weighed when dressed, 11 pounds. She was one of a trio purchased in Canada. ga@e An old farmer in New Hampshire recently killed a pig, and being asked how much it weighed, replied that it did not weigh as much as he expected, and he did not expect it would. "iG It is stated that three ounces of carbolic acid put into twelve quarts of lime water or white-wash, and brushed over the inside of the hen-house, there will soon be an end of in- sect life within those doors. Try it. 10,000 worn-out horses and mules are annually consumed for food in the city of Paris. In the year 1861 less than 1000 supplied the horse-meat market. The appetite for this dainty food seems to grow by what it feeds on. iG The English Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has offered premiums to the amount of £400 for improvements in the means of conveying cattle, and in- ducing railway companies to adopt them. iar The Danbury News says a horse ran away on Lib- erty street, on Saturday afternoon, and a man on the side- walk, with a wonderful presence of mind, threw his hat at the animal, screamed fire, and immediately jumped over a fence and disappeared in a cellar-way. pas It isn’t always best to call things by their right names. A young gentleman called a coach-dog a Dalmatian hound, and was informed by his fiance that if he could not refrain from profanity in her presence they must henceforth be strangers. pas- A Bennington girl, whose domestic nature is equal to her natural simplicity, was invited by-an advent exhorter to join his sect, get her white robe ready, and pre- pare to ascend. ‘I can’t,”’ the maiden replied, “ father and mother are going, and somebody must stay and see to the cattle.” yas An Iowa girl of nineteen summers has, with her own hands, during the past season, raised 1000 bushels of corn, 500 heads of cabbage, 100 bushels of onions, and cal- culates on netting $500. Some impecunious and lazy eastern youth, who has only been able to raise a feeble moustache during his life, will probably ‘go west,” and marry this amazing heroine. pas The annual meeting of the breeders of short-horn cattle, was held in Cincinnati last week, and various questions concerning breeding were discussed. In a discus- sion as to whether white, roan, or red cattle were best in the quality of their flesh, most of the breeders favored white and roan. Mr. Christie, of Canada, asserted that, judging from observations during thirty years’ experience, the yellow-reds were emphatically the best. Dense reds, he said, were not of the original stock. 200 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by Joseru M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. a Saco J OURNAL AND Aj OULTRY (Fxonaves, - JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 89 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year, Specimen Copies, by mail, ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject mteresting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. ! 1 inch of space, set solid...............00+ $1 20, ae Recteeeencd $1 80 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid. 1 page, 216 lines, solid... Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. FANCIERS’ GAZETTE. A new weekly paper, with the above title, is announced by | T C Bird | Teague, one cage, Canary Bird. Messrs. Cassel, Petter & Galpin, to be published in London, the first number to appear about April 10th. Like the Fan- ciers’ Journal, it will treat on all subjects interesting to the fancier. It will be under the editorial management of Mr. Lewis Wright, so well known by his various writings on poultry, and more especially his ‘' Practical Poultry Keeper,”’ ‘* Brah- ma Fowl,” “Book of Poultry,” &c., &c. In connection with the above announcement, we wish to state that we are indebted to Mr. Lewis Wright, for the title of our own Journal. As will be seen by referring to the prospectus in No. 1, we had long contemplated publishing a weekly Journal, and during the spring of 1873 corresponded with Mr. Wright, with a view of securing his services as a regu- lar contributor. It was during this correspondence that Mr. Wright in- formed us that ‘‘sometime ago I had thought of starting a weekly paper, and had I done so I would have named it the Fanciers’ Journal, but as I am permanently engaged here I will make you a present of the above title.” We at once saw its value and had it copyrighted, and hence Mr. Wright’s paper will be called the Fanciers’ Gazette, he not wishing to create confusion by having two papers of the same name, even in different countries. Subscriptions to the Fanciers’ Gazette will be received at this office. see + BOOK OF PIGEONS. Messrs. Cassel, Petter & Galpin, have commenced the publication of an exhaustive work on Pigeons, by Robert Fulton, to be edited and arranged by Lewis Wright. It will be illustrated by life-like, colored plates, also by numer- ous engravings on wood, by J. W. Ludlow. Mr. Wright, and Mr. Ludlow, are well known to nearly every fancier | breasted Red Games. in this country. Mr. Fulton is not so well known. We have visited his lofts (which are models), and have met him at several fairs in England, and are satisfied that what he does not know about a pigeon, is not worth knowing. ee REMARKS ON EXCHANGE COLUMN. A BULL-DOG, extra fine, awaits in the garden for you, young man. For anything else than dogs you can take him, if you can. Send on your bids and leather your legs, for he’ll chew your calves to quids. LrGHHoRN PuLLeErs vs. JEwuLRy. Gentlemen, where is your gallantry, and where are your Leghorn Pullets? A woman—eyvidently a practical woman—expresses her de- sire to exchange corals and gold for chickens. Turn out your best, for you have wives or sweethearts who admire the jewelry, and she wants eggs. Aw Inpran Deut SHAwn is up. Who will take it down, and show his art in placing it about the shoulders of some fair woman? ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Five LINEs, oR Forty- E1aur WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. - WILL EXCHANGE, HOUDANS—one Cock and five Hens—for Lt. Brahmas of Wade’s or Williams’ strains, or $20, and one Cock and four Hens, Sumatra Games, for Wright’s New Book (bound) on Poultry, or $15. Address T. D. ADAMS, Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. TO EXCHANGE, a well bred Dalmatian Dog, well marked, one year old (good ratter), for Fowls, or Belgian Canary Birds; must be choice —or will sell. Address GS. GATES, 146 Swan St., Albany, N.Y. WILL EXCHANGE Italianized or Black Bees, or Brown Leghorn Eggs for GREENBACKS. FE. J. KINNEY, Worcester, Mass. FANCY PIGEONS.—Wanted in exchange for Fancy Pigeons, Cochin Fowls, or Owls and Barbs, for other varieties. Stock must be strictly first-class. Send description to W. ATLEE BURPEE, 1332 Arch St., Philadelphia. WILL EXCHANGE trio of Partridge Cochins for Light or Dark Brahmas, or Brown Leghorns. Weight of Cock 12 lbs., and Hens 10 lbs. i M. FRY, Vineland, N. J. TO EXCH ANGE.—A Black and White Fox Hound Pup (male), 9 months old, for Butf Cochins. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa. I WILL EXCHANGE an extra fine Aylesbury Drake for first- class Black African Bantam Hens, or will buy Hens. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE ADVERTISING in the “Northwestern Poultry Journal,” at regular cash rates, for trios of pure, well-marked Brown or Black Leghorns, Black or Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Domi- niques, or Plymouth Rocks. The expressage to be PREPAID, and both expressage and a fair cash price for the fowls to be paid for in advertis- ing asabove. This offer for thirty days from March 5th. Address T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn, GAME FOWLS.—A few pairs of Black B. Reds and Dusty Miller | Games will be exchanged for Earl of Derby Games, or Brown Leghorns. Address G. W. WARNE & CO., 1305 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. SHADE TREES WANTED in exchange for Dark Brahmas, or Fancy Pigeons. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. JOS. M. BROOKS, COLUMBUS, INDIANA, will exchange a Key Check Outtit, Dies, Ornamenting Stamps, Stock, &e., for Light “Brahma Hens. A good chance for some man or boy to make 1 money that has the time to attend to this business. No hens wanted weighing less than 10 lbs. each. Write for full particulars, JOS. M. BROOKS, Columbus, Ind. POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. ber 8, 9, 10, and. 11. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Seeretary, Portland, Maine. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. — Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... -92 00 The Brahma Fowl . 2 50 The Poultry Book eee een . 9 00 The Pigeon Book - 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)....... 1 25 The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). - 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Geunders) .-Paper, 40c., Grou, 73 American Bird Fancier.. 380 Rabbit Fancier (Bement).. 30 Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2v Is. 6 00 The TMustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright) in 25 monthly parts, GEXE) Noscpcoancocooeboosoadececnatecesiacces OU, American Standard of Excellence.. 50 Any book on any advertised list will of price. Address ent prepaid by mail on receipt JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS, and COACH DOGS.—A pair of each for sale; fine dogs. Also, a lot of first-class singing Canaries, and bright metal cages. J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, PARTRIDGE COCHINS and WHITE LEGHORNS.—A fine lot of pure-bred Fowls of above varieties to dispose of. Prices ac- cording to quality. All pure-bred birds. J. C. LONG, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. FOR SALE.—One Partridge Cochin Hen, Pea-Comb, imported from H. Beldon, England. Price, $10. Also, First Prize B. Spanish Cock, at Guelph, Canada, $10, and four Duck-Wing Game Bantam Cockerels, at $3 each. DUNCAN McR. KAY, Galt, Ontario, Canada, BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few sittings of Eggs, $4. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. BROWN LEGHORNS.— breeding in any yard. Address R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del. HMAMBURGS and BANTAMS.—Egegs from Imported Golden and Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Golden and Silver Sebright Bantams, \g per doz. A few trios of Hamburgs at $12 to $20. THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE -@§ AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. FOR SALE CHEAP.—A choice lot of Dusty Miller and Black B. Red Game Fowl. Address G. W. WARNE & CO., 1305 Chestnut St., St. Louis, Mo. NATURALIST.—ARTHUR J. COLBURN, 486 Washington St., Boston, Mass., Naturalist Taxidermist. Tools, Supplies, and Artificial Eyes for sale. Send stamp for Priced Catalogue, and mention where you saw this advertisement. Address BACON & SPINNING, Breeders of Light Brahmas and Par- tridge Cochins. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahmas (Williams’ & Buzzell’s strains, $3 per setting; Partridge Cochins (Brackett’s strain), #4 per setting. Have for sale one Partridge Cochin Cockerel, very fine, at $8, and four Light Brahma Cockerels, at $5 each. P.O. address, Riverside Station, Fairfield Co., Conn, LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY.—Joseph M. Brooks, Columbus, Indiana, can furnish Eggs from choice heavy hens at $5 per 13, 26 for $9. Well packed in cushioned-bottomed boxes. Fowls in fall that will “speak for themselves,” at $10 per pair. Price List of Italian Bees and Queens free. WHITE LEGHORNS AND S.S. HAMBURGS.—A few trios pure bred birds of above varieties now on hand, price, $9.00 to $15.00 per trio. J.C. LONG, JR., 89 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. ANGORA RABBITS AND GUINEA PIGS, two and three months old, now ready for delivery. Price, $3.00 and $4.00 per pair. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. BARBS.—Inside and Outside Tumblers. I have a great variety of these birds now on hand. Prices according to quality. ~ J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS! €.0.D. C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowils, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. FRANK FITCH, CLYDE, N. Y., Breeder of Pure Bred Poultry and Berkshire Pigs, from imported stock. Eggs for hatching in season. Catalogue and package Mammoth Corn free, for stamp. 435> Choice Seed Potatoes also for sale. WHO CAN BEAT THIS 2?—I received at the Buffalo Show, 24 premiums and only exhibited 19 pairs of Pigeons; so that any one want- ing first-class Pigeons will do well to write me at once, with their order. I can supply POUTERS, most all colors. CARRIERS, Black, Dun, Blue, and Yellow. JACOBINES, Yellow, and White Mottled. TURBITS, Blue-Winged, Yellow-Winged, and Solid Yellow. ISABELLA POUTERS, Yellow and Red. TRUMPETERS, the best on this continent; Black, Solid Yellow, and Yellow Hungarian Trumpeters. Also, Latin or Ground Tumblers. Iam now booking orders for the coming season, and to se- cure first-class birds orders must be sent at once with 25 per cent. of the purchase money, then I will book orders accordingly, and deliver the birds during the Summer or coming Fall. My FANTAILS are not ex- ecHed in this country. I can supply Red, Black, Blue, and White Cal- cuttas; also, Solid Yellow. Circulars and Engravings of Pigeons sent on receipt of six cents in postage stamps. A. GOEBEL, Mitchell, Ontario, Canada, MONTWUE POULTRY YARDS. PARTRIDGE COCHINS, DARK BRAHMAS, WHITE LEGHORNS, HOUDANS, W. F. BLACK SPANISH STANDARD STOCK. EGGS FOR SALE. FOWLS FOR SALE AFTER SEPT. 1st, 1874. Write for what is wanted. Address G. O. BROWN, Montvue Poultry Yards, Brooklandville, Md. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. EGGS may be obtained from the following varieties, for hatching: Dark Brahmas, from imported stock; Light Brah- mas, from Williams and Felch stock; Buff Cochins, from choice fowls, and pure bred White Leghorns. Price, $2 per 13 eggs, Address P. S. WYKOFF, Turbotyille, Northumberland Co., Pa. S S Q SOOA ‘Vpn oy duvys puag 5 ‘dasoTO Tsar ‘MOHS OTVAINE AHL LY ‘SNUOHDAT NMOU NO 'IVIONdS pur pg ‘ps “S~ Yoo} T En A = KINNEY'S ‘ssByT ‘109S9010A\ ‘RANNIM ‘f° “+ BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. JOHN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, Breeder of White and Par- tridge Cochins, Plymouth Rocks, and Light Brahmas. At the great Show in Portland, Me., my stock was awarded Two Silver Cups, Three Specials, and Eight Societies’ Premiums. EGGS from the above, $3 per doz. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. THE AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE.—As I was appointed by the American Poultry Association to get the latest revised Standard printed and bound, I have the best opportunity to get them at the earliest moment from the binder, and shall act as their agent. Price, $1. Cash with order. Orders filled in rotation. Send now and secure your copy from the first edition. WM. H. LOCKWOOD, Hartford, Conn. American Dominiques a specialty. W. E. STITT, COLUMBUS, WIS.—Breeder of Dark and Light Brahmas; Buff, Partridge, and White Cochins; Houdans, Hamburgs, Brown and White Leghorns; Black Red Games; Sebright and Game Bantams; Rouen, Aylsbury and Cayuga Ducks and Bronze Turkeys; Fancy Pigeons in variety. First-class fowls for sale at reasonable prices. Eggs for hatching packed by the most successful method. Send stamp for new illustrated catalogue and price list. Address as above. NATIONAL BEE JOURNAL.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has remoyed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘* Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of ~ bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Jowrnal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc. , address MRS. E. S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y. Circular containing a few practical hints, and Price List of Fowls and Eggs, FREE. Bah JOHN RUMBOLD, FOWLING CREEK, MD.—Light Brahmas and W. F. B. Spanish Eggs, $2 per 138. W. Leghorn and Buff Cochins, $3 per 13. The location of these yards especially recommend them to South- ern buyers. Send your orders early. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—I will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R. Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &e. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. G M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. . 2 206 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. NEW HIGH-CLASS SERIAL WORK ON PIGEONS, UNIFORM WITH THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF POULTRY. IN MONTHLY PARTS. PRICE, 50 CENTS PER NUMBER. SENT SAFELY BY MAIL ON RECEIPT OF PRICE. THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK O Fer lG EOS: By ROBERT FULTON, ASSISTED BY THE MOST EMINENT FANCIERS. EDITED AND ARRANGED BY LEWIS WRIGHT, Author of “The Illustrated Book of Poultry,” “ he Practical Poultry-Keeper,” “ The Brahma Foul,’ &e. CONTAINING STANDARDS FOR JUDGING, AND ILLUSTRATED WITH LIFE-LIKE COLORED PLATES, PAINTED BY MR. J. W. LUDLOW EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. Part [I ready about April 20. For sale at this Office. Sent free by mail on receipt of price. T. O. WARDWELL, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR DARK BRAHMAS, PARTRIDGE COCHINS & BANTAMS. At the Show held in Boston, February, 1874, my stock were awarded the following premiums: Dark Brahma Chickens. “ “ * First Prize on Fourth “ MS Second “ Partridge Cochin “ First “ Silver Sebright Bantam Chickens. First “ s et ‘ Fowls. Begs carefully packed at $5.00 a setting. Address T. 0. WARDWELL, NORTH ANDOVER, ESSEX CO., MASS. THE MASSACHUSETTS POULTRY ASSOCIATION, at their Third Annual Exhibition in Boston Music Hall, February 4th to 11th, 1874, awarded me the following Prizes and Special Premiums, viz.: 1st and 3d prizes on Partridge Cochin Fowls. Ist and 4th prizes on Partridge Cochin Chickens. All of the special premiums on Partridge Cochins. 1st, 2d, and 8d prizes on Golden Sebright Bantam Chickens. All of the Special Premiums on Golden Sebright Bantams. I exhibited no other variety, and shall make these my specialties this season. Will sell a few Partridge Cochins, including several prize-winning birds. Partridge Cochin Eggs, $8 per dozen. Address WM. H. BRACKETT, Washington National Bank, Boston, Mass N. GUILBERT, EVERGREEN FARM, GWYNEDD, PA. Importer and Breeder of IMPROVED BLOODED LIVE STOCK, Horses, Cattle, Cotswold and Southdown Sheep, Chester, Berkshire, and Yorkshire Pigs. Toulouse, Bremen, and Hong Kong Geese; Cayuga, Rouen, Aylesbury and Musk Ducks; Bronze and White Turkeys. Dorkings, Brahma, Cochin, Guinea, and all other Fowl, Deer, Wild Geese, Swans, Pea Fowls, &c., Also, EGGS. at low prices. Best breeds of Dogs, Maltese Cats, Rabbits, &c. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. Eggs now ready for delivery from very choice stock, at $3.00 per dozen, packed and delivered at the express office. Also a few fowls at reasonable prices. All orders must be accompanied with the cash. Address with stamp T. F. LAMB, 82 HUM- PHREY Street, NEW HAVEN, Conn. E. S. STARR, 882 Elk Street, Buffalo, N. Y., Breeder of Light Brahias (Felch and Autocrat Strains), Partridge Cochins, and Brown Leghorns, carefully selected from the best strains in the country. Black B. R. Game Bantams from Crosby’s first premium stock. Can spare afew eges from the above varieties, from same pens I breed from for myself, at $5 per setting of 13, carefully packed and delivered to Express Co. All cash orders promptly filled in rotation, or money returned. FANCY PIGEONS.—JOHN SPEALLER, 1415 N. Fourth St., Phila- | delphia, Breeder, Importer, and Dealer in all varieties of Fancy Pigeons. | A large lot on hand always b Orders by mail promptly attended to. LOOK FOR CASH !—You can get any leading Journal or Paper, weekly or monthly, at club rates, with choice family groceries at T. D. ADAMS, AGEN’. Store between Tenth and Eleventh Streets. Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. Riggs from any named fowl, from $1 to $6 per dozen. NATIONAL AND JOURNAL PRINTING CO. Every poultry breeder or fancier should send ten cents for a specimen copy of this new illustrated 20 page poultry monthly, before subscribing for any other. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Editor Poultry Journal. Minneapolis, Minn. WALNUT HILL POULTRY YARD.—All orders received for Eggs from my fine Buff Cochins and Dark Brahmas, at the following price, $3 per dozen. ‘I use the Cushion Bottom Packing Box.” Address P. NEATHER, No. 9 West Fifth St., Cincinnati, O. TRUMPETERS of all colors, and markings, from $3 to $40 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. SILVER-SPANGLED HWAMBURGS.—One or two good trios at reasonable prices. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. PHEASANTS.—GOoLDEN AanD SILVER CHINESE PHEASANTS.—A choice lot just received, in fine condition, which we can sell at the low price of $35 per pair. Carefully boxed to go any distance. LOUIS RUHE, 98 Chatham Street, N. Y. RED JACOBINS.—One pair, $3; three pair, 4; two pair, $5; one pair, $6; one pair, $8. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. WING TURBITS.—1 have Red, Yellow, Black, Dun, Blue, and Silver, at $3, M4, $5, #6, $8, $10, $12, $15 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. HELMETS.—Red, black, and yellow at $2 per pair. prettiest and cheapest of all the fancy stock. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. They are the pens: Duke of Grand Street, weight 15 pounds; Hen’s weight 1) and 12 Ibs. each, Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. Eggs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stock, Eggs, $5.00 per dozen. White Crested White Polands, White Crested Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stock, carefully selected by myself at the various Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.0.D. All orders filled in rotation. EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. FOUNTAIN FARM RABBITRY AND POULTRY YARD.— 100 common Rabbits at $2 per pair. Choice Rouen Duck Eggs, $3 per doz. Duckwing Game Bantam’s Eggs, $3 per doz. Madagascar, Himalayan, Angora, and other breeds of Rabbits. Address JOHN THOMPSON, Jr., Shoemakertown P. 0., Montgomery Co., Pa. WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. From J. B, Smith’s Strains, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. FOR SALE VERY LOW, to close out a surplus—s0 fine young Light Brahmas, reliable stock. Also, Houdans, and Gold-Laced, Silver- Laced, and Black Red Game Bantams. For particulars, address A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. BUFF COCHIN EGGS, from standard fowls, $2 per setting, or three settings for $5. Fowls for sale in the Fall. Send for Circular; noth- ing sent C.O.D. J. H. STOWELL, Harrison Square, Mass. A FEW TRIOS or single birds of GOLDEN SPANGLED and | GOLDEN and SLLVER PENCILED HAMBURGS and eggs for sale by F. TAYLOR, OAKDALE, Delaware Co., Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 207 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL JOB PRINTING OFFICE. WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF FANCY AND PLAIN JOB PRINTING, SUCH AS CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &e., &e. IN CASES WHERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- PENSATION. 4a THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. HAVING SOLD my entire stock of Dark Brahmas to A. A. Miller, of Oakdale, Alleghany Co., Pa., I will give my attention to Light Brahmas, Dominiques, and Aylesbury Ducks. Eggs from the above for sale. All first-prize birds. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas. Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Silver-Spangled Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &e. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past FaLy. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change Nursery Stock forstandard pure bred Poultry. For information and PrIceE List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills W. W. ELLIOTT, McEwensville, Pa., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas, from the best strains. Also, Houdans from Cooper, Ireland. GAME FOWLS! GAME FOWLS! !—Send for Price List to J. A. BENTLEY, Potter Hill, R. I. FOR SALE. 4 Hens and 1 Cock, Dark Brahmas, Williams & Warner’s Stock...........12 3 Hens and 1 Cock, White Cochins, Philander Williams’ Stock 10 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Black Cochins. 8 1 trio Light Brahmas... 6 3 Hens and 1 Cock, Whi , O. A. Pitkin’s Stock.. 8 Address THOMAS PARKER, Joh 5 2Nlo WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. Also, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. WM. H. CHURCHMAN, CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, IS NOW BREEDING ONLY LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, From the best Strains to be Rpratred in this or any other country. A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. As my yards are well protected, I shail be able to supply EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens, SUGAR MAPLE, White Ash, and Red Beach, 50c. per 100; $2 per 1000. Tulip, Linden, and Sweet Chestnut, $3 per 100; $15 per 1000. By mail, 25c. per 100 extra. Send stamp for catalogue and description. A. BATTLES, Girard, Pa. BARB PIGEONS. —I have for sale, to reduce stock, some promis- ing young Barbs, out of imported and home-bred stock. Also, a few other varieties. Address, with stamp. J.B. TOWN, 371 Gay St., Baltimore, Md. $2 FOR 13 EGGS! from premium strains of Light Brabmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Black Russians, Plymouth Rocks, White and Dominique Leghorns, Bantams, and Ducks. Best stock in the country ! SEND YOUR ORDER EARLY, accompanied with cash, to J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. Send for Circular and price of Fowls. EGGS FOR SALE.—I am now booking orders for Eggs, delivered any time after February 15th, from my first-prize pedigree stock of Light Brahmas (Cock Recherche, mated with P. Williams’ and Felch Hens), at $6 per dozen. Dominique Eggs, $3 per dozen. Black African Bantam Eggs, $2 per dozen. Aylesbury Duck Eggs, $6 per dozen. All of which are first-class first Prize Stock. Eggs packed with care in patent boxes. Two fine Aylesbury Drakes for sale, direct from imported stock. ; C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. A. M. CAREY, SELINSGROVE, PENNA., Breeder of First-Class Fowls. Good specimens of the following vari- eties for sale now at very low prices: Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Laced and Black Red Game Bantams. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. EGGS from ist Premium Brown Leghorns, at $3.00 per sitting. A. N. RAUB, Lock Haven, Pa. POULTRY.—Poultry breeders, fanciers, farmers and everybody in- terested in keeping fowls for pleasure or profit, should subscribe at once for the NORTHWESTERN POULTRY JOURNAL, a large, new, three- column, splendidly illustrated monthly, published in Minneapolis. The only poultry paper west of Illinois, the largest west of Connecticut, and the sOLE ORGAN of fanciers for the great Northwest. ONLy $1.00 PER YEAR, with new co-operative features, giving large benefits to all sub- scribers. Specimen copy 10 cents, postpaid. Agents wanted. Address T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn. CALCUTTA FANTAILS.—Wbhite Crested Calcutta Fantails, out of my imported stock. Having four pair to spare I will sell them ata reasonable price. They have thirty-two and as high as thirty-six feathers in their tail. Also, a few pair of very fine Toy Pigeons. Address, with stamp, GEO. SCHWINN, Nos. 21 & 23 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, Md. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A) MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. Address FANCIERS’ AGENCY, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY FOWLS, PIGEONS, RABBITS, AND PETS ofall kinds. GROUND BEEF AND PORK SCRAPS, GROUND BONE, GROUND OYSTER-SHELL. EGGS From First Premium BROWN LEGHORNS, AT THREE DOLLARS PER SITTING. A. N. RAUB, LOCK HAVEN, PA. DARK BRAHMA EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN- JOS, M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. BULL DOG FOR SALE.—Extra fine, one and a half years old. White, with colored spot on the face, Free from scars, and _a_perfect specimen. Price $30. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, No. 39 N. Ninth St., Phila., Pa. MADAME DE LINAS’ LIGHTNING VERMIN ERADICATOR. It is the best, safest, and quickest, and only sure destroyer of Fleas and Lice on Fowls, Dogs, Cattle, Horses, &c. Also, sure death to Moths in Fur. Sample boxes mailed 50 cents, Agents wanted. , HENRY C. CARTIER & CO., Manufacturing Agents for U.S., 720 Broadway, N. Y. 208 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. WM. bE. PLOW DR, SHOEMAKERTOWN, PA., Breeder of choice LIGHT BRAHMAS. Haying had remarkable success with this breed for the past few years, I have concluded to offer a limited number of Eggs from the same fowls I am breeding from myself, Orders booked in rotation as received. BO per doz. STAND MED OF Ee@eu minim N Cus AS REVISED AT THE BU eA | @ i G71@ ANG seen Ng ee ON January, 1874. Price, $1.00. A COPY OF THE ABOVE WILL BE SENT FREE TO EVERY NEW SUBSCRIBER TO THE “ FANCIERS’ JOURNAL,” who remits $2.50 BEFORE THE ist OF MAY, 1874. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NintH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. Completed in Twenty-five Parts. hae 1D, S ities GS @) Ove 7@ Ree © Wali leemnene By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” “BRAHMA FOWL,” &c., &e. ILLUSTRATED WITH FIFTY COLORED PLATES OF CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY, FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, $15.00. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NINTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK Ba RM. EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of fowls at reasonable prices. ALSO, DARK BRAHMAS OF HERSTINE’S STOCK, BUFF AND PARTRIDGE COCHINS OF T. S. COOPER'S STOCK. Light Brahma EGGS, $5; Dark Brahmas, $5; Partridge Cochins, $5; Buff Cochins, $3; Silver- Spangled Hamburgs, $3. Blooded Horses and Alderney Cattle. T. L. McKEEN. FANCIERS’ AND POWER Ye HOC ELA NG. 481 F363 BIRD JOURN Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, APRIL 2, 1874. THE annexed de- sign, by T. P.Chand- ler, is for a combina- tion house for fowls, pigeons, and rabbits, or other small pets. The centre building is octagonal and 16 feet across, and ra- diating from this are five wings which can be run out to any de- sired length. But in this plan they are calculated to be 20 feet long and 6 feet wide, the walls 4 feet The two front wings can be used exclu- sively for water fowl, in locations where a pond can be made, as shown in the en- graving. The build- ing as shown is not expensive and could be made an orna- ment to any gentle- man’s establishment and is so arranged that it can be used for the proper keep- ing and breeding of any kind of poultry high and 7 feet to or other pets; and peak of roof; one side of the roof is to beshingled and if the proprietor should tire of all kinds of pets it can, the other side is to with very little trou- be made of hot-bed sash, which can be removed at pleasure, ble and cost, be turn- ed into either a hot- house or green- as the heat of the summer increases. house, or, for that matter, an orchard The angles made by house or grapery ; the five wings can be used as yards and easily made larger : ifthought necessary. = ED esioy FOR CH Built of Woop, JHE WIN ae ine or, if desired, each nS = ; i: IcKEN AND PicEoN Hodge ae alternate wing could 6s To Have GLASS Roofs: amie be used for this pur- Fn AS BS pose. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE BUFFALO CONVENTION. CHURCHMAN vs. BABCOCK. J. M. WADE, Ese. Dear Sir: I have read Mr. W. H. Churchman’s reply to F. W. Babcock, as printed in your Journal (No. 11). I think Mr. C. gets unnecessarily excited over a little adverse criticism, and if not more guarded in his expressions may do more harm to the Association than its enemies can possibly do. It is to be expected that the Association and its work will be severely criticised, and if we get excited and angry over it, we will give to many the impression that there is some truth in these charges. When Mr. Churchman said in his opening address at Buffalo, in alluding to the charges made against the Associ- ation—'' Never was there such a preposterous idea enter- tained by any human mind, that God Almighty gifted with the power of thought and reason”? (see Fanciers’ Journal, No. 5), I thought the expression unduly strong. When, in the article above referred to, he calls the As- sociation which met at Buffalo, ‘‘ the strongest, most prosper- | ous, and dignified body of men ever assembled together for any honorable purpose,” he evidently shows strong symptoms of brain fever. I was much pleased with the Convention, and heartily indorsed all that Bro. Atwood said of it in his article, in your Journal; but when we claim that we were the ‘“‘ stron- gest and most dignified” body of men ever assembled, and fret and worry over criticisms, we do much to make ourselves appear ridiculous. When the revised standard has been generally examined, and the number and nature of the changes noted, it will be evident that the interest at large will be benefited by them, and that no special advantage will accrue therefrom to the members of the Convention. It is true that a ticket signed by the President and Secre- tary of the Association was necessary to gain admission to the hall in which the Convention was held. It is also true that a resolution was passed, and since published, that mem- bership in the Association was necessary to entitle one to vote on the revision of the standard; the former regula- 210 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. tion was made necessary by the fact that the Buffalo exhi- bition was in progress in the room next to the hall, and the continuous interruptions which would otherwise have oc- curred, would have greatly interfered with the transaction of business; as regards the latter, it could in no way inter- fere with the rights or privileges of those who were not in Buffalo, and had no design of attending the Convention at any rate. FEF. R. W. —_—__+~» «= (For Fanciers’ Journal.) READ YOUR STANDARD. Ir is wonderful how faulty the knowledge of many per- sons is relative to the good, or even the essential points of fowls. A short time ago I visited the pens of a good pig- eon fancier; after we had finished looking at the pigeons, he remarked to me: ‘‘I have some Buff Cochins, I want you to tell me what you think of them.” He admitted that he knew but little about fowls, and thereby disarmed criti- cism at once. I could not help feeling sorry for him, for what he showed me for Buff Cochins, had nothing in com- mon with this choice breed of fowls, except color, and even this was very imperfect; the shape was decidedly un-Cochin- like, being more that of a game fowl; the comb was as good a rose-comb as one commonly finds among Hamburgs, and the wings, particularly the flight feathers, were white. Frankness compelled me to tell the man that he had been terribly cheated. He had a few Light Brahmas, that in essential points, were on an equality with the Buff Cochins mentioned. The same afternoon I went to see another flock of pigeons ; the fancier was a new man in the business, with probably a year’s experience. He had among his collection some val- uable birds; but, strange to say, he valued some mottled Shaker, or, as a friend expressed it, ‘‘ Scoop-tail’’ fans, more than his better birds, Carriers, Barbs, and Owls. Nowa true fan is, in my estimation, a widely different bird from the Shaker, or ‘‘ Scoop-tail.”’ Two years ago, April 3d, an auction sale of choice poul- try, foreign and home-bred, was held in New York; asa matter of curiosity, and partly because I had a desire to secure some first-rate stock, I attended. Entry was two so-called Grouse Cochin hens; they were large and hand- some, so far as size and proportions were concerned, but in color, one was black, and the other a dark, dull cinnamon, and both had combs which could only be called defective, or imperfectly developed pea-combs. These fowls, it may be well to say, were put up for sale by a gentleman whose advertisement used to read ‘‘unsurpassable Buff and Cinna- mon Cochins.”’ In fact, I was misled once by this plausi- ble advertisement, and bought three ‘first-class hens,”’ according to description, but found when they came to hand that their combs were all imperfectly developed pea-combs ; and I believe if I were to try, I could find a trio of their progeny to day in this section to match up for show, with well-developed pea-combs. I meant to write to the party to ask him to read his standard, but felt that I might possi- bly say more to him than I would probably feel was pru- dent. But, to return to the auction. When TI saw the cage of Grouse Cochins above referred to, it became a question at once in my mind, as to whether any one could be so foolish as to buy them for breeders. Imagine my surprise at see- ing a lively competition in bids as soon as the fowls were up for sale, and my still greater surprise when a month later I saw the advertisement of the successful bidder, offering “ergs for hatching from first-class Partridge or Grouse Cochin fowls.’? He bought more of the same kind of stock that day, and probably had others but little better at home. Now it is but charitable to suppose that both buyer and sel- ler in this case, were not careful readers of the standard, otherwise these fowls would not have been offered for sale, or once offered, would not haye been purchased, except for the table. The standard is one means of diffusing knowledge rela- tive to the essential points of breeds, but by no means the only one. Our poultry exhibitions have done much in this department of the work; but one of the most useful of all means are the poultry journals of to-day. Indeed I would as soon think ot doing without my medical magazine, if I were a doctor, as do without my poultry papers (and I take and read four), and attempt to rear good fowls. There is no doubt that our poultry papers have done more in the past four years than any other, probably than all other sources combined, to awaken an interest in good fowls and disseminate valuable knowledge as to the best methods of breeding them; and it will be admitted, the more knowledge relative to them the better fowls we shall produce. A. N. BR. Lock HAVEN, Pa. Catalogues, Circulars, and Cards of Breeders Received. Witiiam E. Srirr, Columbus, Wis.—16 pages and cover. Illustrated by 5 engravings of Dark Brahmas, White Cochins, Houdans, Games, and Game Bantams. 16 varieties described. It is one of the best catalogues re- ceived. Send for a copy. THomas H. Watton, Doylestown, Pa.—Card. Leghorns exclusively. A.M. Hatsrep, Rye, N. Y.—8 pages. Describing and illustrating his specialties for 1874—Brown Leghorns, Creve- ceurs, and Silkies. Brown Wits & PETER, Blooming Grove Poultry Yards, Bloom- ington, Ill.—Illustrated and descriptive catalogue. 12 pages. 4 illustrations. A. H. Drax, Stoughton, Mass.—Card. Plymouth Rocks a specialty. Dr. H. B. Burts, Louisiana, Mo.—Descriptive catalogue of Jersey Cattle, Berkshire Pigs, and Fancy Poultry. 16 pages. 7 illustrations. S. L. Barker, Windsor, Conn.—Circular. Black Leg- horns, Light Brahmas, and Black Red Game Bantams. J. Y. BrcKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y.— Circular. 4 pages. 39 varieties of Fowls and 13 varieties of Fancy Pigeons, Stone Drinking Fountains, Poultry Books, &c. This veteran fancier puts out a very interesting circular, which ought to be in the hands of every fancier. We traded with “ Bicknell” many years ago, and found everything as represented all the time. J. F. Ferris, Stamford, Conn.—A beautiful 4-page circu- lar. Illustrated with 11 varieties of Fowls and Ducks. Grorce O. Brown, Montvue Poultry Yards, Brookland- ville, Md.—2-page circular, describing 5 varieties. These yards are very convenient to Southern fanciers. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 211 = PouttRy Department. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TURNING EGGS. How great is the instinct of our poultry? People in this progressive age of ours recommend turning the eggs destined to be hatched, every day until given to the hen’s care, not once thinking that no amount of turning the shell will turn the egg. To prove this, for the benefit of the doubtful ones, break the shell in the middle of the egg, pick off the pieces with a penknife, and, looking in, there will be seen a bright yellow speck on the yolk ; paste a piece of paper over it, and turn it to the opposite side, then break it again, and the same speck will be seen, the heavy side always being down, proving that the contents of the egg are movable; and they will remain so until brooded over by the hen one week, when the egg becomes attached to the membrane lining the shell. Then the time for turning them has arrived; this the good motherly hen well knows, and turns them over herself very skilfully until the wee things are hatched, thus showing to wise man one of the many lessons taught by nature, even to the humblest of her creatures. Many persons are not aware that the hen knows better than to attempt turning her eggs at first. There are other curious things connected with incubation that will well repay the careful student of the mysteries of animal life. WILLIAM J. PYLE. + > 3 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) NASHUA POULTRY CLUB. THe Nashua (N. H.) Poultry Club held their second annual exhibition at the City Hall, on Wednesday, Thurs- day, and Friday, March 11th, 12th, and 13th. There were one hundred and twenty-eight entries, a very large majority being highly valued birds. The severe weather prevented the financial part from being a success, but in all other respects it was far beyond expectations. Below we give the list of awards. When no town is mentioned, the address is Nashua, N. H. Light Brahmas.—Fow|ls—tst, C. C. Russell. Chicks—Ist, George F. Andrews; 2d, Charles C. Russell; 8d, Arthur W. Phelps. Dark Brahmas.—Fowls—Ist and 2d, John F. Reed. Chicks—Ilst and 2d, John F. Reed. White Cochins.— Fowls—lst, Charles L. Spaulding, Hudson. Chicks—Ist and 2d, Charles L. Spaulding, Hudson. Black Cochins.— Chicks—2d, Calvin K. Daggett. Buff Cochins.—Fowls— 1st, Charles C. Russell. Chicks—Ist, 2d, and 8d, Charles C. Russell. Partridge Cochins.—Fowls—l1st, W. H. Knowles. Chicks—Ilst and 2d, W. H. Knowles; 3d, Chas. L. Spauld- ing, Hudson. Plymouth Rocks.—Fowls—lst and 2d, Virgil C. Gilman. Chicks—Ist, 2d, and 8d, Virgil C. Gilman. Dominiques —Chicks— 1st and 2d, George F. Andrews; 3d, Albin Beard. Brown Leghorns.—Fowls—lst, A. Beard. Chicks—Ist, 2d, and 38d, A. Beard. White Leghorns.— Chicks—Ist and 2d, John F. Reed. Black Leghorns.— Chicks—2d, J. Watson Reed, Winsor, Conn. Silver Span- gled Hamburgs.—Fowls—2d, Andrew J. Tuck. Chicks— ist and 2d, Andrew J. Tuck. Golden Spangled Hamburgs.— Chicks—Ilst, Andrew J. Tuck. Golden Penciled Ham- burgs.— Fowls—lst, Andrew J. Tuck. Chicks—Ist, Andrew J. Tuck. Black Hamburgs.—Chicks—lst, Andrew J. Tuck. Black Spanish.—Chicks—I1st, Col. D. W. King; 2d, W T. Evans, Manchester; 3d, Col. Dana W. King. Black Red Game.—Fowls—lst, N. ©. Lucier; 2d, O. A. Hamblett, Milford. Blue Red Game.—Chicks—Ist, N. C. Lucier. Clairborn Game.—Chicks—Ist, N. C. Lucier. Red Pyled Game.—Chicks—Ilst, N. C. Lucier. Blue Tassel Game.— Chicks—Ist, N.C. Lucier. White Georgian Game.—Chicks —lst, N.C. Lucier. White Game Bantams.—Chicks—2d, F. O. Marshall, Hudson. White Booted Bantams.—Chicks —Ilst, W. G. Garmon, Manchester. White Bantams.—Fowls —Ilst, W. G. Garman, Manchester. Black Bantams.— Fowls—2d, C. A. Mason. Natives.—Chicks—Ist, Joseph Maloon; 2d, D. F. Rogers. Crosses.—Ist, D. F. Rogers. Houdans.—Chicks—C. A. Kittridge. Bronze Turkeys.—1st and 2d, Charles L. Spaulding, Hudson. Rowen Ducks.—1st and 2d, A. Beard. Common Ducks.—1st, Albert Marshall. PIGEONS. Black Jacobins, White Runts, Dun Carriers, Black Tum- blers, White Fantails, White Pouters, Blue Pouters, Red Tumblers, Yellow Jacobins, Silver Duchess.—1st, H. S. Ball, Shrewsbury, Mass. Ring Doves.—lst, Miss Hattie L. Gil- man. Mocking Birds.—1st, Rev. John O’Donnell. Collection of Stuffed Birds.—1st, O. H. Phillips. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) In No. 12 of the Fanciers’ Journal ‘‘ Reader.’ asks for information in regard to purifying the ground in his hen- yards, also the floors of his henhouse. I should judge from his inquiry that his yards are bare ; if so, I think my method will purify them. Let ‘ Reader” take a spade or digging fork and spade his yard all up, being careful to turn the top soil under to the depth of ten or twelve inches. I think he will find that this will purify them effectually. If the floors of his henhouse are of earth, I would dig them out to the depth of eight or ten inches and fill in with fresh sand or earth; if the floors are of boards, then scrape them well with a hoe, and take good fresh lime and slake it; to each gallon of whitewash add two ounces carbolic acid, and white- wash the henhouse thoroughly, slap it into every crack, cor- ner, and crevice, stirring the mixture frequently while applying it, and he will not be troubled with vermin for the next three months, and I think the house will be thoroughly disinfected. W. E. Frower. SHOEMAKERTOWN, March 21, 1874. +—seom RHODE ISLAND POULTRY AND COLUM- BARIAN SOCIETY. FIRST ANNUAL EXHIBITION. Tue ‘ Rhode Island Poultry and Columbarian Society ”’ opened their first annual exhibition at Howard Hall yester- day forenoon, at 10 o’clock, with. altogether the largest collection and finest show of fowls of all kinds, ducks, geese, and various breeds of pigeons that has ever been exhibited in this city. When the exhibition opened, at 10 o’clock yesterday morning, four hundred and ten entries were recorded on the Secretary’s books, and the coops were all classified, num- bered, and arranged on long tables with wide aisles between them, and the coops all neat, light, and so open that the 212 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. peculiarities of form, size, and plumage of each specimen ex- hibited could be distinctly seen, a great improvement in this respect over any previous exhibition here. On the right of the central aisle, opposite to the entrance to the hall, the ‘entire table is filled with coops of fine speci- mens of Partridge Cochins; the table on the left is filled with coops of Plymouth Rocks and Sultans. In the second aisle, to the right, the tables are filled with coops of White, Black, and Buff Cochins, and over twenty varieties of Game Fowls ; at the head of the table, on the right, third aisle, is a large and very: fine collection of Asiatic Fowls from Phi- lander Williams, Esq., of Taunton, Mass , and a fine collec- tion of Dominique Guinea Fowls, from William Ballou, North Providence, for exhibition; several coops of fine ducks, White China, and Hong Kong Geese. On the left hand side of this aisle are the coops of Dominique, Black, Spanish, White and Brown Leghorns. The first aisle, on the left from the door, the tables are filled with coops of Light and Dark Brahmas; the second aisle, on the left from the door, is occupied with coops of White-crested and Silver Polands and Houdans, on the right side; and White, Gold, and Silver Hamburgs, two coops of Rumpless, two of Frizzles, one of Partridge Cochin Chickens, and a large collection of Gold and Silver Bantams, from Geo. F. Seavey, of Cambridgeport, Mass.; two pairs fine Pea Fowls, from Mrs. Hezekiah Allen, of Cranston, for exhibi- tion. On this table a lot of patent ‘Fowl Drinking Foun- tains’? are exhibited by Henry T. Root. In the third and last aisle on the left side is quite a large collection of Black, Gold, and Silver Hamburgs, two coops of ‘ Silkies,”’ from Sam. W. Clarke, of Warwick, and five large coops of very large fowls entered for a name, and hanging above the tables are cages of Canary Birds from Henry T. Root and B. F. Gilmore. In front of the stage is a table filled with a large collection of fine specimens of stuffed birds and animals, from John Hague, taxidermist, and three bull buffalo heads, killed, stuffed, and mounted by Mr. Newton Dexter, of this city. Dr. J. R. Goodale, of Pawtucket, has on exhibition in front of the stage, his patent ‘‘ Rhode Island Incubator,”’ with “Mother Attachment,’ for hatching chickens by artificial heat, in active operation, and close by is that funny fowl called the ‘‘ What is it?” a cross between a turkey and Guinea fowl, which came from Woonsocket, and is going the rounds of all the poultry shows. The stage is occupied with a large ‘‘ dove-cote’’ with coops of fancy pigeons, including some very beautiful specimens. There are entries in this exhibition from New York, Con- necticut, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts, in addition to the large number from our own State and city. The Rhode Island Incubator, hatching chickens to order by warm water, a little orphan asylum for motherless chickens, is one of the attractions, and the inventor, Dr. Goodale, of Pawtucket, is present to explain its mode of construction and operation. Besides the large collection of living specimens of the feathered tribe, there is a fine exhibition of preserved birds and animals that makes an attractive and interesting addi- tion to the exhibition. LIST OF ENTRIES. Providence.—Edmund Davis, Plymouth Rock Chicks, one coop; Dark Brahma Fowls and Chicks, Brahma Fowls and Chicks, one coop each. William H. Grant, Providence, one cage Turtle Doves, one Parrot. Oliver Kendall, one coop each §. S. Poland Fowls and Chicks, one coop Buff Cochin Fowls, one of Fantail Pigeons. James B. Peck, one coop each 8. P. Hamburg Fowls and Chicks. Robert Plews, five coops B. R. Game Bantam Chicks, one coop Game Bantam Pullets, one coop G. Duckwing Bantam Chicks, one coop G. S. Hamburg Pullets, three coops B. Cochin Chicks. E. F. Wright, one coop W. C. B. Poland Fowls. C. G. Sanford, two coops Brahmas. Geo. W. Adams, two coops Black and Ginger Red Chicks, one coop Game Chicks. J.C. Farmer, one coop 8.8. Hamburg Chicks. J. H. Snow, one coop S. S. Hamburg Chicks. Adam Horst, one cage Canaries and Linnets, two coops Pigeons. Henry T. Root, one cage Canaries. W. J. Inman, three coops Cochins, one coop Dark Brahmas, one coop White Leghorns, one coop Black Spanish. E. B. Perry, one pair Mountain Geese, two coops Fowls. §S. B. Westcott, two coops Cochins. lL. P. Bullas, twelve coops Fowls and Chicks. LL. Jas. Bullock, three coops Brahmas and Cochins. W. Hazzard, six coops Brahmas, Cochins, Bantams. Mrs. P. Chambers, one coop Cochin Chicks. John H. Lee, two coops Fowls, Ducks for aname. EH. B. Whitmarsh, three coops Cochins. Edward Burt, one coop Fowls (Class I). EH. P. Hewett, one pair Fowls for name. Chas. McCord, four coops Fowls and Chicks. J.T. Peckham, one coop Light Brahma Chicks, one coop W. C. Poland Fowls, one coop B. B. R. Bantam Chicks, one trio Plymouth Rocks, one Plymouth Rock Cock- erel, one coop Sutton Fowls, one coop P. Cochin Chicks, two coops Dark Brahma Fowls and Chicks, one coop Game Bantams, one coop Houdans, five coops Pigeons. Edgar Burlingame, eight cages Pigeons. Chas. Taft, one coop Hamburgs. S. P. Bullas, Hen and Chicks. A. W. Godding, one coop Dark Brahma Chicks. W. V. L. Wilcox, one coop Buff Cochins. Oliver Kendall, five cages Pigeons. Elisha Dyer, third, one coop Game Fowls. Geo. W. L. Potter, one cage Pigeons. From all other places.—A. H. Carson, Newport, one coop Fowls (Class I), one coop Fowls (Class V), one coop Pigeons (Class XV). John H. Chace, Newport, one coop Golden Duckwing Bantam Chicks, one coop Silver Se- bright Bantam Fowls, one coop Golden Sebright Bantam Chicks, one coop Rouen Ducks, one coop 8. 8S. Hamburg Fowls, one coop Dark Brahma Fowls, one coop Houdan Chicks. H. G. Pearce, Central Falls, one lot Brahma Chicks. J. R. Goodale, Pawtucket, one coop Chicks (Class V), one coop Chicks (Class VIII), one coop Chicks (Class Ij, one coop Fowls (Class I), two coops Chicks (Class XIII), one coop Chicks (Class IX), one coop Fowls (Class IX), two coops Pigeons, one Coop Incubator and Mother. Joseph Dart, Oxford, Mass., one coop White Leghorn Chicks, one Transportation Coop. George P. Anthony, Westerly, one coop Pekin Ducklings. Thomas J. Gough, Peacedale, one coop Chicks (Class IV). Thomas W. Gar- diner, Pawtucket, one coop Buff Cochin Chicks. F. G. Kinney, Worcester, seven coops Brown Leghorns. Benja- min White, Pawtucket, two coops Sultan Chicks, eleven coops Pigeons, one coop White African Owls. W. E. O. Roberts, South Scituate, two coops White Cochins. C. Cushing, Anthony, R. I., two coops Brahmas, one coop Black Hamburgs. J. H. Congdon, Anthony, R. I., one coop Hamburg Chicks. lL. E. Gray, Foxboro’, four coops Game and Plymouth Rocks. H. K. W. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, four coops Fowls (four varieties), three coops Ducks, three coops Geese. P. B. Thomas, North At- tleboro’, one coop Toulouse Geese. Otis Munroe, Bristol, two coops Yellow Duckwing Fowls. Augustus Aumann, Pawtucket, one coop Brown Leghorn Chicks. C. C. Hol- land, Pawtucket, two coops Brahmas, two coops Cochins. H. A. Rhodes, East Greenwich, two coops Partridge Cochins, one coop Dark Brahmas. H. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, six coops Bantams, one coop Black Africans. Albert W. Jones, Milford, Mass., one coop Black Spanish Fowls. William Cooke, Pawtucket, four coops Black Cochins. Albert F. Babbitt, Pawtucket, one coop Dominiques. Warren & Thompson, Oxford, Mass., one coop B. B. Red Game Chicks. Edward Thurber, Woonsocket, two coops Brahmas. E,. L. Aldrich, Hyde Park, Mass., six coops Houdans. Wright Buckley, Valley Falls, nine coops Bantams, five coops Brahmas, one coop Patagonian Fowls. Joshua Vose, Manton, one coop Par- tridge Cochins, one coop Crevecceurs, one coop Houdans, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 213 one coop Plymouth Rocks. OC. A. Chace, Killingly, Conn., Partridge Cochins. §. 8. Van Buren & Co., Hartford, Conn., one coop Dominique Leghorns. A. H. Rogers, Worcester, thirteen coops Fowls and Chicks, one cage Ring Doves, one Madagascar Rabbit. George F. Seavey, Cam- bridgeport, four coops Hamburgs, four coops Bantams. Charles H. Pond, Attleboro’, two coops Game Chicks, one coop Hamburgs. Robert Harris, Attleboro’, two coops Game Chicks. LL. R. Lockwood, Worcester, three coops Brahmas and Cochins. E. H. Hero, Milford, nineteen entries, varieties not named. J. L. Carpenter, Attleboro’, four coops Fowls and Chicks, one cage Pigeons. H. A. Rhodes, East Greenwich, two coops Cochins. J. H. Si- monds, Boston, three toops Fowls. Philip Short, Attle- boro’, two coops Chicks. W. Pierce, Jr., South Scituate, seven coops Fowls and Chicks. §S. W. Clarke, Apponaug, five coops Fowls and Chicks. James H. Hammett, New- port, five coops Game Fowls. F. A. Todd, New Haven, Conn., twelve coops Fowls and Chicks. D. A. Seager, Westerly, sixteen coops Fowls and Chicks. Robert W. Reid, Greenpoint, Long Island, two coops S P. Hamburgs. Sam’l W. Crossman, North Providence, one coop Brahmas. J. G. Moffitt, Pawtucket, two coops Game Chicks. R. R. Yates, Northboro’, one coop White Leghorns. Thomas Richardson, Manton, one coop Hamburgs. Elijah Capron, Attleboro’, three coops Chicks. A. D. Lean, Attleboro’, one coop Cochin Fowls. A. W. Godding, Providence, one coop Dark Brahma Chicks. Philander Williams, Taunton, nine coops Fowls and Chicks. H. A. Rhodes, Kast Green- wich, two coops Cochins and Leghorns. H. R. W. Allen & Son, Attleboro’, one coop Pearl Guinea Chicks, one coop Cristia Ducks. Samuel W. Clarke, Warwick, three coops Fowls and Chicks. W. V. L. Wilcox, Providence, one coop Buff Cochins. E. H. Hero, Milford, one cage Pigeons. Mr. H. Allen, Cranston, one coop Pea Fowls. The following is the list of premiums as far as awarded by the committees: - GALLENACEOUS DIVISION. CLASS I—ASIATICS. Dominique Fowls—ist, T. A. Todd, New Haven, Conn., $3. Dominique Chickens—1st, T. A. Todd, New Haven, Conn., $3. Buff Cochin Fowls—ist, W. Hazard, North Providence, $3; 2d, W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls, $2. Cochin Chickens—I\st, W. Hazard, North Providence, $3; ( To be continued.) Gorrespontlence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) JosepH M. WADE. ~ Dear Sir: In the Journal of last week, in the report of premiums at the New Hampshire Poultry Exhibition, you have, ‘‘ White Cochin Chicks, Ist, C. L. Spaulding ; 2d, D. L. Gilmour ’’—it should read, Ist, C. L. Spaulding; 2d, ©. M. Boynton; 3d, C..L. Spaulding. Yours respectfully, ConcorD, N. H., March 18, 1874. C. M. Boynton. — ee (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Dzar WaAvE: I received last week from England, one pair each Black-breasted Reds, Brown-breasted Reds, Yellow Duckwings, and Red Pyles. They are beauties, and very large and strong. They commenced to lay the day after I received them. Yours truly, Marcy 18, 1874. P. W. Hupson. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. Wann. Dear Srr: If ‘‘ Reader” will mix one part raw carbolic acid with two parts kerosene oil, and thoroughly sprinkle the floor of his henhouse, it will effectually destroy all ver- Buff min and purify the house. Of course the floor ought to be cleaned of all droppings, &c., and, if composed of gravel, it ought to be well raked previous to sprinkling. I have used this mixture myself and found it answered first-rate. Yours truly, ExBEnN P. Day. HAZLETON, Pa., March 23, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. Wanz. Dear Sir: One of my Light Brahmas laid an egg the other day, the circumference of which the long way was 8 inches, and the other way 6% inches; weight, 43} ounces. The eggs I sell at $5 per dozen—are not all guaranteed to be of this size. Respectfully yours, WILLIAM ATwoop. Bie Fuats, N. Y. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. Wangs, Esa. Dear Sir: In your report of the annual exhibition of the Pennsylvania Poultry Society there is an error in the Buff Cochin class. My chicks took second, instead of third, pre- mium ; also special for best pen. Please give credit accord- ingly, and oblige, Yours truly, A. P. Groves. PHILADELPHIA, March 24, 1874. Mr. Jos. M. Wapz. Dear Sir: The Fanciers’ Journal, always welcome, was doubly so last week (March 12th), when I saw that the philosophers’ stone (egg) was discovered to all chicken raisers. So, last evening I got my ‘ large kerosene lamp,’’ with a basket of eighty eggs of the Black Hamburgs, Brown Leghorns, Houdans, Dark and Light Brahmas, and sat me down to see what kind of chicks I would have this season. I followed the instructions, fixed my fingers and the egg as directed, and held the egg as near the light as possible— quite near enough, as the blisters show on my little finger— and yet I did not have light enough to find the air chamber in but one of the Black Hamburg eggs, and concluded that it was, as Sothern says, ‘‘ one of those things no fellow could find out ;’’ but it is too important a matter to give up, and if there is any more light to be had, I would much like to have it. After writing so far, I thought that I would make another attempt, and held the egg in the left hand, between the two fore fingers, and bent the little finger and the right hand on the top of the big end, and there was the air chamber as plain as need be. It is surprising how plainly it is to be seen in that position, after trying the way proposed by Mr. Pyle so unsuccessfully. I shall report my success with this discovery, and hope others will. Yours truly, Jno. D. OaKFORD. BALTIMorE, March 18, 1874. Mr. Jos. M. WapDzE. Dear Stir: I have received this day a trio of Silver Pen- cilled Hamburgs from Henry Beldon, they are extra fine and valued higher than my Goldens, and I believe the best on the continent, certainly I have never seen better any- where. Very respectfully yours, ANDREW J. TUCK. Nasuua, N. H., March 27, 1874. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Pigeon Department. ANTWERP PIGEONS. Wiruout wishing to disparage the claims of any of the beautiful varieties of the domestic pigeon now cultivated, I would say to those about to enter upon the pigeon fancy, who are undecided what particular kind to keep, try the Antwerp. It is as hardy as any, more prolific than most, and for beauty of plumage, and sprightliness of carriage, will bear comparison with any other variety, in addition to which it is more sensible than any other breed, and when once settled to a particular locality, is not readily lost. There is no necessity for building an expensive house with a southern aspect for its reception, any spare corner in an out-house will do—east, west, north, or south, it is quite immaterial. Having selected a convenient place, build a pen about five feet high, ten feet long, and three feet deep ; at each end fix shelves a foot deep, and about a foot apart, placing a division in the centre of each, which will give two nesting places on every shelf. These should be supplied with loose boxes about nine inches square, and three inches deep. In the blank spaces between the rows of shelves, and at the back of the pen, fit up about a dozen rests for the birds to perch upon, of any description, according to faney. The old- fashioned triangular shape is as good as any. A pen of this size will hold ten pairs of birds comfortably. The aperture for egress and ingress may be put in the most convenient place, and should be fitted with a bolting wire to prevent the birds getting out at will. Next select your birds. If you want good ones, I would recommend the purchase of old birds to breed from. Pay a visit to any genuine fancier, who keeps birds for the love of them, and not entirely for profit. I never found such a one that was not pleased to show his birds, and to tell the dis- tances the different birds had flown, together with their pedigree, and every particular connec‘ed with them. Select a pair to your fancy, andif for sale, do not be to a shade as to price. Visit another fancier in like manner. Cut the birds down and cross-pair them, by which means you will avoid in-breeding, and stand a fair chance of getting good young ones, but this will by no means bea certainty. There cannot be a greater mistake than to suppose that because you mate good old birds the young produced will, as a mat- ter of necesity, be good also. I have mated first-class birds for homing purposes, and the young produced have been worthless. If your birds do not ‘ hit,” you must change the old ones till they do, otherwise you will never havea pen of good Antwerps, as unless the birds possess the hom- ing faculty to an average degree, they are not fair repre- sentatives of the breed, although they may haye all the out- ward points required in a good bird. You may breed any color; but Dun, Red Chequer, Blue, and Blue Chequer, are the only colors recognized by standard breeders. I prefer a pen of birds to match in color, and if well matched it is difficult to decide which color is the most attractive. The Light Duns, with bright red bars on the wings, and red necks, are certainly as handsome as any; Light Blues, with good black bars on the wings and tail, and rich metallic lustre on the neck, are also very pretty. When you wish to try your young birds, do not commence | with them too early, let them be from four to five months ~ | old; they may then be thrown up a mile or two from home, and it will soon be seen which are likely to make good hom- ing birds. If, when tossed up, a bird hangs about the place where it is loosed, flying low, and without spirit, ultimately dropping upon some convenient building, or with other birds, condemn it at once, and should it return home, kill it without hesitation, however handsome it may be; if, on the contrary, the bird when tossed from the hand gets well up in the air, ranging wide, and flying resolutely, not taking notice of any birds that may be put up to it, there is every probability, if properly trained, that it will make a good bird. I find it an excellent plan to clean out my birds’ pens daily ; it occupies but a few minutes, if a scraper similar to those used by pig-killers be kept for the purpose. Keep a barrel of sand near the pen, and after cleaning sprinkle a few handfuls on the bottom, and at the front of the nesting places, this gives the pen a neat appearance, and conduces much to to the comfort of the birds. Exercise your birds once daily—morning is the best time—and they will soar as high as Tumblers, flying from twenty to fifty minutes, and sometimes much longer; when they alight allow a little time for gritting, and to run the building, then whistle them in and feed, giving just as much as they will pick up freely; feed again about four o’clock, giving clean water daily. By these means your birds will be kept in constant health, and from their lively disposition and neat appearance will be a source of constant pleasure and amusement.—Journal of Hor- ticulture. ace (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A GOOD REMARK. WHEN I was at the Buffalo Show, January last, I noticed that a great many birds were taken sick from placing their food upon the sawdust which covered the bottoms of their coops, so that in picking up the food they would also take up some of the sawdust with it. I have also seen some of the water vessels half filled with sawdust, which, making the water sour, caused the birds to sicken and die. I have lost valuable birds from these causes, and have seen three other birds that have died from the same cause. I have re- ceived letters from other parties telling me the same story. From my little experience, I think gravel would be best for that purpose, because gravel will help to keep the birds in good health, and the difference in price would be very little. Another great mistake is by putting Pouters and Fantails in an ordinary, pigeon coop, as you, my dear Editor, will admit that a Pouter and a Fantail require more room than an ordinary-sized pigeon. For instance: I took a fine pair of White Calcuttas and a fine pair of Black Fantails to the show, and received only a second premium for them, whilst two inferior birds took first premiums. Mr. Cryer, our judge, said, after looking them over again, that mine was the best, and Mr. Ball, of Buffalo, whose birds took the premium over mine, said the same thing, that my Calcuttas and Black Fantails ought to have taken the first premium. MITCHELL, ONT. H. GoEBEL. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 215 Bird and Smal Let Department. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CAGED SONG BIRDS. Tue Cardinal Grosbeak deserves a prominent place among American caged song birds. It sings well in confinement, and thrives upon such seeds as are used for the Canary. It has been termed the Virginia Nightingale, in con- sequence of its singing by night as well as by day. Its varied song is musical andclear. Both sexes sing; the female quite equals the male in compass of voice. There is a pecu- liar richness in the vermilion plumage of the male. The female is of a rich brown, tinged with red. Both have crests, which they elevate at will, giving them a gay and spirited appearance. They are geographically distributed from New England to Central America, and are particularly numerous south of Pennsylvania, where they are found the year round. In the Northern and Eastern States they are migratory. They build their nests of small dry twigs and dry grass, and usually place it in shrubs in the vicinity of a small rivulet. They lay four dull white eggs, marked thickly, but irregularly, with spots of olive brown. Their young are easily reared by hand, and old trapped birds are easily domesticated. The Rose-Breasted Grosbeaks are allied closely to the Cardinals, though. differing in color, the general color being black, white, and rosy crimson; the last is confined to the breast, narrowing in width as it descends on the belly. It is a northern bird ; winters in the middle States, and wanders in the summer into high northern latitudes. Its song is remarkably sweet, and its notes clear and mellow, singing by night as well as by day. The prevailing colors, white, black, and crimson, contrast richly, making it a desirable cage bird, though unfortunately it is scarce, and seldom seen confined in cages. The American Goldfinch, popularly known as the Yellow- bird, is held in high esteem, although very commonly seen. Its lemon-yellow body and black and white wings contrast nicely. They are docile in confinement, and sing sweetly, though their notes are weak. ‘They afford fine amusement for the boys during the pairing season, as they are easily taken by means of a call-bird and trap-cages. They sing as happily confined as in the wild state, and eat freely the same seeds as the Canary. The female is less gaudy in plumage than the male. They construct a neat nest, lay five dull white eggs, spotted at the larger end. The Indigo Finch is much admired on account of its beau- tiful indigo-colored plumage. Its song is sweet and vigorous, though short, and it continues to sing during the hot months, when most birds in the wild state are silent. The female is brown, tinged with blue. They are usually shy birds, and it requires one well skilled in the business of trapping them to succeed in catching any considerable number in a single day. For this purpose a decoy bird is employed, and then, by frequenting the vicinity in which they are found, by a little maneuvering they are taken. They are usually found on the line of a railroad; and by a roadside not much fre- quented the adept will soon hear the familiar song of the Indigo Finch. The cage containing the decoy bird is then held in front of the trapper, as he advances in the direction of the songster, occasionally flirting his fingers against the wire cage, which causes the decoy to flutter and chirp. This attracts the attention of the outside bird; the cage is imme- diately set upon the ground, and before the trapper has gone many yards from the cage the stranger is upon it, if not caught. The Indigo Finches are always found in pairs, though the female is seldom caught. She does not sing, but only twitters. They are hardy and easily reared. In con- finement during the winter they lose their beautiful plumage. though in exceptional cases it is not at all changed. They build their nests in low bushes, suspended by two twigs. They lay four blue eggs, having a blotch of purple at the larger end. In confinement their diet should be the same as the canary’s. They are very fond of beet leaves. = Jas. 58. Batty, M.D. Stems Interesting wid Amusing. kegs Flowering plants have been discovered in eighty-two degrees north latitude, the regions of eternal winter. ges- Rabbits are ruining hundreds of farms in England and Scotland by their depredations. They are kept by the landed gentry for sport. ga" A million dollars worth of ostrich feathers are im- ported into England every year from the Cape of Good Hope. Every pound of these feathers is worth fifty guineas, or $250. ‘A horse! a horse! my kingdom for a horse!’’ cried a celebrated tragedian. ‘‘ Wouldn’t a jackass do as well?” inquired an affected young man, rising in his seat. ‘* Yes,’’ triumphantly exclaimed the actor, ‘(just step up this way, sir.’”’” The young man sat down. ges A gentleman from Philadelphia-let loose a carrier- pigeon at the depot in Elizabeth at 10.20 A.M. on Thursday. Upon his arrival in New York he ascertained by telegraph that it had reached home at eleven o’clock A. M., thus fly- ing a distance of eighty-three miles in forty minutes. (?) nes An ingenious dyer out West uses a poodle dog as an advertising agent. The variegated creature, through the art of his master, shows purple ears, an azure body, black fore legs, and yellow hind legs, head emerald, and tail sol- ferino. That dog should be named either Rainbow, or Prism, or Joseph. pes- At a Louisville hotel, on Saturday night, a large rat sprang from the money-drawer, on its being opened by the barkeeper, with a new crisp, ten-dollar note in its mouth. For the next ten seconds the atmosphere behind the bar was disturbed with boots, brooms, brushes, mop-handles, and sundry loud noises, but the larcenous rodent escaped from the storm of missiles and expletives under the ice-box; for- tunately for the owner, leaving the abstracted note on the floor. gas A young gentleman of this city walked into a barber- shop, got shaved, and had his boots cleaned. He gave the barber twenty-five cents, and was handed by the boot-black five coppers. He told the boot-black to brush his new spring hat, and keep the coppers, and turned to wash his hands. The boot-black did brush that hat as never hat was brushed before, for on turning around to get a towel, the gentleman to his horror saw his $7 spring style undergoing the manip- ulations that are required to polish a pair of cow-hide bro- gans! That hat now looks like a ruffled chicken.—Rich- mond Whig. 216 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosepH M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. Qa fron J OURNAL ao) OQULTRY (Facnances, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year, Specimen Copies, by mail, ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid 1 column, about 108 lines, set soli 1 page, 216 limes, SOlId............ceeeeeeeee “ “ Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. A SINGULAR incident occurred on the premises of a gentleman residing near Philadelphia. His barn and out- houses were swarming with rats, and to exterminate them he procured a pair of good terrier dogs. Last week one of them captured a rat of extraordinary size, which he pro- ceeded to shake in a manner that would have soon terminated its existence; but at this critical period two cocks appeared on the scene of battle and attacked the dog so ferociously as to compel him to release his hold upon the rat and flee for his life; meantime the rat made good his escape. SECOND ANNUAL GREAT NATIONAL DOG SHOW, AT COL. WOOD'S MUSEUM. Tue Dog Show just closed at the Museum in this city has been more successful than the one held one year ago. It was opened on Monday, March 16th, and the dogs were judged during the week, the prize dogs being kept on exhi- bition until the 28th. As far as the show was concerned, it was a perfect success, there being one hundred and twenty- six entries, and over one hundred dogs offered that could not be accommodated. Had the show been properly adver- tised, as some of our leading poultry shows are, it would have brought many more visitors from a distance than it did. The following is a list of premiums as awarded : Breed. Premium. Name. Owner. English Greyhound,. Ist, Zoe, Mr. Volmer. GG G6 . 2d, Jack, C. L. Sharpless. Russian Greyhound,. Ist, Prince, Robert Farr. Italian Greyhound, . Ist, Mrs. E. Ward. G8 a6 2d, Duke, J.C. Long, Newfoundland, 1st, Leo, Mr. Picot. “ 2d, Shiloh, D. Garrett. Calis Spaniel, . Ist, Prince, T. L. Altemus. 6 Ke : 2d, Lade, Robert Crissey. Maltese Dog, . Ist, Mite, Mrs. Gates. Breed. Premium. Name. Owner. St. Bernard Dog, . Ist, Ponto, William Love Corole Dog, Ist, Lillie, Robert Jackway. G 66 2d, Sport, Geo. F. Bostwick. Bloodhound, Ist, Leo, Mr. Holl. 8 2d, Alexis, Jas. Montgomery. Harrier, . Ist, Sill, Joseph Henly. te . 2d, Frank, Albert Schwepp. Beagle, . 1st, Flora Doll, H. R. Lawrence. (6 2d, Daisey, Henry Bloomer. Pointer, . Ist, Ned, J. G. Smith. 66 Ete 2d, Leo, J. G. Smith. Coach Dog, Ist, Spot, John Harrigan. OG CRY ee 2d, Spot, Kennedy. English Setter, Ist, Hank, Thos. A. Young. ts 6 2d, Major, J. S. Guenth. Colley, Ist, Nellie, Francis Morris. Bull Dog, . . Ist, Buff, Samuel Shearer. GB bo Aah, iteye, Jos. M. Wade. Terrier, . Ist, Bell, _ James Cuff. GG make 2d, Wash, Mrs. Heisler. Scotch Terrier, 1st, Tommy, Dennis Clark. cc GG 2d, Terry, John Wright. Skye Terrier, . Ist, Prince, John Parker. cc Gb 2d, Charlie, Dennis Donohue. Bull Terrier, 1st, Jack, Patrick Gorman. Gg GG " 2d, Banjo, John Whittaker. Pomaria Spitz, 1st, Jennie, T. A. Meyer. ue 06 2d, Gen. Mead, B F. Lewis. CommiTTEE—Thomas J. Drake, John Thornley, and George B. Garrett. CRYSTAL PALACE POULTRY SHOW. TuHE last Crystal Palace Show is thought to have been the largest and best arranged show ever held in any country, thanks to the indefatigable exertions of a hard-working com- mittee. The poultry alone mustered 2200 pens, the pigeons 1200, and the rabbits 150. Two of the judges announced on the schedule, namely, Messrs Hewitt and Tegetmeier, were unable to officiate through illness; but Capt. Heaton acted in the place of Mr. Hewitt; and Col. Stuart Wortley, than whom there could be:no better authority, kindly offered to take the French breeds in the place of Mr. Tegetmeier. The other judges were Messrs. Teebay, Dixon, and J. H. Smith. In the colored Dorkings the cocks formed a good class, the first and second prize cocks being in beautiful condition. The hens were good, many being very first-rate in quality. In cockerels the first-prize bird was a splendid fellow, the |second also remarkably good. The pullets were not equal in quality to the hens. Mrs. Arkright. Silver-gray Dorking cocks were good; Mr. Raines may well be proud of the cup cock; he is asplendid bird. In the hens, Mr. Cresswell’s first and second-prize birds were re- markably good. The cockerels were good, but the pullets, with the exception of the prize bird, were indifferent. The Buff Cochin cocks were good, but not numerous. In buff hens Mr. Taylor’s cup bird was far in advance of the others. The best class of Cochins in quality were the buff cockerels. Mrs. Tindal exhibited two wonderful perfect birds in this class, but one of them was amiss, apparently from cold. The cup and second prize went to FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 217 In Partridge cocks the first-prize bird was a grand fellow ; but taking the Partridges as a whole, they did not appear as good as they were years ago. White Cochins were numer- ous, and good birds were to be found in all the classes. The Black Cochins were stilty, and poor in quality. We are glad to see that some spirited fanciers have taken them in hand; there is room in this pretty variety for improve- ment. Dark Brahmas mustered very strongly. The adult cocks, from their variable condition (many being just recovering from moult) must have tried the judges, and we shall not be surprised if their positions are changed in a few weeks. The class contained many splendid birds. The Dark Brahma hens were a wonderful class ; perhaps never before was so grand a lot of hens exhibited at any show. The dark cockerels were numerous, and the class contained many splendid birds. The dark pullets mustered 104 entries, and were one of the best classes of Brahma pullets ever seen. The prize and commended birds were remarkably close in quality, taking all points, but the first and second prize pullets were by far the most beautiful in penciling. Light Brahmas were ex- cellent. The beautiful pullets shown by Mrs. Frank Cheshire, were the admiration of all. The cup cockerel exhibited by Mr. Haines, was also a most beautiful bird. The first-prize hen, belonging to Mr. Maynard, and also the second-prize hen, belonging to Mr. Crook, were wonderfully perfect. The race betwixt these two hens was the most close in the whole show. The Light Brahmas have certainly made the greatest advance in quality of any breed during the year. The Spanish classes were not as good as we have seen. French fowls were numerous in all the classes. Both Creve- ceurs and Houdans were good, especially the chickens of the latter. : Hamburgs were all good classes. The Golden-Spangled hens were perhaps the most beautiful. The Golden-Pen- ciled hens were also excellent. Bantams were very numerous. The Game Bantams were many of them out of condition, but all the classes except the Wheatan were good. In large game the Black Reds appear to be losing ground in quality, many of the cocks being very muddy in color, and with brown muddy eyes, instead of the beautiful red eyes of the old kind. Black Reds are now very common, in both the cockerels and pul- lets. In Ducklings the best bird was the cup cock—he is a great beauty. Both Aylesbury and Rouen were good, the cup going to a splendid pair of Rouen. Fancy duck were a beautiful lot, and the East Indian also came out strong. It would be a hopeless task to attempt an enumeration of all the excellences displayed by the grand collection of pigeons which were collected together at the Crystal Palace during the past week. We will therefore direct the atten- tion of our readers to some of the most striking features of this truly great show. Commencing with Pouters, which head the list, it may be safely said, that a better lot of birds were never seen together in London; and it is quite proba- ble that this arose from the fact of the announcement by the committee of the names of two most eminent Pouter fanciers as judges, and quite bears out our idea of the advi- sability of publishing the names of the judges in all cases. Blue Pied cocks head the list, Mr Hill’s first prize bird being excellent in every respect, Messrs. Baker’s, Fulton’s, and Gresham’s, were also well worthy their positions. Black Pied cocks, Mr. Pratt won first and cup with a grand bird, though rather failing in color. In red or yellow Pieds Mr. Rose came to the fore with a bird which worthily sus- tained the reputation of this gentleman’s stud. White cocks were a grand lot, and must have given the judges much trouble. Mr. Gresham took first, and the class was described by the judges as ‘‘ extra good.’’? Cocks bred in 1873 gave great promise of future excellence, and many of them, we believe, will be heard of again. The hen classes were filled, Messrs. Gresham, Stuart, and Fulton, dividing the honors in old birds; but in young hens Mr Gresham swept the board with three magnificent specimens, and the judges described it as an extraordinary class. Carriers are always shown very numerously at the Crystal Palace, and the numbers and quality on the present occasion we believe to be far in advance of any previous year. Mr. Siddons’ first prize old black, and Mr. Montgomery’s ‘‘cup”’ dun, were excellent specimens; the latter bird, which is well known to most carrier fanciers, being shown in superb con- dition. Mr. Fulton had some grand birds in both classes, but some of them we thought exhibited symptoms of being over-shown. Young blacks numbered no less than fifty-two birds, from the best lofts in the kingdom, and we were glad to see one or two new exhibitors taking good positions. Mr. Massey took first, closely pressed by Mr. Heritage’s bird, while no less than six birds were very highly commended. The cup for best young Carriers, however, went to the win- ner in the next class, viz.: for duns, in which Mr. Fulton took first and second prizes. Judging from the number of birds exhibited, it would appear that Dragons are the fashion- able birds at the present time among London fanciers; the winning silvers shown by Messrs. F. Graham and Bishop were indeed good specimens, but the awards in the blues were not so satisfactory, the best birds being amongst the highly commended; the superb and brilliantly colored yel- lows of Mr. 8. C. Betty took all the prizes in the class with birds which we believe have never been equalled. Mr. Graham’s highly commended birds in this class were also deserving especial notice. The class for Almond Tumbler cocks was described by the judge as the ‘‘best collection he had ever seen;’’ and cer- tainly the form and carriage, perfection of ground color and markings in Mr. Hallam’s cup and second-prize birds were enough to excite the envy of any fancier. In the second for Tumbler cocks, any other variety, we thought Mr. H. Adams’ third prize red superior to the first prize. Barbs mustered better than we have seen them for a year or two past, and, owing to the fact that birds had to be in the Palace on Saturday, and that no exhibitor or attendant was allowed in the Palace until after the judging on Monday, the majority of the birds were sound and clear in eye and wattle, and did not present the offensive appearance we have been accustomed to see. Mr. Firth’s cup black cock, Mr. Fulton’s red cock, and the first-prize hen of Mr. Mont- gomery left little to be desired. The class for young Barbs of 1873 was a good one, and had twenty-five entries, of all colors. Mr. P. H. Jones took first and fourth with a black cock and good-colored red hen, Mr. J. Firth and Major Cryer taking second and third, while a large number of birds were highly commended, and we thought among these were some which should have taken a better position. We must also say we did not quite agree with the awards in class for red or yellow Jacobins; we thought that more than one of In ‘either Capt. Heaton’s or Mr. Fulton’s birds were superior 218 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. to the first-prize bird, which, although having very ample hood and chain, was very loose and straggling. Fantails had only one class, principally whites, and in a class so hard to judge, when a lot of good birds are assem- bled, it is difficult to criticise the awards, and much more so to make them. 'Trumpeters contained a good lot of birds of the new type, Mr. Fulton taking first and cup with a grand black; Mr. Lederer second and third. English Owls formed one of the best classes in the show, and contained many birds of surpassing merit; but there appears to be a diversity of opinion among judges and breeders as to the proportions of an English Owl, some saying it should have a gullet and dewlap, others ignoring these properties, and going in for birds without them. It would be well if this question could be settled, so that breeders might know what to work for. However, in the present case, all the prize and commended birds were good specimens, some of the latter only wanting age to qualify them for the superior degree. Foreign Owls, as they get acclimatized and breed with us, appear to loose the specific character of the imported birds, and show a tendency to be- come larger and coarser than we like to see them. The two classes of Turbits made a grand show, Messrs. Dew, Jones, and Gregory in blues and silvers, and Messrs. Ropes, Croft, Salter, and Jones in the class for “‘ any other color,” showing splendid birds. The class for best collection of four pairs, any variety ex- cept Carriers, Pouters, and Short-faced Tumblers, had twenty entries, many of the pens containing not only beau- tiful, but valuable, birds; but we cannot congratulate the judges on their awards in this class. The cup was given to a pen of White Fantails, in fine feather and condition; the second prize to a pen of Grizzled Dragons; and equal thirds to a pen of Mealy Antwerps and a magnificent pen of birds shown by Mr. Fulton, which, in the opinion of the majority of fanciers, should have had the cup. We would suggest some alteration in the conditions of this class in future shows. There were three classes for Antwerps, comprising over one hundred and fifty birds. In the special class for homing birds, it was a condition that all birds to which a prize was awarded in the pen could only claim their right to the prize on being returned to the show, after being tossed from the Palace at noon on the second day of the show; but unfortu- nately the state of the atmosphere was so very unfavorable that the committee, in the exercise of their discretion, did not have the birds thrown. The prizes will therefore be given as awarded to the birds in the pens; but there is little doubt that, had the weather been suitable, every bird would have found his way home and back to the Palace. It is only necessary to mention the names of Sutherland, Lub- bock, Tegetmeier, and Sparrow, to prove the truth of our surmise. The judges were: For Pouters, Messrs. J. Montgomery and M. Stuart; for Carriers, Barbs, and flying class of Ant- werps, Mr. Corker; Dragons and Short-faced Antwerps, Mr. Jones Percival; Jacobins, Fantails, Nuns, Trumpeters, Owls, and variety class, Mr. Harrison Weir ; Turbits, Mag- pies, Runts, Almonds, other Short-faced Tumblers, Flying Tumblers, Mr. F. Esquilant; and the collection of four pairs, by the last three gentlemen combined. The pigeons were under the care and supervision of Mr. P. H. Jones and a staff of attendants, who performed their duties most satis- factorily. The Rabbits were numerous and very good; they were judged by Messrs. Heath and Rayson.—Field. [We omit the list of awards as being too long for our columns at this time, and not of sufficient interest to war- rant crowding out other matter.—Ep. ] +. -< +> (For Fanciers’ Journal.) YOU AND YOUR NEIGHBOR. READER, have you ever noticed the disposition on the part of some men to claim that the goods they want to sell you are just a little better than those of any one else in the neighborhood? In some business communities this exists to a greater extent of course than in many others. The only phase under which we wish to consider it here, however, is in its bearing on stock interests. If there is one thing which can provoke a stock fancier or breeder more than another, it is for a neighbor to misrepresent his stock ; and yet how often is it done. It seems the special destiny of some men to hunt for points of criticism; they are never satisfied unless they are showing something to be wrong. We once had a neighbor of this kind, and he was the plague of our life. Whenever he got a new trio of birds they were sure to cost twice as much as our own, though he did not pay half as much. Did he buy a new Partridge Cochin cockerel, he was sure to weigh fourteen pounds or over, though when tested by the scales he did not draw ten. When he talked about his fowls, he always spoke of having reared his distinctive breeds longer than any other man in America. No, he did not go quite so far as that, but he did claim to know good fowls better than any one else in the neighborhood ; and when he advertised,—well, did you ever hear of the ‘ only white ear lobe strain in America?’ or the ‘‘unsurpassable Buff and Cinnamon Cochins?’’ He had them. That was his style. Catch him keeping second-rate fowls. No indeed, he did not breed that kind. He would talk to you by the hour about the parents of his stock, and show you his book of feathers, to prove that they were from the best in the country; but somehow he outgeneraled himself. With all the slurs and unjust criticisms that he made on the stock of his neghbors, they still succeeded in a quiet way, and by minding their own business in disposing of theirs more readily than he; in fact he talked so much that he outdid himself; nevertheless it was more than provoking to hear him speak in his sneering way, and hear him tell the visitor to his yard, that Mr. So and So kept nothing but mongrels, or at best a very inferior strain. Now we do not believe that any man gains anything by sharp practice of this kind, though he may impose upon the beginner in the fancy, it won’t hold out. The time will come when all will know and understand his way of deal- ing, and take his talk for what it is worth. It is best at all times, and we say this particularly to beginners, to depend on the merits of your stock, and not on your representation of it. Strive to improve your stock, and make it equal to the best, and then invite your buyer to see it and judge of its merits for himself. A. N. RB. Lock HAVEN, Pa. Tue official list of awards of the Bucks County Poultry Society, at its late show, gives Prof. A. N. Raub first pre-. mium on Black-wing Turbits. This was. omitted in the published list. He won five first and two second premiums on seven entries. POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. ber 8, 9, 10, and 11. town, Pa. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 219 Exchange Colin. 4G ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIvE LINES, OR FoRTY- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 23 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WILL EXCHANGE, HOUDANS—one Cock and five Hens—for Lt. Brahmas of Wade’s or Williams’ strains, or $20, and one Cock and four Hens, Sumatra Games, for Wright’s New Book (bound) on Poultry, or $15. Address | T. D. ADAMS, Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. FANCY PIGEONS.—Wanted in exchange for Fancy Pigeons, Cochin Wowls, or Owls and Barbs, for other varieties. Stock must be strictly first-class. Send description to re W. ATLEE BURPEE, 1332 Arch St., Philadelphia. TO EXCHANGE.—A Black and White Fox Hound Pup (male), 9 months old, tor Buff Cochins. ae esa EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa. I WILL EXCHANGE an extra fine Aylesbury Drake for first- class Black African Bantam Hens, or will buy Hens. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE ADVERTISING in the “Northwestern Poultry Journal,” at regular cash rates, for trios of pure, well-marked Brown or Black Leghorns, Black or Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Domi- niques, or Plymouth Rocks. The expressage to be PREPAID, and both expressage and a fair cash price for the fowls to be paid for in advertis- ing asabove. This offer for thirty days from March 5th. Address _ T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. SHADE TREES WANTED in exchange for Dark Brahmas, or Fancy Pigeons. Address JOS. M. WADE, 5 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. BULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. _ JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. PIGEONS.— will exchange Blue and Black Trumpeter Pigeons for Fantails, Pouters, Jacobins, Nuns, Carriers, Tumblers, or Owls. Address M. W. MINER, 121 Fourth St., Peoria, Il. WILL EXCHANGE—Lggs trom 16 varieties of Land and Water owls, for Fancy Pigeons, minor pets, &c. Send stamp for particulars. L. T. & W. CHARLES, Hornellsville, N. Y. WANTED TO EXCHANGE a pair of Buff Cochins, Clippers, Gray or White Games, at fair value, for Black Leghorn Eggs or Brown Leghorn Fowls, Duckwing or B. B. Red Game Bantams, or Dominique Game Fowls, or for Greenbacnel cheap. W. R. DUDLEY, Augusta, N.Y. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—I am now prepared to book and furnish Eggs from my imported and home-bred Dark and Light Brahmas. also, Partridge Cochins. Having bought in the spring of 1873 Mr. Phi- lander Williams’ (Taunton, Mass.) entire stock of Partridge Cochins, numbering some 80 odd head, consisting of all his imported, home-bred, and prize winning Fowls, which he valued very highly, and having bought of Joseph M. Wade (late Wade & Henry), Oak Lane Poultry Yards, Philadelphia, in 1873, quite a number of Dark Brahmas, among which were a number of prize winning Birds and 5 imported Hens. These, in addition to my last year’s importations, gives me one of the finest flocks in America. My mode of packing Eggs insures their safe earriage. Orders solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. Address T. S. COOPER, Linden Grove, Coopersburg, Pa. BLACK RUSSIAN CHICKS, bred by me, were awarded 1st and 2d premium at the great fair in Boston, 1873. I was also awarded 1st premium on Fowls and Ist on Chicks at Connecticut State Fair, 1873. Eggs from above stock, $4.00 per sitting. Am selling eggs from Light Brahmas weighing from 11 to 13 pounds. Partridge Cochins and Ply- mouth Rocks for $3.00 per sitting. All first premium and standard stock. For further particulars send stamp for descriptive circular to LUCIUS DUNBAR, West Bridgewater, Mass. ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS, and COACH DOGS.—A pair of each for sale; fine dogs. Also, a lot of first-class singing Canaries, and bright metal cages. J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. PARTRIDGE COCHINS and WHITE LEGHORNS.—A fine lot of pure-bred Fowls of above varieties to dispose ef. Prices ac- cording to quality. All pure-bred birds. J. C. LONG, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. FOR SALE.—One Partridge Cochin Hen, Pea-Comb, imported from H. Beldon, England. Price, $10. Also, First Prize B. Spanish Cock, at Guelph, Canada, $10, and four Duck-Wing Game Bantam Cockerels, at $3 each. DUNCAN McR. KAY, Galt, Ontario, Canada, WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—A lot of Salem and Iona Grape Roots, for Fancy Pigeons. __ D.S. McCALLUM, Hornellsville, N. Y. WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—Plymouth Rock Eggs for a Brown Leghorn Cock; must be first-class. / aS C. C. CORBETT, Norwich, Conn. WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—A Halsted Incubator for green- backs. C. C. CORBETT, Norwich, Conn. HOMING ANTWERPS, OWLS AND SOLID TURBITS. WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—The following varieties of Eggs for B. Red Game Bantams: Dark and Light Brahmas, White Guineas, and Plymouth Rocks. C. C. CORBETT, Norwich, Conn. WILL EXCHANGE Light Brahmas, Williams’ stock, for White Leghorns or Red Game Bantams, from any reliable strain. W. FRANK BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE a fine pair of Dark Brahmas (P. Williams’ strain), for either G. S. Hamburgs or Brown Leghorns. Address 8. T. JONES, Box 669, Lock Haven, Pa. BANTAMS TO EXCHANGE. —I will exchange one pair of fine Bantam Chickens for Poultry Book, either Wright’s or Bement’s. Send for particulars and state which you have. Address WM. D. BELL, 550 N. Queen St., Lancaster, Pa. WATCH DOG.—Half-Blooded Newfoundland; one that is well- trained, and knows his business; very fond of children ; will exchange for D. Brahma Hens, Buff or Partridge Cochins. Dog is first-class; Hens must be the same. Address R. Y. FAIRSERVICE, E. Newark, N. J. SPLENDID THOROUGHBRED NEWFOUNDLAND DOG, one year old, to exchange; half cash, balance in Partridge or Butf Cochins, or Dark Brahma Hens or Pullets. Stock must be first- class. Address R. Y. FAIRSERVICE, East Newark, N. J. WANTED.—To exchange two good Plymouth Rock Cockerels, for two large and fine Pullets or yearling Hens of same breed. V. C. GILMAN, Highland Farm, Nashua, N. H. WANTED.— One trio Brown Leghorns; must be fine in all respects ; for which I will exchange Eggs from Partridge Cochins and White Leg- horns, the finest in this part of the country. Send for Circular. Address J. H. McKINNEY, Ithaca, N. Y. I WILL GIVE four Game Pullets in exchange for three Partridge Cochin Hens or Pullets; am not particular as to leg-feathering; or the same number of sittings of Brown Leghorn Eggs, for above-named P. C.’s, want only for sitters. Address TT. J. McDANIEL, Hollis Centre, Me. BUFF AND WHITE COCHINS, Dark Brahmas, S. 8. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, all very fine birds; will exchange for good Par- tridge Cochins or Light Brahmas, or will sell very cheap. Adiress CHRIST. HALTEMAN, N. Maine St., Dayton, O. WILL EXCHANGE one trio handsome Blue Red Games, one trio Dark Brahmas, one pair Silver Duckwing Games, one Yellow Duck- wing Stag, for Buff Cochins or Black Red Game Hens or Pullets. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. WILK EXCHANGE a Violin, double inlaid on edge, lion head, for Poultry or Rabbits. Address F, A. M. E. BROOKS, Sinnemahoning, Cameron Co., Pa. WILL EXCHANGE Houdans, pure bred, one cock and eight hens, for Light Brahmas. Address EDWARD SNYDER, P. O. Box 48, Phillipsburg, N. J. WILL EXCHANGE two superior Red Barb Hens and a nearly perfect Yellow Swallow Cock for one Smooth-head Yellow Magpie Cock and Blue-capped Magpie Cock. Must be first-class birds. Address MITCHELL & CARRVER, P. O. Box 7. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. FANCY PIGEONS, Owls, Turbits, Jacobins, Magpies, Nuns, Tumblers, Plain and Starling Quakers, all fine birds. I want White and Blue Jacobins. Address, with stamp, D. FRANK ELLIS, Cambridge, Mass. H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching trom Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. HAMBURGS.—At the N. H. Exhibition I was awarded the Special Premium for best collection of Hamburgs, comprising: GOLDEN PEN- CILED of my own importation, from Henry Beldon’s yards. The cock “John Bull” won first at two shows in England, and first and special at Buffalo, N. Y. Also, I was awarded first and special for best hen at Buf- falo, and in trio have won at Massachusetts, first on Fowls and first on Chicks ; at Rhode Island, first on Fowls; at N. H., first on Fowls and first on Chicks, and special for best Fowls and Chicks; at Nashua, first on Fowls and firston Chicks. Eggs, $10 per dozen. SILVER PENCILED.— Received from Henry Beldon, March 27th, per “ Republic,” a trio of extra fine Silver Penciled, fully equal to my Golden Penciled; as good as any in America. A few dozen Eggs will be sold for $10 per dozen. GOLDEN SPANGLED, Ongley’s strain. Won at N.E., third; at N. H., first and special for best trio; at Nashua, first. Eggs, $5 per dozen. Trio, $25. BLACK, from Cutter’s and Shedd’s stocks. Won first at N. H. and first at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. Trio, $15. SILVER.—Won third at N. E., second at N. H., first and second at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. I ean also furnish fresh eggs from other first premium varieties, at the annexed prices: Light and Dark Brahmas, White and Buff Cochins, White Leghorns, Dominiques, each, $8 per dozen; Houdans, Black Spanish, $2.50; Bronze Turkeys, $5; Black-breasted Red, Blue Red, Red Pyle, and White Georgian Game, $5. Everything warranted as represented. Cash must accompany orders. Nothing C. 0. D. ANDREW J. TUCK, Box 602, Nashua, N. H. EDGEWORTH POULTRY YARDS.—E£gzgs for Hatching: Dark Brahmas’: Steel Gray hens mated with my selected imported Conte erel “ Wragg,” at $5 per 13. Light Brahmas’: extra selected hens mated with very choice cockerel, at $3 per sitting of 13. R. F. SHANNON, P. O. Box 568, Pittsburgh, Pa, Eggs from the same fowls that he breeds his Prize Brrps from. He has had many years of experience in packing and shipping Eggs, and _per- sonally attends to it in every instance, ‘Price List and Practical Hints free. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARDS. Specialties for 1874, Brown Leghorns, Crevecceurs, and Silkies, Equal to any in America. EGGS IN SEASON. as 1 Gi] \\ | GaN\\ie8 ————~ Send two green stamps See for =Ilustrated Circular. A. M. HALSTED, Box 23, Rye, N.Y. ' BANTAMS.—14 varieties. 26 premiums at Massachusetts Exhibi- tion, 1874. W. B. ATKINSON, Box 530, Boston, Mass. SEND STAMP for my elegant NEW DESCRIPTIVE CIRCULAR AND PRICE LIST OF FANCY FOWLS AND PIGEONS. Address W. T. ROGERS, Box 187, Doylestown, Pa. MOLINE POULTRY YARDS, MOLINE, ILL. 8S. C. WHEE- LOCK & CO., Proprietors, Breeders of Asiatics and French Fowls, Eggs in season from first-class stock. Haye for sale a few trios of Dark Brah- mas and Buff Cochins, not strictly first-class birds. Price, $6 per trio. Also, 4 White Cochin Hens and Cock, Warner and Williams’ strain. Price, $25. Send for Price List. FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.,—A splendid pair of French, pure white Poodle Dogs, male and female, seven months old, as nice as can be found, for Dark Brahma Chicks; must be first-class birds in every re- spect. Address G. DILLENBERGER, 69 Clifford St., Providence, R. I. EGGS from my PRIZE-TAKING Fowls, at $5 per doz. Golden-Pen- cilled, and Black Hamburgs, Black Spanish, and Black B. Red Games, and Duck-Wing Game Bantams. All orders booked in rotation, and for- warded when desired. Address DUNCAN McR. KAY, Galt, Ontario, Canada. FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.—A pleasant suburban Resi- dence, 5 miles out from North Penn Depot, west side, and adjoining Oak Lane Station; consisting of French Roof, Pointed Stone House (nearly new) of 10 rooms, and large Frame Stable, and Carriage House, and other out buildings, with about 11% acres of excellent land, in a healthy and leasant neighborhood. Would sell or exchange for city property of a ess value, one-third cash, Price, $12,000. JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia. The above is part of the Oak Lane Poultry Yard property. “ORDER FROM HEADQUARTERS.” THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, ISSUED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Price, $1 per Copy. And at WHOLESALE can only be supplied by the Undersigned, And in Lots not less than 100, AT THE LOWEST RATES. Don’t fail to order from EDMUND S. RALPH, Secretary of the American Poultry Association, Buffalo, New York. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY,—A few pairs of superior Black and and Red Carrier Pigeons for sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. EGGS.—SILVER-SPANGLED EGGS for Sale from choice Stock, at $4 per dozen. Address J. MORTON HALL, A.V.R.R., Pittsburgh, Pa. CANADA. EGGS FROM IMPORTED ENGLISH BIRDS. First prize and cup winners in England. Several first and specials at Detroit, Mich., and Buffalo, N. Y., this winter. Also first at all our large shows in Canada, Eggs low. List of prices free. Also, a few grand English and home-bred Birds to part with low. H. M. THOMAS, Brooklin, Ontario, Canada. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. BROWN LEGHORNS.—Four very fine Cockerels, suitable for breeding in any yard. Address R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del. HAMBURGS and BANTAMS.—Eggs from Imported Golden and Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Golden and Silver Sebright Bantams, $4 per doz. A few trios of Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of G.S. Bantams at $8 to $12. Also, FANCY PIGEONS. GEO. F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. PLYMOUTH ROCKS A SPECIALTY. Eggs from my first-prize birds at Butfalo, Boston, and Portland, at $5 per doz. Address A. H. DRAKE, Stoughton, Mass. EBEN P. DAY, HAZLETON, LUZERNE CO., PA., Dealer in Fancy Poultry and Pigeons, Angora, Lop-Eared, Himalayan Rabbits, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, Pea-Fowls, &c. R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del.—I now offer for sale Eggs from the following varieties of Fowls, being fowls that took first premiums of all the varieties mentioned, namely: White Cochins, White Polish, Golden and Silyer-spangled Polish, and White Crest Black Polish, Golden and Silver-spangled Hamburgs, and Brown Leghorns. A few pairs or trios of fine Fowls for sale at reasonable rates. Also, very choice Pigeons of 65 varieties. Blood will tell. 31 first premiums, 13 second, and 4 specials, at Buffalo, N. Y.; 25 first, 12 second, and 6 specials, at Pennsylvania Exhibition at Philadelphia, Send a green stamp, stating what you want. EGGS FOR SALE.—From Light Brahmas, Dominiques, Black African Bantams, and Aylesbury Ducks, including my late imported Ducks—all premium Birds. For premiums given my Birds, see pages 107 and 116, Fanciers’ Journal. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. PURE BRED STOCK, AND WHERE TO GET THEM! RIVERSIDE STOCK AND POULTRY YARDS, WM. WRIGHT, anp 8S. BUTTERFIELD, Proprietors. We shall sell a limited number of sittings of Eggs, at $5 per sitting, from Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins. Our Light Brah- mas are Williams’ strain, pure. Yard No. 1—Cock Young Alexis, is mated with six prize Hens, all standard birds, and winners at Detroit and Buffalo Show. Yard No.2—Cock Duke of Essex is also mated with standard birds, among them are the winners of Ist, at Detroit, for Chicks of 1873. Yard No. 3—Dark Brahmas; are our own direct importation of 1873, and are first-class birds of high merit. and we can safely recommend them to the fancier. Yard No, 4—Buff Cochins, imported froin England, from Rey. Mr. Brooks’ and Taylor’s strains, and selected by our Mr. B. for breeding pur- poses. Yard No.5—Imported Partridge Cochins; are standard birds, and mated with great care for breeding. We also make the importing and | breeding of Lincoln and Cotswold Sheep, Suffolk, Essex, and Berkshire Pigs a specialty. Mr. S. Butterfield being personally acquainted with all the leading breeders in England, will leave on or about the middle of June to make a selection from the best pens of premium birds at the various shows in 1874. Any orders entrusted to him will be executed according to instructions, on commission or otherwise. All communica- tions addressed with stamp, to WM. WRIGHT, Griswold St., Detroit, Mich., Or Riverside Stock Farm, Sandwich, Ontario, Canada, LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” Eggs $6 per dozen. WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. Address H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. (From our own importations.) This yard has bred more winners than any other yard in this country. Estate of H. H. G. Sharpless. James Brennan, Manager. = Eggs $6 per dozen. Address : CHAS. L. SHARPLESS, Shoemakertown, Pa. EGGS FOR HATCHING from all the desirable breeds of Fowls, furnished on short notice, from the best stockin this section. PIGEONS in great variety, constantly on hand. Send for Catalogue. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few sittings of Eggs, 4. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3, All the above are from selected stock. ; L. L, WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 221 STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. Ag- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “@& AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY.—Joseph M. Brooks, Columbus, Indiana, can furnish Eggs from choice heavy hens at $5 per 13, 26 for $9. Well packed in cushioned-bottomed boxes. Fowls in fall that will “speak for themselves,” at $10 per pair. Price List of Italian Bees and Queens free. WHITE LEGHORNS AND S. 8S. HAMBURGS.—A few trios pure bred birds of above varieties now on hand, price, $9.00 to $15.00 per trio. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Address ANGORA RABBITS AND GUINEA PIGS, two and three months old, now ready for delivery. Price, $3.00 and $4.00 per pair. J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. BARBS.—Inside and Outside Tumblers. I have a great variety of these birds now on hand. Prices according to quality. J.C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS! C€.0.D. Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. FRANK FITCH, CLYDE, N. Y., Breeder of Pure Bred Poultry and Berkshire Pigs, from imported stock. Eggs for hatching in season. Catalogue and package Mammoth Corn free, for stamp. Bay Choice Seed Potatoes also for sale. MONTVUE POULTRY YARDS. PARTRIDGE COCHINS, DARK BRAHMAS, WHITE LEGHORNS, HOUDANS, W. F. BLACK SPANISH STANDARD STOCK. F EGGS FOR SALE. FOWLS FOR SALE AFTER SEPT. 1st, 1874. Write for what is wanted. . Address G. O. BROWN, Montvue Poultry Yards, Brooklandville, Md. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. . EGGS may be obtained from the following varieties, for ~ hatching: Dark Brahmas, from imported stock; Light Brah- S mas, from Williams and Felch stock; Buff Cochins, from | BS choice fowls, and pure bred White Leghorns. Price, $2 per 13 eggs. Address P.S. WYKOFF, Turbotyville, R Northumberland Co., Pa. | «“ BRAHMA FOWL.”’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. JOHN A. LORD, Kennebunk, Maine, Breeder of White and Par- tridge Cochins, Plymouth Rocks, and Light Brahmas. At the great Show in Portland, Me., my stock was awarded Two Silver Cups, Three Specials, and Hight Societies’ Premiums. EGGS from the above, $3 per doz. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), #4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. W. E. STITT, COLUMBUS, WIS.—Breeder of Dark and Light Brahmas; Butf, Partridge, and White Cochins; Houdans, Hamburgs, Brown ‘and White Leghorns; Black Red Games; Sebright and Game Bantams; Rouen, Aylesbury and Cayuga Ducks and Bronze Turkeys; Fancy Pigeons in variety. First-class fowls for sale at reasonable prices. Eggs for hatching packed by the most successful method. Send stamp for new illustrated catalogue and price list. Address as above. le Q io) J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y. Circular containing a few practical hints, and Price List of Fowls and Eggs, FREE. G. M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. JOHN RUMBOLD, FOWLING CREEK, MD.—Light Brahmas and W. F. B. Spanish Eggs, $2 per 13. W. Leghern and Buff Cochins, $3 per 13. The location of these yards especially recommend them to South- ern buyers. Send your orders early. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—I will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R. Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &c. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. I can spare one BLACK HAMBURG COCK, one GOLDEN POLAND, one HOUDAN COCK, all good birds. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. EGGS of the following varieties: Black Spanish, White Leghorns, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, Hondans, Dark Brahmas, Light Brah- mas, $3 for 13. A Chromo, ‘Our Pets Awake,” or “Our Pets Asleep,” given with each three dollar order, or both with six dollar order. With nine dollar order, the ‘ Barefoot Girl,” or “Barefoot Girl” and “ Bare- foot Boy,” both, with $15 order; they are splendid Chromos. “The Old Oaken Bucket,” an Engraving; size of paper 914 x 12 in., for three dollar order. G. S. GATES, 146 Swan St., Albany, N. Y. EGGS FOR HATCHING from Superior Light and Dark Brah- mas. Also, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, at $2 per doz. Address H. H. TSHUDY, Litiz, Pa. BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 er doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $3 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game antam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. Ist. S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. (— After six years of im- BR O WN LE GH ORN, + provement by care- tul breeding and study, I this year, for the first time, present my stock, and feel that they will greatly improve whatever flock or strain they may be added to. Their qualities for early market and profitable egg- producers are familiar to all, BA K Wf E Sie I was the first to import into the United - States the now famous Dark Brahmas, I have pleasure in again being the first to import the Bakies; they are very rare and choice in England; are in shape exactly like the Creepers that are now so often referred to by farmers as being the most profitable fowl they can remember; the Bakies are a black body, dark very short legs, comb and white ear-lobe like Brown Leghorns, and as they cannot do the mischief at large same as most fowls, present altogether a very de- sirable, handsome, profitable fowl. Imported by steamship Batavia, Liv- erpool to Boston, March, 1874. C. CARROLL LORING, Boston or Dedham, Mass. MOCKING-BIRD TO EXCHANGE for Brown Leghorn Pul- lets. Also, 20,000 live Trout for sale. Eggs—Light Brahmas, Houdans, White Cochins, $1.50 per doz. Live Mink for Breeding. Partner wanted. SPRING GROVE TROUT WORKS, Ossipee, N. H. Hi. N. WHEELER, Mystic River, Conn., Breeder of pure Brown Leghorns from the old Mystic River Stock, imported by Capt. Isaac Gates. Eggs, $3 per dozen. Orders taken now. CHARLES E. TUTTLE, SAVIN HILL, BOSTON, DARK BRAHMAS. Boston Poultry Exhibition, 1874. ist Premium on Fowls, 2d Premium on Chicks, 3d Premium on Fowls and Chicks, 4th Premium on Fowls, 5th Premium on Chicks. Special No. 9.—For best ten trios Chicks and two of Fowls. “ “ 19,— “ “ “ @ Con “ Collection of Dark Brahmas. Fowls and Chicks for sale. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, . $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 3.00 “e White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 ss Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 He Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.O.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. EGGS FOR SALE.—43 for 13, delivered at Express office, from pure bred Pea-Comb Light Brahmas, from Philander Williams’ stock; Dark Brahmas, and Buff Partridge Cochins from Todd’s stock ; Gold and Silver- Spangled Hamburgs from imported stock. Also, FERRITTS for sale from late importations. FOWLS FOR SALE SEPT. Ist, 1874. Address WM. G. BAKER, Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. AYLESBURY DUCKS EGGS—Mrs. Wm. Taylor, Riverside, Burlington Co., N. J., can spare a few sittings of Eggs at # per sitting, carefully packed. THE «POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Eggs from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards. Send for new illustrated circular. Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. T. 0. WARDWELL, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR DARK BRAHMAS, PARTRIDGE COCHINS & BANTAMS. At the Show held in Boston, February, 1874, my stock were awarded the following premiums: First Prize on Dark Brahma Chickens. Fourth ce G “e ce Second “ Partridge Cochin “ First “ Silver Sebright Bantam Chickens. Hirsti se Gs a (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. Ar the time of writing I have received two copies, and have paid éwo dollars for them. Here is where the rub comes. If I had paid twenty-five, or even fifty cents a piece for such pamphlets, containing as they do really valuable matter, and a kind that no poultry breeder can do without, I should not have complained ; but, after working for several days at Buffalo in assisting to em- body, in plain language, the points and characteristics that should belong to fowls, to entitle them to a place in a poul- try exhibition; and after objecting to putting the price at one dollar each; and haying been.told that we wanted a v good nice book, one that all America would be proud of, especially the members of the American Poultry Associa- tion, who were to own and publish it;—I say, after all of the above, to have such a miserable little pamphlet sent me as tbe American Standard of excellence that I have received, and for which the American Poultry Association obliged me to pay a dollar, I confess I was something move than disap- pointed— a little riled.” Now, Mr. Editor, I dont know who makes the profit, but there must be a comfortable one somewhere. There are one hundred thousand standards wanted to- day ; fifty thousand at twenty-five cents each, like these one dollar ones, and there is profit enough at that; and fifty thousand bound in leather covers, that might be got up in good shape and sold at one dollar each, and a good profit made on them. You will meet some who will call me a croaker and other pet names, for saying these things; tell them I am a mem- ber of the American Poultry Association, and am ashamed to charge one dollar for a poorly gotten up pamphlet that L can furnish as good—ten thousand copies—for the sum of one thousand dollars, or ten cents a copy; and I want to know who gets the profit? and also, who has the right to impose upon the members of the American Association in such a manner? Now I am aware of the truth of the old adage, that ‘‘ the weakness of the material is the strength of the trade;’’ still I would advise the American Poultry Association to do as some street sellers of rolls of salve and other patent things do; as they cannot sell a standard for less than a dollar, to make every person that buys one of these—their still born edition—a present of a good, substantial, readable standard, with an alphabetical index in it. A MEMBER. gag" THE Baospas.—The baobab is a plant of monstrous size, the most colossal and most ancient vegetable monument on earth; has round, woolly leaves, which consist of from three to seven leaflets radiating from a common centre, and giving them somewhat the appearance of a hand, and mag- nificent white flower. It is an enormous tree, holding among plants the place that the elephant holds among animals—a hoary witness of the last changes which the earth has under- gone, and deluges that have buried beneath their waves the productions of early ages. Several baobabs that have been measured were found to be from seventy to seventy-seven feet in circumference. From its branches hang, at times, colossal nets, three feet in length, and resembling large oval - baskets open at the bottom, and looking from the distance like so many signal flags. It would take fifteen men, with their arms extended, to embrace the trunk of one of these great trees, which, in the countries through which the Senegal flows, are venerated as sacred monuments. Enormous branches are given off from the central stem a few feet from the ground and spread out horizontally, giving the tree a diameter of over one hundred feet. ‘‘Hach of these branches,” says Mr. Danton, “ would be a monster tree elsewhere, and taken together, they seem to make up a forest rather than a tree.’ It is only at the age of eight hundred years that the bao- babs attain their full size, and then cease to grow. The fruit of this tree is oblong; the color of the shell passes in ripening from green to yellow and brown. The fruit is called ‘‘monkey bread.”’ It contains a spongy sub- stance, paler than chocolate, and filled with abundant juice. The bark is ashy gray in color, and almost an inch in thickness. The negroes of the Senegal grind it down to powder, and in this state they use it to season their food, and to maintain a moderately free perspiration, which en- ables them the more easily to withstand the heat. It serves also as an antidote for certain fevers.—The Wonders of Veg- etation. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 227 PouttRY Depagtment: * (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SCIENTIFIC BREEDING OF LIGHT BRAHMAS FOR EXHIBITION. ARTICLE V. CULLING OR PICKING OUT POOR BIRDS, AND SEPARATING THE SEXES. In a well-kept flock of chickens, as in a well-kept garden, an occasional weed will appear, in spite of all the care and skill which may have been exercised in selecting and mating These the fancier should have the cour- the sire and dam. age to pick out and destroy at the earliest moment that he is enabled to discern them. fully examine each brood at eight weeks old. If properly fed and cared for, the chicks at this age ought to weigh from three to four pounds to the pair, and are just the right size for frying or broiling. Any chick found with crooked toes, or any other deformity, should be sent at once to the gridiron. The effects of breeding from such birds will be lasting and grievous. At twelve weeks or three months old the birds must be separated as to sex, if extra fine large birds are desired. The cockerels may be put in a yard with an old cock, who will prevent their fighting, and in most cases will agree very well with them. At this age the birds should receive another thorough weeding. Cockerels that do not show plenty of black in the hackle may be killed with impunity. Any approach to knock-knee or leg weak- ness should condemn the bird at once. Occasionally a bird will be met with whose wing feathers grow twisted or in a spiral position. This should be stamped out whenever found. Birds with crooked backs and wry tails should be killed as soon as possible. The fancier should be careful how he discards otherwise fine birds for too much black, as some pullets will be much spotted on the back until six months old, and still moult out clean; but a pullet whose hackle is cloudy or lead-color will rarely make a show bird. It requires considerable courage for a fancier to pick out and kill his birds in this manner, but he should remember that one bad sheep spoils a whole flock; this saying is equally true when applied to fowls. He should also remem- ber that a bad chick takes the same amount of food and care as is required to rear a good one. When he has killed his poor birds, and receives a visit from a brother fancier, he will: not shrink from showing his stock, for he will know that there is no danger of that scrawny, crooked-backed, wry-tailed, twisted-winged, knock-kneed bird stalking out in front of his visitor, and cocking his head to one side with a look which says louder than words, I am a specimen of my owner’s stock. Well then, having disposed of his poor birds to the best advantage, and in a manner which will redound I think it advisable to care- to the credit ot every fancier, he will have more time and room for his good ones. During the hot summer months a | suitable shade must be provided, or the birds will become _sadly sunburned, and instead of their plumage being white, ‘they will be a disagreeable yellow. Those who are so for- tunate as to have plenty of shade trees and shrubbery, un- | der which the birds can seek shelter from the hot sun, need | feel no anxiety on this score. My own yards heretofore were unprotected, and consequently I was compelled to make artificial shade in the following manner: Plant two posts in the ground two feet deep and about the same height above ground, and about ten feet apart; across these nail a piece of scantling. Now sink two more posts directly op- posite the other two, but only one foot high; nail a piece of scantling across the same, as on the other. Cover these with boards, and cover the boards with three or four inches of earth. This will make a nice cool retreat, to which the birds will not fail to resort during the hot weather. W. EE. Flower. SHOEMAKERTOWN, Pa., March 28, 1874. + sem (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HENS’ NESTS. In looking back through the pleasures of memory to ‘‘ ye olden tyme’’ of my boyhood days, I seem again to find my- self, basket in hand, at sunset time, rambling through the orchards, bushes and hedges, under the barns and brush- heaps, into stumps and logs, and many other outlandish places—in fact, only such as a boy or old hen would find— “hunting the eggs.” This Lenten season brings back the thought of my hidden hundreds when Easter came, as well as my boyish pride when in the morning I delivered up to my dear old mother the snowy treasures. Those good old days are gone, and have carried with them much of the sweetest romance of life; and business, ever jealous of our time, has driven me from the old farm, down by Cayuga, into town. I left the old barnyard favorites, but brought with me my taste for fowls, and having the disposition to keep step with my fellow-fanciers, I find a goodly variety of the more noble sorts about me. The object of this epistle is not to give advice about making hens lay, as any fancier would be behind the times should his hens not lay after the instructions given by my fellow-countryman Wright, as well as the counsel from a host of your own good American writers on this subject. In the first place I gave a hint of what sort of places our old hens in the country used to use for nests. Well, instinct and their affection for their progeny caused them to hide their nests just where they did. They never laid a single egg without intending not to have it found by man, or any other animal. A hen is just as careful to hide her nest and eggs from one animal as she is from another, and in those old times I speak of hens did just what our city fowls would do had they the same chance, and I can not remember of ever finding a nest lying around loose, or in sight; but, instead, I frequently found it where it took hours to do so, and have often watched some old favorite strolling away into the fields while I followed after, until she got to where the nest was not, and would fly upon the top of the fence and dress her- self while I remained in sight. On becoming provoked, I would drop down into the tall grain out of sight, and so would she, and when I went where she was she was not there, but had evaded me by sneaking off into the grain to her 228 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. nest. All this goes to show that in making the nests in our city poultry buildings, where space is too limited to allow of a wide range for our fowls, it should be our object to imitate nature as much as possible in the construction of proper nests for them. ¢ I could mention a score or more of elaborate poultry- houses throughout the country where everything was designed to be in keeping with the beautiful pets which they shelter. Patent feed-boxes, patent roosts, and patent everything was the fashion, and I must confess that I have been as much a victim as any one, so far as the use of the above useless appendages are concerned. I had a fine set of nests made the entire length of our buildings, with doors arranged to open into the hall, &c.; but, after a year’s trial, I have dis- carded them, and find, after all said and done, the simplest contrivance is the best. To give a simple definition of what is wanted, I will only say, darkness and difficulty; some long, dark box lying on the floor for the larger birds; what I mean by long is three or four feet, by sixteen inches wide, and fourteen inches high. Keep the nest in the farthest end by across-board four inches high. Let the entrance be in the end and next to the floor, and so small that it will bea ‘tight squeeze”’ for the hen to enter or come out; and lastly, place the open end so close in a corner of the room that even the entrance will be hard to get at. You can use your own mode of getting the eggs out, say by a small hand-hole with a lid to it on top of the box. We hada fine coop of Buff Cochins, and also one of Dark Brahmas, addicted to the provoking habit of egg-eating. I suppose that this habit was first contracted by the eggs being accidentally broken by the hens in the exposed and uncomfortable nature of our fancy nests. Of course, a hen’s motherly affection and care for her eggs gives way to her appetite on sight of a broken one, hence the habit of eating them. In this dilemma I closed those puckered-up things, and placed in their stead the nests described in this article, and the result was that ‘we got all the eggs they laid. As hens will not eat their eggs after they have hidden them, or when they are near in sight while the whole flock are wandering about the coop throughout the day. After the habit was broken up en- tirely in these two coops, our Light Brahmas and Par- tridge Cochins fell into the habit, and: nearly laved on eggs; in fact, I do not know but that they would have become self-sustaining, had we not given them the long, dark, diffi- cult, &c., box, whereupon we were rewarded at once with well-filled baskets. The small entrance to the nest also prevents the cock from getting into them, as they often will where possible, seemingly to show, in their politeness and solicitude for their charge, the whereabouts of a nest. A few weeks ago I placed a common open-top box in our Ply- mouth Rock coop, furnished it with plenty of clean straw for their nest, they having shown signs of laying. The box was no sooner in position than the cock took to nest first, and scratched, fluttered, and tore about, and was in every position imaginable, all the time clucking, while the hens all stood around amazed—so did I.—I took away the open box, and gave them the dark nest, and Mr. Cock has stayed outside since. Only yesterday I made some new nests for our White Leghorns; they were hardly in place before the cock took to one of them, and such a time as he had; why he would have broken all the eggs in the nest, had they not been china nest eggs, but I declare, I must again apologize for the length of this article. Inthe future I will try to write less. Should I at any time write too much for my share of space | in your paper, you may curtail a little. I have only refer- red to nests for the larger classes of birds: the rule will apply to all, only elevate the closed nest it preferable, always remembering nature’s rule—difficulty , darkness,—then plenty of room inside. J. H. WATLING. SENECA FALLS POULTRY YARDS, Seneca Fauts, N. Y., March 23, 1874. So (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HINTS TO BEGINNERS. No man should engage in any business without some knowledge of what he is about to enter into. Especially does this rule apply to dealers in fancy fowls. I am well aware that a good many of those who advertise faney poul- try for sale, at the present time, were in the first start taken with the “‘hen fever’’ spontaneously, and without any knowl- edge of what a good fowl should be; would at once write to a score or more of advertisers, and the one that would make the price the lowest would receive his order, and the chances are one hundred to one that his fowls would be very inferior, and yet the purchaser would feel confident that he had just as good fowls as anybody. I used to have a good deal of sympathy for such men, but at the present time, when there are so many books and periodicals published devoted especially to the Poultry interest, and when Poultry exhi- bitions are of so frequent occurrence, there is no excuse for a breeder to sell inferior fowls on those grounds. I would therefore recommend to all who contemplate start- ing in the Poultry business a few practical suggestions : First of all, procure a copy of the new American standard of excellence, and become perfectly familiar with it as far as the kind or kinds of fowls you anticipate breeding is con- cerned; subscribe for the Fanciers’ Journal, or some other good periodical devoted to poultry and poultry appurten- ances; attend to all the first-class poultry exhibitions that you conveniently can, for I am convinced that an amateur can learn more by visiting exhibition-rooms than in any other manner, for he there has an opportunity of examining the premium fowls, notice all their fine points, compare them with less meritorious birds, and in this manner he will soon become familiar with the kind which he proposes to breed. Then take but one or two kinds to commence with. Besure that you have found a reliable breeder of your varieties; and this may not always be an easy matter, for in many in- stances breeders that win Premiums at our exhibitions are not what they should be. I know of some men that will buy a first-class trio of fowls in the fall and take them to all the principal Poultry fairs during the winter and win prizes with them, and in the spring advertise eggs from first pre- mium stock (when in reality that one trio was all he had that were fine), and would seld dozens of eggs from them and send eggs from very inferior fowls. Neither does it follow that because a man has been engaged in the business ten, fifteen, or twenty years that he is honest and reliable, but it is probable that he will at least be a good judge of the vari- eties he breeds; then if he does not do by you as he agrees, you may be certain that he is dishonest, and should be pub- licly branded as a fraud. Yet, I can say with much pride that there are very many noble, honest, and reliable men engaged in the poultry traffic, many of whom are successful exhibitors, and on such men I would recommend you to bestow your patronage. C. N. Brown. UNADILLA ForKs, OTSEGO Co., N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE PREJUDICE AGAINST POULTRY BREEDING. No. I. Ir cannot be denied that a prejudice does exist, in many quarters, against the breeding of fine poultry. Recently, when one of our prominent breeders was pointed out to a gentleman, he said, ‘‘ He is a fine looking man for a chicken dealer.” This man was only expressing an idea which pre- yails to a considerable extent. Many regard the care of poultry as too trivial a business for a man, but as the appro- priate work of women and children. Perhaps the majority of farmers regard it as unprofitable stock, which must, how- ever, be endured to please their wives and daughters, who derive no inconsiderable revenue for the supply of their wants from the sale of eggs and chickens. ' The husband and father fails to consider how many calls upon his purse, or perplexing store bills are thus saved him, nor does he reflect how many delicacies, in the way of pud- dings, custards, &c., find their way to his table, of which he would feel it necessary to deny himself if all the eggs had to be purchased for cash. Fowls have a wonderful facility of adapting themselves to adverse circumstances, or they would utterly fail to render any profit to many farmers. The great wonder is that cholera, roup, gapes and kindred diseases do not destroy more flocks than they do. Where shelter is provided at all, it is frequently permitted to become so filthy as to breed vermin and disease. Large numbers of poor, ill-fed fowls are obliged to roost on trees and fences, and thus have to withstand winter’s storms, and the chill rains of spring and autumn. Many feel a distrust of all poultry breeders on account of the impositions of unprincipled breeders. This business in the past has afforded a fine field for dishonest operations, and there were many who were not slow to avail themselves of the opportunity. Much of this distrust is not without sufli- cient cause, for there is no question but the confidence of the public has been shamefully abused. Inferior fowls have been sent out at prices which ought to have commanded the best of stock. Birds of fine appearance, but impure blood, have been sold as first-class fowls. Eggs have been sent out which were not what they were represented to be. But the time is well nigh past when these men can thus practice their impositions. The poultry journals, the numerous ex- hibitions, and, above all, the National Association, by bring- ing together breeders from all parts of the land, will serve to expose the dishonest, and eventually drive them to some other more profitable field of operations. We ought to be so careful in the admission of members to the Association that membership in it will come to be regarded as an assur- ance of a breeder’s integrity. The resolutions adopted at Boston have the right ring, and will do much to restore public confidence. Let every one who proposes a new name for membership be ready to vouch for the integrity of the applicant, and let no man of doubtful character be admitted. If the general public could have looked in on the Conven- tion at Buffalo it would have done more to remove prejudice than any number of newspaper articles. Many in the body were men of means, of culture, and of high social position ; men actively engaged, professionally or in business, who have found poultry breeding not only a pleasant diversion but also a source of profit. ‘ If the National Association fulfills its present promise and I doubt not it will, it will render invaluable aid in various ways to State and local organizations, and will greatly assist in establishing the poultry interest on a firm basis. F. RR. W. Gorrespowtlence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Eprror. Dear Srr: I would like to inquire of you or some of your readers if there is any difference between White and Pearl Guineas? Also, whether Muscovy and Plata Ducks are not the same? I remain respectfully yours, EH. W. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WaADg, Dear Sir: Ihavyea Light Brahma pullet six months old, that weighs eight pounds, which laid an egg 7} inches by 6} inches, and weighs 5} ounces. She has laid several large eggs, but this is the largest one. Yours truly, G. Macrgapy. Stoux Ciry, Iowa.

(For Fanciers’ Journal.) Eprror FANcrERs’ JOURNAL: Your correspondent, Mrs. D., of Iowa, gives the very reason—according to my experience—why her eggs that she used last, beat better than the others, in the words ‘although older.” We keep hens, therefore have fresh eggs, but I always take my oldest eggs when beating for cake, especially for frosting, as new laid eggs may foam some, but settle back into liquid if left a short time, when older eggs would have kept stiff. I have known this reason to have been given by bakers. Mrs. D. might keep some of her non-fer- tile eggs three weeks or more and see if they do not beat as light as the others. Respectfully, &c., Mrs. R. PROVIDENCE, March 27, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WaDzE. Dear Sir: I noticed in Fanciers’ Journal for March 26, a communication from Mr. A. K. Martin, asking. what poultry breeders mean when they offer “ standard fowls for sale.”’ Whenever I see the term in an advertisement, or circular, I consider that the one using it, is either ignorant of what a standard fowl should be, or else is endeavering to deceive his customers. I have owned, bred, and sold a great many hun- dred (perhaps a thousand) fowls, and I never yet owned, or saw a standard bird. J have never yet seen a bird that I considered to deserve over ninety-five points, and I can count on my fingers all that I have seen entitled to over ninety. To say that a bird is standard, is to assert that he is per- fect; that there is not a feather, nota point—either in shape, size, symmetry or condition—that can be improved, It must be evident to every thinking man, that no educated and respectable fancier would make any such assertion as this. It would be well, perhaps, to class such men in the same category with those who advertise their fowls as the best in the world. In the latter case, however, we understand that the world meant, is their own little world of half a dozen admiring friends and neighbors, beyond which, their range of vision cannot penetrate. Yours truly, A. M. HaLsTED. Rye, N. Y., March 28, 1874. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. LO Pigeon Department. SILVER DRAGOONS’ BARS. As [have frequently the honor of acting as judge at Pigeon shows, I have been requested by several fanciers to state my views on this subject. Mr. J. Percival, an old fancier, and likewise judge, having already done so, I shall enter into no argument with any one, for more than enough has been writ- ten and said on the subject. What I wish to put forth is, that it is by no means a new idea that Silver Dragoons should have black bars, for nearly forty years ago I had some, and they were then thought to be correct by a next-door neigh- bor, a Dragoon fancier then of more than thirty years’ stand- ing. I hope other gentlemen acting as judges will give their opinion, without any further discussion, as to which way they would award the prizes, both varieties being present—viz., Silver Dragoons with brown bars and Silver Dragoons with black. Without any hesitation I say I should give the prize to those with the black bars, all other points being equal.— Harrison WEIR, in Journal of Horticulture. oe POLYGAMY IN PIGEONS. As bearing on the subject named by ‘‘ Onus Probandi”’ in the Journal of February 12th, I send you an account of the following facts. A common Ash cock of mine was mated with a common Blue Chequer hen, and they had a young one in the nest which died at about a fortnight old. I had, among others, an unmated Blue Chequer hen, which if pos- sessed among two or three dozen more of the same kind by a Lancashire dealer would be called ‘A Rock fra Linca- shire (Lincolnshire) fur shootin’,’”’ but which, I suppose, is a Chequered Dovecote Pigeon. I had it from a farm in Herefordshire. The Ash cock is a very merry bird, and upon the death of his young one he was soon ready to go to nest again; and finding his own hen (which we will call the Blue Chequer) was not of the same mind, he turned his at- tentions to what we will call the ‘‘Rock.’’ This seemed to rouse the jealousy of the Blue Chequer, and in a short time she laid him two eggs, which he helped to sit regularly, but when he was not sitting he employed his time in nesting or flying with the Rock. In due time the eggs laid by the Blue Chequer were hatched, and the young ones reared, the Ash helping to feed them. Both were Blue Chequers, but with a decided likeness in the head, beak, and general shape to the Ash cock. Before these young ones were able to fly about the Rock laid two eggs in another nest, built for her by the Ash cock, and he helped her regularly to sit, but when he was not sitting he employed his time in nesting and flying with the Blue Chequer (whose young ones could now feed themselves), and as a result she laid him two eggs about six days after the Rock. And now his work began; he helped both hens to sit, and I seldom saw him fly about outside. Yesterday, March 8th, both of the Rock’s eggs hatched; but until the young ones grow larger I shall not be able to prove that the Ash helps to feed them, though I have seen him sit over them. I have examined the eggs of the Blue Chequer, and found one ‘‘addled’’—no formation whatever having taken place, and I am now waiting for the other egg to hatch, when it will be interesting to observe whether the Ash cock helps to feed both nests, and also what likeness the progeny bear to him when full-grown. I say it will be interesting to observe what likeness both lots of young ones bear to him when full- grown, as I lately had a case in which a hen, that had been a long time unmated, laid two eggs (while yet unmated), one on the floor, the other on the shelf. I put them under a pair I had sitting, and two young ones were hatched and reared, which when full-grown bore an unmistakable like- ness to a certain cock I had, which had a mate and young ones of his own at the time. I only regret that it has not occurred among fancy breeds where parentage could have been traced without any doubt, inasmuch as the characteristics of distinct fancy breeds are so much more marked than those of the Homing Antwerp type, which is the sort I keep. CLUB ROW, THE FANCY AND ITS VOTARIES. [Many of our readers must be unaware that ‘‘ Club Row”’ isin Church Street, Bethnal Green, London, and a newspaper correspondent, speaking of its vicinity, says: ‘‘ Among its inhabitants are street venders of every kind of produce, travellers to fairs, tramps, dog fanciers, dog stealers, sharp- ers, shop lifters, and pickpockets. It abounds with the young Arabs of the streets. Sunday is a day much devoted to pet pigeons and singing-bird clubs, prizes being given, and a ready sale following each award.’’—EDs. ] To those who spend the greater portion of their lives far from the din of the city, and whose homes, it may be, are nearer to the cover of the fox than to the busy mart and crowded streets, any one of the many specialties which Lon- don possesses is heard of with interest. Nor is it to such alone. London being the head and heart of our empire, and pte-eminently great in all its characteristics, all Englishmen take pride in its greatness, and never weary reading of its wonders, and I have therefore ventured to send you these few jottings. ‘«Club Row on a Sunday morning” had been described to me in such terms that determined me at the first favora- ble opportunity to pay it a visit. Previous information somewhat prepared me, but the scene itself surpassed all I had imagined. To begin with: In Club Row and adjacent streets there are about eighty ‘‘fanciers’’’ shops, possibly more than that number; and as a means of comparison, when we consider that Manchester and Salford combined can only muster about half a dozen all told, this in itself excited no little surprise. All the shops, or with scarcely an exception, in the locality named, seemed devoted to the same line of business. In some the atmosphere was simply unbearable, the proprietors evidently not believing ‘‘eleanliness is next to godliness.’? Happily there were ex- ceptions. As regards the birds, it would have been possible to have obtained anything from a Tomtit toa Brahma cock, though I cannot say much in praise of the quality. The thoroughfares were thronged to a degree that made it diffi- cult to thread one’s way through the mass of venders and purchasers, for the trade was not restricted to the shops. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 231 Here was one with a poor Starling, tied to his finger with a bit of string ; another with a small basket or tray of ground- sel; there a man with an odd rooster under his arm, others with Pigeons, and even down to a poor Sparrow. Last, but not least, the fanciers themselves; and, sad tosay, did we require to find human beings the lowest in the social scale, I verily believe they are to be found in the scene I have attempted to describe. Dickens’s description of ‘' the young noblemen at Dotheboys Hall”’ occurred to me more than once, and as I write I see again the ‘‘ pale and haggard faces, lank and bony figures: children with the countenances of old men, some young lives which from the earliest dawn of infancy had been one of horrible endurance of cruelty and neglect. There were faces which should have been handsome darkened with the scowl of sullen dogged suffering.’? And amid all this a banner with a scriptural text borne by a few supporting a street preacher, and as the various sounds catch the ear I find mixed with the hymn of praise the bitter curse of the drunkard and the foul oath of the blasphemer. It was a scene I shall not soon forget ; and as the carriage rolled along westward, and the contrast became greater, thoughts rose to me especially of the young children, children who, from the force of circumstances, and from no cause of their own, have been nursed in the lap of vice and misery, and are left there by those who are quarreling how they should be taught.—Journal of Horticulture. Htems Snteresting and Amusing. y@gs~ A kangaroo is a curious chap;—when it’s wide awake it’s leaping. yeas A.J. Fox, Mascher Street, above Thompson, this city, has just killed the Holstein bull, imported and owned by the Doylestown Agricultural Society. Being too large for further service they decided to kill him. His weight was 2850 pounds. N@s Said a great Congregational preacher Toa hen: “ You’re a beautiful creature!” - The hen just for that Laid two eggs in his hat— And thus did the Hen-re-ward Beecher ! — Boston Advertiser. j@x Frozen Eaas.—It often happens that eggs will get frozen so as to crack the shells in severe cold weather, and are of course unfit to sell; but if they are kept frozen until needed for use, and then brought into a warm room and boiling water poured over them, then left till cool, the egg will be uninjured, and will heat as nicely as if it had not been chilled, and is just as good for any use. After being once thawed, it must be used immediately; if allowed to stand a day or two, it will not be fresh or nice. yga@s= The seventh annual report of the State Fish Com- missioners pronounces the breeding works on the Penobscot among the best in the world. The establishment is now hatching 2,225,000 eggs, and has a capacity of 4,000,000. It is patronized by all the New England and some of the Wes- tern States. The state has made its first experiment in hatching shad the past year; the number hatched is 100,000. About 15,000 salmon have been caught on Penobscot River and Bay during the year. The Commissioners call for strin- gent fish and game laws, and state that the moose and other large animals are almost extinct. yas- Fifty thousand trout are to be placed in Ossipee lake and Six-mile pond in Ossipee, N. H. ye@s- A queer hog story comes from Salem, Oregon. The owner of the ferry at Buena Vista had two hogs which mysteriously disappeared about three months ago, at which time they weighed about three hundred pounds apiece. about that time a new warehouse was built near the ferry at Buena Vista, and filled with wheat, which was shipped a week ago, when the temporary structure was removed, and under the floor were found the missing swine, alive, but not weighing near so much as when last seen. They had evi- dently gone under the warehouse to find wheat which leaked through the floor, and were detained there by the settling of the building. They lived on what wheat leaked through a crack, and occupied a circular place they had worn for themselves, but during all that time they must have been without water. hese The Turf, Field, and Farm says: Inasmall town near the Alleghany mountains, in front of a tavern, there was a pump with a large trough, which was for watering horses. -The handle of the pump, when not in use, was forced up, and all that was necessary was to draw it down to make the water flow into the trough. On a particular day, at the time the wagons reached the tavern, there was but little water in the trough, not nearly enough to supply the horses. When one of the horses that was first unhar- nessed got to the pump, he laid his head over the handle, pressed it down, and made the water issue from the spout. As he raised his head, the handle would spring up; but down again he would press it, and force the water into the trough. In this manner that horse kept pumping with his head, until all the horses had finished drinking. He then left the handle, went round to the trough, drank as much as he wanted himself, and then deliberately walked into the stable and took his place in one of the stalls. has” SpoRTING IN TExas.—Sportsmen find an agreeable abiding place in Texas. On the prairies almost every kind of wild animals abound. In the Northwest are the wild horse or mustang, and the fierce buffalo. The deer and the antelope, and the mountain goat are plentiful, not to mention the jaguars, the pumas, wildcat, black bears, ocelots, wolves and foxes, and such smaller game as peccaries, opossums, raccoons, hares, rabbits, and squirrels. A special feature of wild life is the prairie dog or marmot, dwelling in holes burrowed in the ground. Their numbers are so great that the traveller may sometimes journey for days together with- out losing sightof them. The feathered tribe are also abun- dant, including birds of prey, and birds of sport. There is the bald-headed eagle and the Mexican eagle, vultures, owls, hawks, wild turkeys, wild geese, prairie hens, canvas-back and other ducks, teal, brandt, pheasants, quails, grouse, wood- cocks, pigeons, partridges, snipes, plovers, red birds, and turtle doves. By the waters are also found the crane, the swan, the pelican, the water turkey, and the kingfisher. The smaller birds are numerous, and among them many of the most brilliant plumage, as the oriole, the paroquet, the car- dinal, the whippoorwill, and the sweet-toned mocking bird. Blackbirds abound, and the wood-peckers, blue-jays, starl- ings, red-birds, swallows, martens, and wrens. In the rivers and bays there are all the varieties of water-life from alliga- tors to perch, pike, trout, green turtles, and oysters.—Cor- | respondence of the Baltimore American. 232 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by Jos—ErH M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. Q Scns OURNAL AND 4) OULTRY GFaxouanes, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year,... Specimen Copies, by mail.,.... ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid..... 1 page, 216 lines, SOlid...........::eeeeeveen Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN «& Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. THE CONNECTICUT STATE POULTRY SOCIETY ARE about establishing permanent society rooms in which to transact all business, and to hold social talks, and to be used as reading rooms; all the journals relating to poultry and pet stock will be kept on file. Breeders are requested to send their circulars and cards to the Recording Secretary, Dr. Geo. N. Parmele, Hartford, Conn., who will see that they are made good use of. The next quarterly meeting will be held in Hartford, May 12th. The members are very enthusiastic, and are already at work preparing for the next exhibition, which will be held in Hartford, Tuesday, Wed- nesday, Thursday, and Friday, December 15th, 16th, 17th, and 18th. Tue Philadelphia Pigeon Flying Association have ar- ranged the following five sweepstakes of one hundred dollars each, to take place as follows : From Trenton, N. J., (over 30 miles), May 4th, for one hundred dollars. From Monmouth Junction, (about 50 miles on New York road), June 8th, for one hundred dol- lars. From Atlantic City, (61 miles), July 6th, for one hundred dollars. Atlantic City, (61 miles), August 10th, for one hundred dollars. New York, (92 miles), September 7th, for one hundred dollars. First bird to receive fifty dol- lars, second bird 80 dollars, third bird twenty dollars. En- try fee five dollars for each bird; any number of birds allowed to be entered. Open to all.. For further informa- tion, address Tuomas Grist, President. 1531 North 28d St. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TRIPS AMONG THE FANCIERS. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: Having recently made a visit to the justly famous poultry yards of the estate of H. H. S. Sharpless, and thinking that a brief description of what I saw might be interesting to the readers of the Fanciers’ Journal, I here- with send it to you. Opon my arrival I was taken in charge by the polite manager, Mr. James Brennan, who, like a true fancier, is ever ready and willing to show his stock. The hen-house is built in the form of an L, facing the east and south, and is about 96 feet long by 13 feet in width, and is divided into eight rooms 10 by 12, with a passage way three feet in width running along the back part. The floors are of cement, covered with earth andsand. The nest boxes are arranged along the partition, so that the eggs can be removed from the passage way without entering the rooms. The front of the house is nearly all glass, and each room has a separate yard attached to it. The yards are laid out in the form of a triangle, being about 90 feet in length and some 60 feet in width at the widest end. The house and yards each have a water-trough supplied by a pipe running across the yards from a large tank, into which the water is pumped by a water-wheel. Altogether the house and yards were perhaps the most complete in their arrangement of any we have ever visited. We presume that most of your readers know that Dark Brahmas are the specialty at these yards. At present the breeding stock consists of some forty hens and pullets and seven cocks. We do not think it necessary for us to say much in their praise; their record in the various show- rooms throughout the United States says all that is necessafy as to their quality. Our attention was next called to the young chicks, of which there were some ninety or a hundred, from three weeks old to one or two days. The chicks are given free range upon the lawn, some five or six acres or more, with abundant shelter from sun and rain. Besides all these con- veniences there is a large grapery, 20 by 50 feet, on the premises, in which the early hatched broods are kept until the weather is favorable for letting them run. We were much pleased with our visit, and can assure your readers, who fancy good Dark Brahmas, that they will be amply repaid should they make a journey to the above yards. Yours truly, Wo. E. FLower. peas While on the Peninsula during the war, an officer came across a private belonging to one of the most predatory companies of the Irish Brigade, with the lifeless bodies of a goose and hen, tied together by the legs, dangling from his musket. ‘‘ Where did you steal those, you rascal?” ‘ Faith, I was marching along with Color-Sargeant Maguire, and the goose—bad cess to it |—came out and hissed the American flag.”’ ‘¢ But the hen, sir; how about the hen?” ‘The hin, sir, bless ye, was in bad company, and laying eggs for the ribbles.”’ pae> To MAKE A VARNISH THAT WILL IMITATE GROUND Guass.—Mr. J. Garratt has favored us with the follow- ing:—To make a varnish to imitate ground glass, dissolve 90 grains of sandarac and 20 grains of mastic in 2 oz. of mashed methylated ether, and add, in small quantities, a sufficiency of benzine to make it dry, with a suitable grain —too little making the varnish too transparent, and excess making it crapy. The quantity of benzine required depends upon its quality—from half an ounce to 1} ounces or even more; but the best results are got with a medium quality. It is important to use washed ether, free from spirit.— British Journal of Photography. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 233 Hind wd Smal Let Department. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A SHORT EXPERIENCE WITH RABBITS. My passion for pets led mea short time ago to buy a pair of Angora rabbits, partly for my own gratification, but largely for the amusement of my children. I spent a day in making hutches for them, and prided myself on having made ‘such as were comfortable, convenient, and well adap- ted to the wants of the pets. I thought I had read all the cautions, and had thoroughly protected myself against both eats and rats, and hoped by careful painstaking and close attention to keep them in good health, and make them pro- ductive. I have had them just three days. Imagine my mortifica- tion when my family found both of them this cold March morning lying outside of their hutches dead, the gates of the hutches rudely and violently torn open, the wires of the fronts twisted and bent, and the gates and roofs of the hutches gnawed almost through. What did it all? Some stray cur, too thievish to come around in the daytime to make his attack. I had made no provision for protection against dogs, particularly that part of the race which seems created for no purpose whatever, unless it be to wander around at night, the embodiment of all that is malicious and devilish, worrying cats and tear- ing up flower-beds. I want the dog that did the mischief; I will pay more for him than he is worth to any one else. I would like to keep rabbits again; I have a decided fancy for them; but I cannot do it as long as some one else owns that dog. I promise, too, that if that dog gets into my possession, he shall not worry any one else’s rabbits. I have no spite against him, that is, not in general, but I don’t think he is filling his proper place. If dogs have their sphere, it is evident, that he either does not understand it, or at least is not in his proper place, and it is well that he should, for the public good know it, and the sooner the better. Had he eaten my pets, I could reconcile myself to the loss, on the ground of its being nature and instinct, to appease the cravings of hunger; but there is not the mark of a tooth anywhere to be seen on them, showing that it was purely a case of malice, as they were evidently frightened to death, and then dragged from their hutches and left lying on the ground close by. The point, however, which I wish to make in this article, is one that I have not before seen noticed anywhere. It is this: Unless you can protect yourself against the incursions of dogs, particularly at night, it is useless to think of at- tempting to keep rabbits. Closing up the hutches carefully at night will not prevent their death, for they are almost as liable to die of fright or excitement, as they are from the wounds of an enemy. To those, therefore, who propose keeping rabbits, either as pets, or for profit, it is well to give this word of caution: Protect yourself not only against cats and rats, but against dogs as well. A.N. R. Lock Haven, Pa. yes~ A Nimrod in Adams County, Pa., reports that during the last hunting season he shot 124 gray squirrels, 9 rabbits, 2 ground hogs, 12 pheasants, and 6 crows, also a very large black snake; and at another time three very large copper- head snakes at one shot. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE BLACK MARTIN. Mr. Eprror. In No. 8, page 128, of the Journal I find a few questions in regard to the Black Martin which seem to be exactly what I would have been glad to know last spring, while building several bird-houses, which I intended to be free to any or all of the little feathered visitors that might choose to gladden our home with their songs during the summer. In the first place I set up a pole twenty feet high, on top of which I placed a two-room rustic bird-house. In less than an hour three or four pairs of common Swallows were quarreling for possession, and did some terrible fighting. At last, after two or three days, all but two pairs left. These remaining pairs continued the conflict until but one pair remained. JI watched these as they began building their nest at once. I had supposed that the partition be- tween the rooms was so made that the birds could not pass from room to room without coming outside, but in this I was mistaken, as they would enter one door and come out of the other while at work. On finishing their nest they closed up one door completely with mud, straw, &c. This satisfied me that where the partitions between the different rooms are not completely closed, only one pair of birds will occupy one bird-house. In a few days the Swallows were sitting ; but one morning they were surprised by a swarm of Black Martins, who seemed determined to drive out the occupants; but the Swallows were game to the last, and finally held possession, while the Martins, perched upon the surrounding buildings, chattered over their defeat. As Mar- tins were what I wanted, I put up a six-room bird-house down in the garden. It was hardly up before it was known to all the Martins in town, who came flocking to view the premises, and seemed generally satisfied. My neighbor Burt, just over the fence, as he stood leaning on his hoe, watching me, told me that he thought I had them. I thought so too, hopefully watching and expecting to see them busy carrying housekeeping material ; but not a thing would they carry, but kept up a continuous clatter, and from early dawn till dark we all enjoyed their social songs. All at once away they went. They had hardly left before a pair of common Brown Wrens quietly took possession and, without any ceremony, began building a nest. It took about four days to finish, and I suppose they had begun to lay, but, like the Swallows, they too had an assault from the Martins (two pairs of them). I expected, of course, to see the Wrens eaten up, but they cleaned out the Martins in less than fifteen minutes. So my Martins were gone again; but, in about half an hour, back they came, flanked by six pairs more (now eight pairs in all), and with one swoop down they come on those poor Wrens, as I supposed ; but they did not need one bit of sympathy from any one, for they so completely routed the whole army of Martins that they reminded me of Don Quixote when he assaulted the windmill; and notwithstanding my repeated loss of the Martins, I will say right here that I believe that the little Brown Wren will whip more pounds of bird of any kind than it weighs grains. But to my subject. After the Mar- tins had gone again the Bluebirds took up their abode in part of the house occupied by the Wrens. They had soon completely finished their nests and-were hatching when they too had a visit from the Martins, but, as usual, our old friends were defeated, and they sat gossiping about it all around on the housetops. 234 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. By this time I began to mistrust that the Black Martin would not build a nest for itself so long as it can find one ready-made. I believe that is just why they always came the second time, about when they expected to find a finished nest. It seemed just so to me. Of course the material composing a Swallow’s, Bluebird’s, or Wren’s nest would not be sufficient for a Muartin’s nest, but it would go some way in building it. Maybe I suspect them unjustly. But I was determined to have some Martins, if it took all sum- mer, so I built a large house expressly for them on the roof of my poultry-house. It contains thirty-two rooms about eight by ten inches, three stories high, twelve inches to ceiling in each story. While we were building the same Martins flew around us, inspecting the work, and frequently came so near that we might have caught them. The finish- ing and painting took so long that they finally left before the job was completed, as none of them took up their abode with us, but often during the summer they would circle about for hours, frequently flying in and out, and after a social chat fly away to their eaves and cornices about town, where they were forced by the lateness of the season to make their nests. When they return this spring I can accommodate forty to fifty pairs, and when the rooms are all taken I will build more for them. In a few days I shall furnish each room with a few handfulls of soft hay made to imitate nests, to attract them. ‘Their beautiful blue-black and glossy plumage, together with their almost clamorous sociability, causes me in a very great measure to forget that they may be a little inclined to aristocracy, so far as labor is concerned. Let them all come; they shall find food und protection. The Sparrows may feed with the Cochins, Brahmas, Plymouth Rocks, and the rest of their giant friends, undisturbed. The motherly Robin will always find plenty of strawberries early in the summer for her young, and lots of all the other luscious fruits all through the season. I remembered the birds when I planted my trees and vines, years ago, and somehow we are cheered all summer long by the different birds of our country, and do not miss what little they eat. Talk about their stealing fruit. They do not steal it; God gave it to them. I never planted a bed of flowers but that I was amply repaid for the trouble and expense by seeing the scores of little Humming Birds flock- ing there to feed, to say nothing of the pleasure we all derived from their beauty and fragrance. But pardon this my first trial of your patience. In the future, if agreeable, I may drop you an occasional line on not only birds, but all the other pets, in rotation. Yours truly, J. H. Warttine. ges The first shad taken this year in the Delaware was near Chester, and sold for five dollars. hes” The introduction of salmon into the rivers of Aus- tralia, after repeated failures, has been accomplished at last. gag~ There is a severe drought in most of the jurisdictions of Cuba, and the animals are suffering for water. Be@s- John Henry, of South Hadley Falls, accidentally shot himself in the head while hunting ducks, on Sunday, and expired soon after. kes A boy was caught stealing chestnuts near a ceme- tery. ‘“ What’s your name?’ “Tweed,” blubbered the boy. The frightened farmer dropped the boy and fled. yae~ Mr. Samuel Maxwell, of Vanceboro’ Maine, killed two bears and captured another alive, one day last week in that town, and within two miles of the settlement. hes Christian Sharpe, inventor of the Sharpe rifle, the best firearm of its day and still has no superior, died sud- denly in Vernon, Conn., on Thursday night, aged 63. ges Two malevolent dogs ate up $200 worth of mutton for John Farnum, at Lanesboro, R. I., last week, in just half an hour; to be exact, they killed 35 sheep, and wound- ed half a dozen more. Rae” A boy named James Wright was accidentally killed at Seabrook, in a gunning float, recently, by J. Rowe. Wright was sculling the float, and Rowe’s gunlock caught on a seat as he raised the weapon, and both barrels were discharged in the back of Wright’s head. je@g~ A young man was carrying a goose at a dinner table one day, when, by an awkward move, he knocked it into the lap of a lady who was sitting opposite, in the glory of a green satin dress. Instead of showing his verdancy by pro- fuse apologies and a confused manner, he simply said ; “ T’Il trouble you for that goose, Miss!’’ Can the annals of society furnish an example of self-possession more sublime? es (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE BUCKS COUNTY POULTRY ASSOCIATION. AT the last meeting of the executive committee it was decided that the next annual exhibition should be held on the 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th of December, 1874. Already we have the most promising indications that our next fair will be the largest ever held in the State. The president has named a committee to obtain special premiums. We intend to make the specials one of our grand points. The North Pennsylvania Railroad which terminates at Doyles- town, will issue excursion tickets from Philadelphia and other points. Bucks county is fairly awake on the poultry question. At the next exhibition the members of the asso- ciation living in the county will exhibit fine specimens of the following breeds of fowl: Silver Pencilled, Silver Span- gled, Golden Spangled, und Black Hamburgs; White, Brown, Black, and Dominique Leghorns; Black Breasted Red, Duckwing, Irish Grey, and Earl Derby Games; Crev- eceeurs, Houdans, and Japan Silkies; Light and Dark Brah- mas; Buff and Partridge Cochins; Plymouth Rocks and Dominiques; Golden Sebright, Black Red Game, Duck- wing Game, Black African, and Japan Bantams. All the breeds above named, are bred by members of the Association from the best stock procurable, so you see, Mr. Editor, we will have something to show visitors at our next fair. Respectfully, W. T. Rogers. DoyYLEstown, Pa. + a0 o e POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8, 9,10, and 11. Theo P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Connecticut State Poultry Society: Hartford, Conn., De- cember 16, 17, 18, and 19. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, Sec’y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 235, Exchange Golwm. 4@5- ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINES, OR ForTy- Eraur WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WILL EXCHANGE the following for anything reasonable— Theological and Philological Books preferred, or $15 per pair: One pair Black Cochins, 1st premium at Buffalo, 1873; one pair Black Cochins, 2d premium at Philadelphia, 1874. GEORGE ©, ATHOLE, 152d Street, New York. FOR EXCHANGE —A Set of 18 karat Etruscan Gold Jewelry, Garnet settings—Brooch, Ear-rings, and Casket—cost $30, for Dark Brahma Hens or Pullets. Must be large, well-marked birds, fit for exhi- bition. Address R. Y. FAIRSERVICE, East Newark, N. J. TO EXCHANGE —An extra fine trio of W. F. B. Spanish for B. B. R. Game Pullets or a $5 bill; also, four very fine Buff Cochin Pullets for tbree B. B. R. G. Bantam Pullets. A few Eggs of the different varictics to exchange. W.S. RIGDON, Cuba, N. Y. I WILL EXCHANGE one pair of Black Red Games or Partridge Cochin Fowls for Pouters, Fantails, or Tumbler Pigeons, or Brown Leg- horn Fowls. Address A. R. MARTIN, P. O. Box 1384, Binghampton, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE —Black and Tan Terrier Slut (weighs five pounds) for either a Greyhound or Deerhound Pup, Fancy Poultry, or Cash. EDSON G. LEWIS, Marengo, Illinois. WANTED-—In exchange for one pair or trio of nice Partridge Cochins, Silver Duckwing Game Bantam Hens. Address S. P. HALLECK, Oriskany, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE —Dark Brahmas or White Leghorns, or Eggs from sixteen varieties of land and water fowls, for Black Cayuga Ducks or White Cochins. W.E. STITT, Columbus, Wis. FANCY PIGEONS.—Wanted, first-class - Colored Fantails, Eng- lish and African White Owls, Yellow Balls, and Beards, in exchange for other varieties. Address, with particulars, W. ATLEE BURPEE, 1332 Arch Street, Philadelphia. WILL EXCHANGE—Two trios Sicilian Fowls and ten Black Spanish Hens for ancy Pigeons or cash. Address D. FRANK ELLIS, Cambridge, Mass. FOR SALE. One pair SPANISH RUNTS (breeders), price $40. Pair BLACK NUNS, $10. Pair BLACK-WINGED TURBITS, $10. Pair MAGPIES, Red Cock and Yellow Hen, Smooth Heads, $8. Also, other FINI: PIGEONS. : WANTED—BLACK SPOT PIGEONS. kh. KIRBY, 14 Murray Street, N. Y. GOLDEN SPANGLED and White-crested Black Polish, from noted prize strains. Mggs, $3 for 13. Choice birds. J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. PONY WANTED—About 14 hands, suitable for a lady to ride or drive. Give full description, with price. Address Lady, care of JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. PLYMOUTH ROCKS A SPECIALTY.—1I am breeding two yards of this celebrated fowl. Yard No. 1 is composed of a cockerel that weighed 11/4 pounds at 10 months old, mated with six hens equally fine. Eggs, $5 per dozen. Yard No. 2 is composed of a cockerel that weighed 9 pounds at same age. Eggs, $3 per per dozen. Eggs from the following, which I farm out: Dark and Light Brahmas, Buff and Part- ridge Cochins (E. C. Corney’s stock), $3 per dozen, carefully packed, and warranted as represented or money refunded. C. C. CORBETT, Norwich, Conn. EXTRA FINE WHITE LEGHORNS, Silver-gray Dorkings, and B. B. Red Games.—$2 for 13 Eggs. Order early. J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. 100 COMMON AND ANGORA RABBITS—Also choice Rouen Duck Eggs, Fancy Pigeons, &c. JOHN THOMPSON, Jr., Shoemakertown, Pa. EGGS, PER SITTING—Ginger Red Game, Cryer strain, #4; White-faced Spanish, Cryer strain, $3; Penciled Silver Hamburg, Cryer strain, $2. Trios, pairs, or single birds of the above for sale, at Grange Yards, Duffields, West Virginia, by V. M. FIROR. WANTED—An EXPERIENCED GARDENER. Married man with- out children preferred. To one who understands the breeding and care of fancy poultry extra inducements will be offered. I would be glad to open a correspondence with any one that thoroughly understands the poultry and fancy pigeon business, with a view of an interest. I have as good stock as the country affords. Location unexceptionable. Address A. H. WEST, 139 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, Mich. TO EXCHANGE.—A Black and White Fox Hound Pup (male), 9 months old, tor Butf Cochins. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa. I WILL EXCHANGE an extra fine Aylesbury Drake for first- class Black African Bantam Hens, or will buy Hens. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE ADVERTISING in the “Northwestern Poultry Journal,” at regular cash rates, for trios of pure, well-marked Brown or Black Leghorns, Black or Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Domi- niques, or Plymouth Rocks. The expressage to be PREPAID, and both expressage and a fair cash price for the fowls to be paid for in advertis- ing asabove. This offer for thirty days from March 5th. Address T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. SHADE TREES WANTED in exchange for Dark Brahmas, or Fancy Pigeons. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. BULL DOG, extra fine, and a good watchdog—will exchange for any other property except dogs. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE Light Brahmas, Williams’ stock, for White Leghorns or Red Game Bantams, from any reliable strain. _ W. FRANK BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. WANTED.—To exchange two good Plymouth Rock Cockerels, for two large and fine Pullets or yearling Hens of same breed V. C. GILMAN, Highland Farm, Nashua, N. H. WANTED.— One trio Brown Leghorns; must be fine in all respects ; for which I will exchange Eggs from Partridge Cochins and White Leg- horns, the finest in this part of the country. Send for Circular. Address J. H. McKINNEY, Ithaca, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE one trio handsome Blue Red Games, one trio Dark Brahmas, one pair Silver Duckwing Games, one Yellow Duck- wing Stag, for Buff Cochins or Black Red Game Hens or Pullets. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE two superior Red Barb Hens and a nearly perfect Yellow Swallow Cock for one Smooth-head Yellow Magpie Cock and Blue-capped Magpie Cock. Must be first-class birds. Address MITCHELL & CARRVER, P. O. Box 7. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Dark Brahma and Buff, White, and Partridge Cochin, $3 per sitting; White Leghorn, Houdan, Plymouth Rock, and S. S. Poland, $2; al 8. 8. Hamburg, $2.50 per sitting. All from first-class and premium stock. E, A. PECKHAM, Danielsonyille, Conn, EGGS, from very choice coops of Plymouth Rocks, Dominiques, Hou- dans, and Polands, $8 for 13. J.F, FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. BROWN LEGHORN EGGS, from 1st premium fowls, fine pen- cilings and pure white ear-lobes, $3 per sitting. Plymouth Rock Nggs, 1st premium, $3 per sitting. Black Russian Eggs, premium stock, $2 per sitting. A discount made when two or more sittings are taken, A. N. RAUB, Lock Haven, Pa. EGGS FROM CHOICE FOWLS.—1 offer a few dozen Eggs from pure-bred White Leghorns (J. Boardman Smith’s stock) and Light Brahmas (P. Williams’ stock). Price, $2 per sitting. H.S. WILLIS, Warner, Merrimack Co., N. H. THOROUGH-BRED POULTRY.—The subscriber offers Eggs from Light Brahmas, Buff and White Cochins, Brown Leghorns, and Plymouth Rocks, at $3 per sitting. The above fowls have received the leading premiums at first-class shows, thus characterizing them as birds of the highest merit. MARK PITMAN, North Beverly, and 22 School St., Boston, Mass. LIGHT BRAHMAS for sale cheap, from P. Williams and Crosby strains; also, one Brown-breasted Red Game Stag. GEORGE STRAYER, Lock Haven, Pa. EGGS, EGGS, EGGS.—I am prepared to furnish Eggs from my White Leghorns which took first and fourth prizes at the N. E. Show, at Worcester, in January; also first at Providence, in March. Eggs packed in the best of shape for $3 per dozen. JOSEPH DART, Oxford, Mass. HIGH BLOOD! PURE BLOOD !—Choice Land and Water Fowls, and Pet Stock in variety, bred by ALLEN H. FITCH, Jr., Wol- cott, Wayne County, N. Y., who begs to inform his numerous patrons that he has purchased the entire stock of William P. Colvin, and is now prepared to furnish Eggs of the following breeds of pure-bred poultry, at live and let live prices, viz.: Light Brahma, $2 per dozen; Buff Cochin, $2; Partridge Cochin, $2; Brown Leghorn, $3; White Leghorn, $2; Friz- zles, $2.50; 5. S. Polish, $2; Rumpless, $2; B. R. Game Bantams, $3; White China Geese, $6; Aylesbury Ducks, $3; Bronze Turkeys, $4; Large Black Turkeys, $3. No charge for boxing and packing. 25 per cent. off where two dozen or more are sent in one order. PLYMOUTH ROCKS A SPECIALTY.—E£ggs for hatching at $2 per sitting. This season my birds have won— = 1st premium on Fowls at Youngstown, Ohio. 1st premium on Chicks at Youngstown, Ohio. 1st premium at Myricks, Mass. 1st premium at Taunton, Mass. 1st premium on Fowls at Pittsburgh, Pa. 2d premium on Fowls at Boston, Mass. 2d premium on Chicks at Boston, Mass. I have purchased the P. R. Cockerel that won 1st premium at the New England Fair, held at Worcester, Mass,, which weighed 11 pounds when seven months old. For circular, address, with stamp, E. R. HAYWARD, Easton, Mass. GRAY DORKINGS.—Two trios, at $10 per trio; also, one cock and four hens for $15. These are good birds, and very cheap. Address Dorking, care of this office, 236 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. BROWN LEGHORNS, BRED FROM STOCK IMPORTED PER BARK ASA FITCH. EGGS, Carefully packed, at $3 per dozen. J. B. VANDERWATER, Box 960, Middletown, Conn. LIGHT BRAHMAS-—Buwzell’s, Felch’s, and Williams’ strains. Eggs, $2 per 18, Three yards. Orders filledpromptly. J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. SILVER PENCILED HAMBURGS “are handsome fowl and the greatest layers known.” I will sell a few Wggs from perfectly marked birds, imported stock, at $4 per sitting (18). Carefully packed. S. R. KINGSLAND, Glen Cove, L. I. WRIGHT'S ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF POULTRY at 15 per cent. discount.—I will fill orders for this standard work until June ist at $12.75 for the 25 numbers bound, or $10.75 for the 25 numbers un- bound. Will send the book within five days of time of receiving the money. Address C.K. WOODBURY, East Hampton, Mass. ITALIAN GREYHOUNDS, and COACH DOGS.—A pair of each for sale; fine dogs. Also, a lot of first-class singing Canaries, and bright metal cages. J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARDS. Specialties for 1874, Brown Leghorns, Crevecceurs, and Silkies, Equal to any in America, EGGS IN SEASON. Send two green stamps for Illustrated Cine ul an yee A.M. HALSTED, ~ seas Box 23, Rye, N.Y. BANTAMS.—14 varicties. 26 premiums at Massachusetts Exhibi- tion, 1874. W. B. ATKINSON, Box 530, Boston, Mass. PARTRIDGE COCHINS and WHITE LEGHORNS.—A fine lot of pure-bred Fowls of above varieties to dispose of. Prices ac- cording to quality. All pure-bred birds. J. C. LONG, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. FOR SALE.—One Partridge Cochin Hen, Pea-Comb, imported from H. Beldon, Mngland. Price, $10. Also, First Prize B. Spanish Cock, at Guelph, Canada, $10, and four Duck-Wing Game Bantam Cockerels, at $3 each. DUNCAN McR. KAY, Galt, Ontario, Canada. HOMING ANTWERPS, OWLS AND SOLID TURBITS. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa, Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. FANCY PIGEONS, Owls, Turbits, Jacobins, Magpies, Nuns, Tumblers, Plain and Starling Quakers, all fine birds. I want White and Blue Jacobins. Address, with stamp, D. FRANK ELLIS, Cambridge, Mass. HW. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. HAMBURGS.—At the N. H. Exhibition I was awarded the Special Premium for best collection of Hamburgs, comprising: GOLDEN PEN- CILED of my own importation, from Henry Beldon’s yards. The cock “John Bull” won first at two shows in England, and first and special at Buffalo, N. Y. Also, I was awarded first and special for best hen at Buf- falo, and in trio have won at Massachusetts, first on Fowls and first on Chicks; at Rhode Island, first on Fowls; at N. H., first on Fowls and first on Chicks, and special for best Fowls and Chicks; at Nashua, first on Fowls and first on Chicks. Eggs, $10 per dozen. SILVER PENCILED,— Received from Henry Beldon, March 27th, per “ Republic,” a trio of extra fine Silver Penciled, fully equal to my Golden Penciled; as good as any in America. A few dozen Eggs will be sold for $10 perdozen. GOLDEN SPANGLED, Ongley’s strain. Won at N.E., third; at N. H., first and special for best trio; at Nashua, first. Eggs, $5 per dozen. Trio, $25. BLACK, from Cutter’s and Shedd’s stocks. Won first at N. H. and first at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. Trio, $15. SILVER.—Won third at N. E., second at N. H., first and second at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. I can also furnish fresh eggs from other first premium varieties, at the annexed prices: Light and Dark Brahmas, White and Buff Cochins, White Leghorns, Dominiques, each, $8 per dozen; Houdans, Black Spanish, $2.50; Bronze Turkeys, $5; Black-breasted Red, Blue Red, Red Pyle, and White Georgian Game, $5. Everything warranted as represented. Cash must accompany orders, Nothing C. O. D. ANDREW J. TUCK, Box 602, Nashua, N. H. EDGEWORTH POULTRY YARDS.—E£ggs for Hatching: Dark Brahmas’: Steel Gray hens mated with my selected imported cock- erel “Wragg,” at $5 per 13. Light Brahmas’: extra selected hens mated with very choice cockerel, at $3 per sitting of 13. R. F. SHANNON, P. O. Box 568, Pittsburgh, Pa. SEND STAMP for my elegant NEW DESCRIPTIVE CIRCULAR AND PRICE LIS?! OF FANCY FOWLS AND PIGEONS. Address W. T. ROGERS, Box 137, Doylestown, Pa. MOLINE POULTRY YARDS, MOLINE, ILL. S. C. WHEE- LOCK & CO., Proprietors, Breeders of Asiatics and French Fowls, Eggs in season from first-class stock. Have for sale a few trios of Dark Brah- mas and Buff Cochins, not strictly first-class birds. Price, $6 per trio. Also, 4 White Cochin Hens and Cock, Warner and Williams’ strain. Price; $25. Send for Price List. FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.—A splendid pair of French, pure white Poodle Dogs, male and female, seven mouths old, as nice as can be found, for Dark Brahma Chicks; must be first-class birds in every re- spect. Address G. DILLENBERGER, 69 Clifford St., Providence, R. I. EGGS from my PRIZE-TAKING Fowls, at $5 per doz. Golden-Pen- cilled, and Black Hamburgs, Black Spanish, and Black B. Red Games, and Duck-Wing Game Bantams. All orders booked in rotation, and for- warded when desired. Address DUNCAN McR. KAY, Galt, Ontario, Canada. FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.—A pleasant suburban Resi- dence, 5 miles out from North Peun Depot, west side, and adjoining Oak Lane Station; consisting of French Roof, Pointed Stone House (nearly new) of 10 rooms, and large Frame Stable, and Carriage House, and other out buildings, with about 114 acres of excellent land, in a healthy and pleasant neighborhood. Would sell or exchange for city property of a less value, one-third cash, Price, $12,000. JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia. The above is part of the Oak Lane Poultry Yard property. R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del.—I now offer for sale Eggs trom the following varieties of Fowls, being fowls that took first premiums of all the varieties mentioned, namely: Whité Cochins, White Polish, Golden and Silver-spangled Polish, and White Crest Black Polish, Golden and Silver-spangled Hamburgs, and Brown Leghorns. A few pairs or trios of fine Fowls for sale at reasonable rates. Also, very choice Pigeons of 65 varieties. Blood will tell. 31 first premiums, 13 second, and 4 specials, at Buffalo, N. Y.; 25 first, 12 second, and 6 specials, at Pennsylvania Exhibition at Philadelphia. Send a green stamp, stating what you want. PURE BRED STOCK, AND WHERE TO GET THEM! RIVi#RSIDE STOCK AND POULTRY YARDS, WM. WRIGHT, anp 8S. BUTTERFIELD, Proprietors. We shall sell a limited number of sittings of Eggs, at $5 per sitting, from Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins. Our Light Brah- mas are Williams’ strain, pure. Yard No. 1—Cock Young Alexis, is mated with six prize Hens, all standard birds, and winners at Detroit and Buffalo Show. Yard No.2—Cock Duke of Essex is also mated with standard birds among them are the winners of ist, at Detroit, for Chicks of 1873. Yar No. 3—Dark Brahmas; are our own direct importation of 1873, and are first-class birds of high merit. and we can safely recommend them to the fancier. Yard No, 4—Buff Cochins, imported froin England, from Rey. Mr. Brooks’ and Taylor’s strains, and selected by our Mr. B. for breeding pur- poses. Yard No.5—Imported Partridge Cochins; are standard birds, and mated with great care for breeding. We also make the importing and breeding of Lincoln and Cotswold Sheep, Suffolk, Essex, and Berkshire Pigs a specialty. Mr. S. Butterfield being personally acquainted with all the leading breeders in England, will leave on or about the middle of June to make a selection from the best pens of premium birds at the various shows in 1874. Any orders entrusted to him will be executed according to instructions, on commission or otherwise. . All communica- tions addressed with stamp, to WM. WRIGHT, Griswold St., Detroit, Mich., Or Riverside Stock Farm, Sandwich, Ontario, Canada. J. ¥Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Eggs from the same fowls that he breeds his Prize Brrps from. He has aa many years of experience in packing ead shipping Eggs, and _per- sonally attends to it in every instance, Price List and Practical Hints WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, Siper dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. free. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P, 0, Box 28, North Haven, Conn. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 237 “ORDER FROM HEADQUARTERS.” THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, ISSUED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Price, $1 per Copy. And at WHOLESALE can only be supplied by the Undersigned, ‘And in Lots not less than 100, AT THE LOWEST RATES. Don’t fail to order from me EDMUND S. RALPH, Secretary of the American Poultry Association, Buffalo, New York. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY.—Joseph M. Brooks, Columbus, Indiana, can furnish Eggs from choice heavy hens at $5 per 13, 26 for $9. Well packed in cushioned-bottomed boxes. Fowls in fall that STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. Ag- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE =a AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. Address WHITE LEGHORNS AND S.S. HAMBURGS—A few trios pure bred birds of above varieties now on hand, price, $9.00 to $15.00 per trio. J.C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. ANGORA RABBITS AND GUINEA PIGS, two and three months old, now ready for delivery. Price, $3.00 and $4.00 per pair. J. C. LONG, Jr., 89 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. BARBS.—Inside and Outside Tumblers. I havea these birds now on hand. Prices according to quality. great variety of will “speak for themselves,” at $10 per pair. Price List of Italian Bees J.C. LONG, Jr., and Queens free. 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY, —A few pairs of superior Black and EGGS! €.0.D. and Red Carrier Pigeons fur sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. CANADA. EGGS FROM IMPORTED ENGLISH BIRDS. First prize and cup winners in England. Several first and specials at Detroit, Mich., and Buffalo, N. Y., this winter. Also first at all our large shows in Canada. Eggs low. List of prices free. Also, a few grand English and home-bred Birds to part with low. H. M. THOMAS, Brooklin, Ontario, Canada. BROWN LEGHORNS.—Four very fine Cockerels, suitable for breeding in any yard. Address ANCE . R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del. HAMBURGS and BANTAMS.—Eggs from Imported Golden and Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Golden and Silver Sebright Bantams, #4 er doz. A few trios of Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of G.S. antams at $8 to $12. Also, FANCY PIGEONS. GEO. F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. PLYMOUTH ROCKS A SPECIALTY. Eggs from my first-prize birds at Butfalo, Boston, and Portland, at $5 per doz. Address A. H. DRAKE, Stoughton, Mass. EBEN P. DAY, HAZLETON, LUZERNE CO., PA., Dealer in Fancy Poultry and Pigeons, Angora, Lop-Eared, Himalayan Rabbits, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, Pea-Fowls, &c. PARTRIDGE COCHINS, Dark Brahmas, Plymouth Rocks.— Stock as good as the best. $8 for 13 Eggs. Write. J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn, LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. END TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” = Eggs $6 per dozen. = WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. (From our own importations.) Address This yard has bred more winners than any other yard in this country. : Estate of H. H. G. Sharpless. James Brennan, Manager. - Eggs $6 per dozen. Address : CHAS. L. SHARPLESS, Shoemakertown, Pa. EGGS FOR HATCHING from all the desirable breeds of Fowls, furnished on short notice, from the best stock in this section. PIGEONS in great variety, constantly on hand. Send for Catalogue. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowis, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. FRANK FITCH, CLYDE, N. Y., Breeder of Pure Bred Poultry and Berkshire Pigs, from imported stock. Eggs for hatching in season. Catalogue and package Mammoth Corn free, for stamp. 435- Choice Seed Potatoes also for sale. MONTVUE POULTRY YARDS. PARTRIDGE COCHINS, DARK BRAHMAS, WHITE LEGHORNS, HOUDANS, W. F. BLACK SPANISH STANDARD STOCK. EGGS FOR SALE. FOWLS FOR SALE AFTER SEPT. Ist, 1874, Write for what is wanted. Address G. O. BROWN, Montvue Poultry Yards, Brooklandville, Md. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W.E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. * BRAHMA FOWL.”—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. paid, on receipt of $2.50. N. Y., will send Eggs for EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. W. E. STITT, COLUMBUS, WIS—Breeder of Dark and Light Brahmas; Buff, Partridge, and White Cochins; Houdans, Hamburgs, Brown ‘and White Leghorns; Black Red Games; Sebright and Game Bantams; Rouen, Aylesbury and Cayuga Ducks and Bronze Turkeys; Fancy Pigeons in variety. First-class fowls for sale at reasonable prices. Eggs for hatching packed by the most successful method. Send stamp for new illustrated catalogue and price list. Address as above. J. ¥. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida County, N. Y. Circular containing a few practical hints, and Price List of Fowls and Eggs, FREE. ee G. M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. JOHN RUMBOLD, FOWLING CREEK, MD.—Light Brahmas and W. F. B. Spanish Eggs, $2 per 13. W. Leghorn and Buff Cochins, $3 per 13. The location of these yards especially recommend them to South- ern buyers. Send your orders early. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—1 will forward EGGS from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, for hatching at $2 for 13: Light | and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B, R. Game Bantams. Silt 4 Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &c. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. EGGS FOR HATCHING from Superior Light and Dark Brah- mas. Also, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, at $2 per doz. Address H. H. TSHUDY, Litiz, Pa. BLACK HAMBURGS.—a< few sittings of Eggs, $4. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported dire er doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $3 per doz. antam Eggs $3 per doz. after Sept. 1st. from Italy. Eggs, $5 Black-Breasted Red Game All Inported or Prize birds. Young Fowls S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. 288 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. (— After six years of im- eh O Wi NieGHe GaEMONG NOS trcsrentedt any roate: ful breeding and study, I this year, for the first time, present my stock, and feel that they will greatly improve whatever flock or strain they may be added to. Their qualities for early market and profitable egg- producers are familiar to all, : Be K Jf JB (—As I was the first to import into the United 4 . States the now famous Dark Brahmas, I have pleasure in again being the first to import the Bakies; they are very rare and choice in England; are in shape exactly like the Creepers that are now so often referred to by farmers as being the most profitable fowl they can remember; the Bakies are a black body, dark very short legs, comb and white ear-lobe like Brown Leghorns, and as they cannot do the mischief at large same as most fowls, present altogether a very de- sirable, handsome, profitable fowl. Imported by steamship Batavia, Liy- erpool to Boston, March, 1874. C. CARROLL LORING, Boston or Dedham, Mass. NATIONAL AND JOURNAL PRINTING CO. Every poultry breeder or fancier should send ten cents for a specimen copy of this new illustrated 20 page poultry monthly, before subscribing for any other. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Editor Poultry Journal. Minneapolis, Minn. WALNUT HILL POULTRY YARD.—All orders received for Eggs from my fine Buff Cochins and Dark Brahmas, at the following price, $3 per dozen. ‘“T use the Cushion Bottom Packing Box.” Address P. NEATHER, No. 9 West Fifth St., Cincinnati, O. TRUMPETERS of all colors, and markings, from $3 to $40 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. - SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS.—One or two good trios at reasonable prices. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. MOCKING-BIRD TO EXCHANGE for Brown Leghorn Pul- lets. Also, 20,000 live Trout for sale. Eggs—Light Brahmas, Houdans, White Cochins, $1.50 per doz. Live Mink for Breeding. Partner wanted. SPRING GROVE TROUT WORKS, Ossipee, N. H. HH. N. WHEELER, Mystic River, Conn., Breeder of pure Brown Leghorns from the old Mystic River Stock, imported by Capt. Isaac Gates, Iggs, $3 per dozen. Orders taken now. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, - $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 8.00 of White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 Ly Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 “ Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.0.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. EGGS FOR SALE.—$3 for 13, delivered at Express office, from pure bred Pea-Comb Light Brahmas, from Philander Williams’ stock; Dark Brahmas, and Buff Partridye Cochins from Todd’s stock ; Gold and Silver- Spangled Hamburgs from imported stock. Also, FERRITTS for sale from late importations. FOWLS FOR SALE SEPT. Ist, 1874. Address WM. G. BAKER, Norwalk, Huron Co., Ohio. AYLESBURY DUCKS EGGS—Mrs. Wm. Taylor, Riverside, Burlington Co., N. J., can spare a few sittings of Eggs at #4 per sitting, carefully packed. THE * POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Eggs from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards. Send for new illustrated circular. Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. T. 0. WARDWELL, BREEDER OF SUPERIOR DARK BRAHMAS, PARTRIDGE COCHINS & BANTAMS. At the Show held in Boston, February, 1874, my stock were awarded the following premiums: First Prize on Dark Brahma Chickens, Fourth “ce “ “ “ Second ‘“ S Kirst“ First “ “ “ “ Partridge Cochin Silver Sebright Bantam Chickens. Fowls. Ieggs carefully packed at $5.00 a setting. Address T. O. WARDWELL, NORTH ANDOVER, ESSEX CO., MASS. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. Eggs now ready for delivery from very choice stock, at $3.00 per dozen, packed and delivered at the express office. Also a few fowls at reasonable prices. All orders must be accompanied with the cash. Address with stamp T. F. LAMB, 32 HUM- PHREY Street, NEW HAVEN, Conn. E. S. STARR, 882 Elk Street, Buffalo, N. Y., Breeder of Light Brahmas (Felch and Autocrat Strains), Partridge Cochins, and Brown Leghorns, carefully selected from the best strains in the country. Black B. R. Game Bantams from Crosby’s first premium stock. Can spare afew eggs from the above varieties, from same pens I breed from for myself, at $5 per setting of 13, carefully packed and delivered to Express Co. All cash orders promptly filled in rotation, or money returned. A large lot on h and alway Ss. DR. A. M. DICKIE, DOYLESTOWN, PA., BREEDER OF PURE-BRED POULTRY. WHITE LEGHORNS, PLYMOUTH ROCKS, Send stamp for Cireular and Price List. BLACK HAMBURGS, &e, RED JACOBINS.—One pair, $3; three pair, $4; two pair, $5; one pair, #6; one pair, $8. CHAS. D. PARKER, Rll 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. WING TURBITS.—1I have Red, Yellow, Black, Dun, Blue, and Silver, at $83, M4, #5, $6, $8, $10, $12, $15 per pair. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. HELMETS.—Red, black, and yellow at $2 per pair. prettiest and cheapest of all the fancy stock. CHAS. D. PARKER, 680 Saratoga St., Baltimore, Md. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Light Brahmas from the following eus: Duke of Grand Street, weight 15 pounds; Hen’s weight 11 and 12 bs. each. Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. Eggs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stock, Eggs, $5.10 per dozen. White Crested White Polands, White Crested Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stock, carefully selected by myself at the yarious Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.O.D. All orders filled in rotation. EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. They are the W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. A FEW TRIOS or single birds of GOLDEN SPANGLED and GOLDEN and SLLVER PENCILED HAMBURGS and eggs for sale by F. TAYLOR, OAKDALE, Delaware Co., Pa. Y AYLESBURY AND ROUEN DUCK EGGS, from very large birds, fresh laid and carefully packed. J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Buif Cochins. Black Red Game Bantams. Golden Sebrights. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, $4. Bronze Turkeys, #5. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury Ducks, $3. At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1878, I was awarded first pre- mium aud two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark Brahmas, second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze Turkeys. LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY.—Have spared no pains during the past season, to improve my premium stock. EGGS from Brown and White pens, $3 per doz. Fowls second to nove. Terms, C.O.D. Address W. A. CARLETON, Rallstone Nat’] Bank, Fitchburg, Mass. PARTRIDGE COCHIN EGGS FOR HATCHING, FROM aS PREMIUM STOCK, AN BRED FROM THE BEST STRAINS IN THE COUNTRY. THREE DOLLARS PER SETTING. S. 0. CHASE, Killingly, Conn FOWLS, EGGS, PIGEONS, SONG BIRDS AND RABBITS. Send for Price List to LITTLEMAN, Springfield, Ohio. CREVECGURS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for hatch- ing, from my premium birds, $8 per doz., carefully packed. No Cireulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire St., P.O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. LOOK FOR CASH !—You can get any leading Journal or Paper, weekly or monthly, at club rates, with choice family groceries at T. D. ADAMS, AGENT. Store between Tenth and Eleventh Streets. Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. Eggs from any named fowl, from $1 to $6 per dozen. READ THIS.—For want of room I will dispose of, at low rates, 5 pairs Partridge Cochins, 5 pairs Buff Cochins, 2 pairs Light Brahmas, 3 pairs Dark Brahmas, 2 Light Brahma Cockerels, 4 Dark Brahma Cockerels, 2 Buff Cockerels. EGGS for sale; Dark Brahma, Partridge, and Butt Cochins—all first-class strains. DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn. EGGS FOR SALE.—From all the principal. varieties of Fowls, especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 239 CHESTNUT GROVE ST Oe kK HAR M EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, Yrom his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings _ of Eggs and trios of fowls at reasonable prices. ALSO, DARK BRAHMAS OF HERSTINE’S STOCK, BUFF AND PARTRIDGE COCHINS OF T. S. COOPER'S STOCK. Light Brahma EGGS, $5; Dark Brahmas, $5; Partridge Cochins, $5; Buff Cochins, $3; Silver- Spangled Hamburgs, $3. Blooded Horses and Alderney Cattle. T. L. McKEEN. FOWLS AND EGGS.—I can furnish now a few trios of Light Brahmas, Dark Brahmas, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Bilversspansled. Polands, Gray and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, White Leghorns, Gold Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of transporting eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 in premiums the past Fatt. Send me two 38 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Poultry, worth dollars to a beginner, Will ex- change Nursery Stock for standard pure bred Poultry. For information and PricE List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills WHITE COCHINS, LIGHT BRAHMAS, WHITE LEG- HORN, RED PILE GAME. I have some very fine White Cochins, equal to any in the country, with Chicks and Fowls at reasonable prices. Also, Light Brahmas, White Leghorn, Red Pile Game. Address GEO. A. MEACHAM, North Cambridge, Mass. WM. H. CHURCHMAN, CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, IS NOW BREEDING ONLY LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. - As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply EGGS FOR HATCHING, WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. JOHN P. BUZZELLUL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. EGGS FOR SALE.—I am now booking orders for Eggs, delivered any time after February 15th, from my first-prize pedigree stock of Light Brahmas (Cock Recherche, mated with P. Williams’ and Felch Hens), at #6 per dozen. Dominique Eggs, $3 per dozen. Black African Bantam Eggs, $2 per dozen. Aylesbury Duck Eggs, $6 per dozen. All of which are first-class first Prize Stock. Eggs packed with care in patent boxes. Two fine Aylesbury Drakes for sale, direct from imported stock. C. B. ELBEN, Pittsburgh, Pa. _ POULTRY.—Poultry breeders, fanciers, farmers and everybody in- terested in keeping fowls for pleasure or profit, should subscribe at once for the NORTHWESTERN POULTRY JOURNAL, a large, new, three- eolumn, splendidly illustrated monthly, published in Minneapolis. The only poultry paper west of Illinois, the largest west of Connecticut, and the SOLE ORGAN of fanciers for the great Northwest. ONLY $1.00 PER YEAR, with new co-operative features, giving large benefits to all sub- scribers. Specimen copy 10 cents, postpaid. Agents wanted. Address T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn, WRITE TO J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn., mention Manciers’ Journal, and receive his elegant new Illustrated Circular by return mail. HAVING PURCHASED the W.F. Black Spanish Cock “Second Premium” (Boston, Jan., 1874, shown by C. & F. Spring), and mated him with very fine hens, I will sell a few Eggs at $3 per 13. J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. EGGS from 1st Premium Brown Leghorns, at $3.00 per sitting. A. N. RAUB, Lock Haven, Pa. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, Ae Ace Malet la HuRs Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. EGGS From Virst Premium BROWN LEGHORNS, AT THREE DOLLARS PER SITTING. A. N. RAUB, LOCK HAVEN, PA. Address DARK BRAHMA EGGS EARLY IN THE SEASON, FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN: JOS. M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA. PENNA. BULL DOG FOR SALE.—Extra fine, one and a half years old. White, with colored spot on the face. Free from scars, and _a_perfect specimen. Price $30. Address JOSEPH M. WADE, : No. 39 N. Ninth St., Phila., Pa. = ae TREES, AT WHOLESALE, TO CLEAR GROUND. Apple Trees, No. 1,—6 to 8 feet, per 50,97; per 100, $153; per 1000, $90 w “ good trees, 5to6 “ “ 50,95; “ mess 9G 60 Peach, very fine, trimmed already for planting. One year old, general assortment, 4 to 6 ft., $7 per 100; $55 per 1000. Good, 3to 5 ft., $5 per 100; $30 per 1000. Pear, standard, No. 1—$6 per doz. Currants, Red Dutch, $7 per 100; $50 per 1000. Blackberry, Lawton, $3 per 100; Kittatinny, 33 per 100; Wilson’s Early, $4 per 100. Irish Juniper, 3 ft., $25 per 100. Evergreens, very fine—American Arborvite, 214 ft., $12 per 100, Siberian, 214 ft., $20 per 100. Hovey’s Golden, 214 ft.,$18 per 100. Hemlock Spruce, 10 in., $6 per 100; $50 per 1000. Norway Spruce, 2 ft., $18 per 100; 3 ft., fine, $30 per 100. Sugar Maples, 7 to 9 ft., $6 per dez. Asparagus Roots, Giant Purple-Top, $1 per 100; $4 per 1000. One year old, 75c. per 100; $3 per 1000. Philadelphia Raspberry, $3 per 100; $18 per 1000. Herstine, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Linnzeus Rhubarb Sets, $4 per 100; $30 per 1000. Strawberries—Chas. Downing and Kentucky, $1 per 100; $5 per 1000. All articles packed to carry any distance. Price List free. Address JOSIAH A. ROBERTS, Paoli, Chester Co., Pa. W. H. TODD, VERMILION, OHIO.—High-class Poultry; Asia- tics a grand specialty. Over thirty varieties of Land and Water Fowls— winners of 854 prizes at great State and Poultry Shows in three years. Fowls to spare and Eggs for Hatching. Price List free. New Catalogue, large and splendid, describing forty breeds, with large life-like cuts of all the Brahmas and Cochins, and eighteen varieties of Land and Water Fowls, giving much valuable information, for 10 cents. WHITE SWANS.—Just imported from Europe, 2nd arrived in fine condition. Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare and choice birds, to arrive in three weeks. Now booking orders. Price, $35 per pair. LEWIS RUHE, 98 Chatham St., New York. CHOICE FOWLS.—After twenty years’ experience in a private way, I have finally restocked my yards with choice Pedigree Powls. Dark Brahmas, bred by and direct: from W. H. Churchman and W H. Todd. Light Brahmas, bred by and direct from Philander Williams and I. K, Felch, and have added fresh blood to my Golden-Spangled Hamburgs, from the importer, E. S. Ongley, whose stock I keep without mixture, A limited number of Eggs from the above at $5 per doz. Send money ina safe way. Orders filled in rotation. Nothing C.O.D. WILLIAM ATWOOD, Big Flats, Chemung Co., N.Y. 240 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. No. 2—Blue Owls. $1.75. No. 3—Carriers. $7.00. No, 1—Pouters. $2.50. No, 4—Black African Bantams. $4.00. No. 7— Poland $1.25. _No. 8—Vantail, $1.50. =. Se No. 10—Lop-Eared Rabbit. $1.25. Gui No. 11—Bald- No, 12. No. 9—Light Brahma Hen, $2.50. head. $1. Beard, $1. No. 13—Buff Cochins. $4.00. FANCIERS JOURNAL 481 AND vee POULTRY EXCHANGE, PHILADELPHIA, APRIL 16, 1874. Vou. I. No. 16. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) REMINISCENCES OF THE “HEN FEVER.” BY GEO. P. BURNHAM. A friend sends me a copy of the new ‘American Standard of Excellence.”’ After a careful examination of the contents of this little work, I am not surprised at meeting with various sharp criticisms upon its merits and defects, in your columns and in other leading poultry journals. In my judgment too much is attempted in this ‘ stouaaral? HY and I clearly coincide in opinion with one of your corre- spondents, ‘‘W;” first, that ‘there was no need of this (so-called) thorough revision of the previous American Standard ;”’ secondly, that ‘the history of such theoretical standards does not offer much encouragement to the mass of fanciers and breeders ;’’ thirdly, that the utter ‘¢ worthless- ness of all standards made upon the false basis of controlling the judges in their arbitrations,” by fixed technical rules, is apparent; and finally, that the new standard, being the result of but three days’ labor, it could not, of course, be what it purports to be, namely, anything approaching “a thorough revision; or, at best, in this brief time, much of an improvement upon former attempts in this direction. Take a single example of the additions made to the list of “distinct breeds” of fowls in this standard, for which pre- miums are to be awarded at American poultry exhibitions hereafter, to wit: the ‘‘Plymouth Rocks,’ which variety are, in this work, for the first time I think, recognized as a breed. Now, no one pretends that this fowl is a distinct breed (or variety), as are the Games, the Cochins, the Black Spanish, &e. It is simply a cross, no doubt a very good one, but still only a mixture of two or three strains of established blood, which, being bred from, among themselves, must inevitably go back to the original blood. While the originator of this stock breeds from the parent strains, he can produce average good birds, to which he may appropriately give this (or any other) chosen name. But the man who purchases the pro- geny of him as ‘‘ Plymouth Rocks,”’ and breeds them together in the expectation that he will get chickens (beyond the first generation subsequently) like the fowls he buys, is destined to disappointment. And this kind of fowl is recognized in our new “American Standard of Excellence’ as a distinct breed of poultry! Ihave not a word of fault to find with the bird alluded to. Itisa good one. I have said this before in one of my articles sent you. But I say now, that the recognition of any known cross of fowls,:as a specific variety, by such authority as our American Standard ought to be, is a palpa- ble error; and I apprehend that we shall very shortly learn, from the other side of the water, how ridiculous such assump- Years ago, in the early days of the poultry mania in America, after the societies and clubs in Great Britain had put forth their original standard, the subject of adopting this in the first New England Association was bruited. Then it was tinkered, ‘‘improved upon,” ‘‘revised,”’ Ameri- canized, and—went into the tomb of the Capulets. Dr. Bennett, Miner, Devereaux, Capt. Williams, Plaisted, Colonel Jacques, Hatch, Cornish, Childs, Ad. White, Dr. Wight, Alden, Buckminster, Burnham—e¢ id omne—all had breeds of fowls which they had manufactured, first or last, which each insisted was better, finer, handsomer, larger, or more prolific than other people’s fowls, and to which each owner gave an original name. I remember, for instance, the original ‘‘ Plymouth Rocks” of those days, the ‘‘ Fawn-colored Dorkings,” the ‘Chitta- prats,’’ the ‘Wild Indians,”’ the “Wild Indian Games,” the ‘“« Hong Kongs,”’ the “‘ Prince Alberts,” the ‘* Burampooters,”’ and many other crosses that were in the early years turned out ‘for a market,” until their name became legion; and the purposes of the standard were entirely annulled, because everybody was bent upon getting the name of his mongrel cross into the list as a pure breed. The consequence was that the standard was ignored, and every one bred and crossed and named his stock to suit his own fancy, until the first decadence commenced, which resulted finally in earning for the chicken trade the title of humbug for years afterward prior to the war. Subsequently, when the interest in poultry breeding re- vived (after 1865-'66), a new impetus was given to this trade, and since then we have gone on improving our oppor- tunity, and enhancing the value of domestic fowls in this country immensely. The English standard was for a time adopted again. Then it was ‘improved,’ ‘‘ revised,” and “‘adopted’’ to our needs and requirements in this coun- try. But this was only short-lived. The original issue of the American work, as ‘‘W”’ states, ‘died in its infancy from its own inherent weakness.’’ The second edition served but a temporary and unsatisfactory purpose, and was of but small account, as we all know. And now we have the mew one, prefaced with a list of arbitrary instructions to govern judges at our shows; a dictum which would kill it dead at sight if there were no other weighty objections to much of the arrangement of this last ‘¢revision.”’ Individually this subject is of little account with me. I long since graduated in the show business. I put no fowls into the exhibition rooms of late years. I have been there, however, and my fowls have carried off the palm so often, and in so satisfactory a manner, that I am now content to see others enjoy the sport, and the cost of this operation. But this ‘standard ’’ matter is one of large interest to the fancier and breeder everywhere who goes for fine points, and who intends to become a competitor at our exhibitions. tions are in the estimation of f clever br breeders and good fan=.j...Wben the recent Buffalo Convention held its sessions upon DN oe cad ciers in England. this important subject, therefore, it was hoped and expected 242 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. that the participators in the deliberations would have given us something really new, useful, and acceptable to the fan- ciers of the United States. The chairman claims that the National Association which met then and there was “ the strongest, most prosperous, and most dignified body of men ever assembled together for any honorable purpose ;’’ an asser- tion which seems to be rather steep, but the accuracy of which I do not propose to question, though I must say that this enthusiastic remark of the presiding officer reminds me of what P. T. Barnum, Esq., said at the last fowl exhibition of the old ‘* National Poultry Association ’’ I ever attended, of which Phineas T. was President, which took place at his Museum, in New York, and at which I was awarded twenty- one leading premiums for my Brahmas, Cochins, Shanghais, &e., | remember. ‘«Gentlemen,’’ observed President Barnum, ‘‘ we meet here to-day to discuss one of the most important subjects ever yet considered by the American people! And, what- ever topics we may elsewhere debate, I am confident you will all agree with me that no one affecting the social rural economy of this nation approaches in magnitude the dearest interests of ourselves, our wives, our sweethearts, and our children, in comparison with the pleasing and honorable art of rearing good domestic poultry.” The stunning plaudits that greeted this sentiment evinced the sympathy and belief of his listeners in its truth. Mr. Barnum was then a fresh convert, and he went into the chicken business with all the zeal and vim that characterized his prior shrewd manipulations of Joice Heth, the Fejee Mermaid, the Woolly Horse, and the famous ‘‘What is it?” I have no doubt he was honest in his declaration at the moment he uttered the above expressive sentence, and Mr. President Churchman, I can conceive, was equally honest in his assertion. But, if the gentlemen at Buffulo were really, as we will not dispute, ‘‘ the strongest and most digni- fied body of men ever assembled together for an honorable pur- pose,”’ and if, as a result of their convention, they force upon State Societies this faulty, imperfect, and unacceptable “ re- vision ’’ of the old tunes, with the fearful accompaniment of the arbitrary and senseless rules upon which judges must hereafter decide upon the merits of show fowls, the moun- tain has labored to bring forth a very small mouse; and, in my judgment, these dignified managers of our poultry exhi- hibitions have got American societies, breeders, and fanciers emphatically in the future ‘‘ where the hair is short!” There is a remedy for this evident mistake, however. Mr. Babcock, in his recent article upon the arbitrary and one-sided action of the Buffalo Convention, makes a strong point in his assertion that this standard of 1874 was adopted by a select few, with closed doors, charging three dollars admission fee, which, if unpaid, excluded those who would otherwise have joined in the debates. Anda writer in the American Rural Home correctly assumes that ‘no close cor- poration or secret deliberation on a matter that so affects all classes of American fanciers will be permitted.”’? This ex- clusiveness is all wrong, and the error should, as it may, be promptly set right. I am an old breeder, a constant friend to the best interests of the poultry fanciers of this country at large, and at this late day in my experience have ‘‘no axe to grind”’ in this matter. I suggest that amass meeting of American poultry breeders from all quarters be called at once, at some con- venient central point in New York State, where, with open doors and amidst free speech, this whole subject may be | most famous yards. fairly and fully discussed and voted upon; where a standard may be properly revised and corrected by the voice of the masses interested. To this general convention I would especially invite the presence of every member of the so- styled new “American Poultry Association,’ and I would give every man and woman who breeds poultry in this land, and who can attend, a fair chance to talk and vote upon this important subject of an ‘American Standard of Excellence.” Let such a convention, through its openly-chosen com- mittees, report, after full deliberation, upon the details of the standard, and then adopt it in every State Society in the Union. Secure good, fair, impartial, competent exhibi- tion judges subsequently, wntrammelled by silly arbitrary “instructions” as to the performance of their rightful duty, and abandon the worse feature of all in this proposed new ‘ American Standard,” to wit, its monopoly by copyright. Such a convention will undoubtedly be called, if the general dissatisfaction that is now cropping out in this vicinity is any indication of this future disposition of the majority of New England breeders, who already note that the fatal rock upon which the early ‘‘ National American Society” split is again within sight, namely, its attempted arbitrary exclusiveness and selfish monopoly. r if \, Pouttry Department: (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE PROGENY WILL TELL. Noruine is more common when you visit your neigh- bor’s yard, or your neighbor visits your’s, than to have crit- icisms freely given and asked on the fowls. Some make it a point on such occasions, to point out all the beauties they see, while others who are accustomed to judge their own birds, severely point out the defects only; the absence of faults being the Standard of Excellence. Often it is better to remain quiet altogether, for if you pick faults, it is thought to be from motives of jealousy, especially if you happen to breed the same variety of fowl yourself, and if you speak well of them, your recommendation is given in the most unqualified manner to the first amateur who wishes to pur- chase. I once visited a yard, which, from its show and fla- ming advertisements, one would think to be in the front rank. It was stocked with fowls at a high price, from the No expense was spared in any way to make the establishment a success, and as the owner led his visitor from one elegant run to another, he could scarcely repress the question which the look of pleasure on his face had already asked,—‘‘ Did you ever see such runs, and such fowls?” It was the old story. Like Alnaschan counting his wealth in futurum, so our friend bad caught the fever, and invested in first-class stock, determined to step to the front rank with six different varieties at once. He pictured the crowd of admirers around his coops at the great shows, +f fa ne ; F FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 243 and looked with extreme satisfaction on the numerous med- als and cups which they brought him at the close of the sea- son; but sighed withal like Alexander, because there were no more worlds to conquer. With such an one you see at once that you will not be thanked for adverse criticisms, and if you do, you are told that Mr. (naming high authority), said they were splendid, and worth more than the cost. So they are, no doubt, but then for what do we buy fowls, to breed, or to exhibit? For both you say, but it is rarely ever you can have both, and I think it is better to breed your fowls, after you are fairly started, than to buy them ‘‘ready made.” Now, the main objection I had to all the above runs was, that they were not mated for breed- ing. The result was worse even than I anticipated, for on visiting the same yard in the fall, the produce of one run, almost to a chick, was vulture-hocked ; another had scarcely any leg feathering ; were mottle-breasted, where they ought to have been black; and the spangled birds were marked like Sebright Bantams. Now, the sellers of the above birds were not to blame altogether. They sold exhibition fowls, and if they had them in their own yard, could probably mate them to advantage; but, asit takes ‘three genera- tions to grow an avenue of oaks,’’ so I think it takes three seasons to know something of the points, and how to breed one variety of fowls, let alone six different kinds. One thing is always sure, and tells no tales, and that is the pro- geny. Comment is unnecessary. I have no doubt we would be surprised, if we could get an accurate description of the progenitors of some famous fowls. Many of us have birds which nobody wants to buy, and, at the same time, we are not eager to part with; and why? because they have been tried, and have given great satisfaction. The grand thing is, to study each bird, balance point with point, note down results; if we fail with one pen, another may succeed ; but one thing is certain, nature will not leave us long in the dark, and sooner or later the progeny will tell. Go. C. ATHOLE. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) “WHAT I KNOW ABOUT ROUP.” Iam well aware that roup is frequently the result of ex- posing fowls to cold winds, and dampness, yet cannot fully agree with Mr. Lamb’s article in No. 9. It was very for- tunate for him that his fowls were not of the tender or deli- cate kind, or they would not have been so easily cured. The various causes of roup are well known to most experienced breeders, yet, as the wide circulation of the Journal will bring his article before many who are unacquainted with this terrible pest (long may they remain in blissful ignor- ance on that point), I wish to give them the benefit of my experience. In my opinion, most cases of roup are the effect of contagion, disseminated through the flock by one or more affected fowls. Seven years ago I became thor- oughly acquainted with it. I hada choice lot of fowls in a large room, which was kept dry and clean, with no chance for cold wind to reach them; a south door was opened dur- ing fine weather to give them sunshine, which is very de- sirable to promote animal health and vigor. My first “chicken fever”? was then fast developing, and 1 must admit, that, although I have tried many remedies, the dis- ease still has as firm a hold on me asever. But my chick- ens, I doted on them, and enjoyed their society till I discovered something was the matter with them, The noise attendant upon their hard breathing, and their fre- quent chorus of “the youk,’? were doleful sounds to me. Although I had neighbors who delighted in my misfortune, and told me that my fancy fowls would always be sick, while their common ones would not. I have often smiled since, when interrogated by the same persons with ‘What shall I do for my fowls? they have got the pip.’’ An investiga- tion disclosed the fact that they had the roup, the effects of roosting over pig-stys or other filthy apartments. Time and perseverance, however, conquered the disease. In my first experience with roup overcrowding was the sole cause. To the inexperienced let me say, keep your coops clean and dry; do not expose your fowls to cold winds and dampness, and be especially careful not to overerowd them. Coal ashes, dry earth, or any deodorizing substance fre- quently strewn over the droppings will be sufficient, with- out often removing them. If you discover a fowl whose breathing is attended with labor, and the throat distends at every breath, remove it at once, and apply some remedy, many of which are given in all poultry books and journals. Roup is easily cured in the first stages; I have often cured it by one application of kerosene oil to the head and throat, after giving one teaspoonful internally. Always give a dis- eased fowl all the sunshine you can. Roup is often accom- panied by canker in the mouth and throat. In cases of canker I remove the white substance and apply pulverized alum with perfect success. .I had a case not long since, where the tongue, mouth, and throat, were completely coated thick with canker, and a frothy substance issued from the mouth. Such cases I had always before considered incura- ble, and, had not the bird been a valuable one, I should have used my old and sure remedy, the hatchet. In five days, however, he was entirely cured, the only remedy being a daily application of pulverized alum. I hope to hear from others on this point. J. Y. BrcKNELL. HEAD OF DOMINIQUE COCK. Hl Mi KIL tha) TN ie i tr Ni i eng ANN ‘a ¥ BAW Drawn from life by T. P. Chandler, from the bird which took first premium at the last show of the Pennsylvania Poultry Society, held in this city. It was exhibited by | Thomas Mayne, who took first, second, and third premiums, 244 FANCIERS’ (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PREJUDICES AGAINST POULTRY BREEDING. No. II. WHILE many poultry breeders and dealers have acted in bad faith toward their customers, yet many of the charges which bave been made have been without foundation; they have their origin in a mistaken idea as to what the buyer had a right to expect for the purchase money. A man who knows little about fowls goes to a show—say, for instance, the Buffalo show—where some of the best breeders in the nation have their very best birds on exhibition ; fowls which could not be purchased at any price, and he admires them very much. He goes home thinking of the fowls, and finally determines to purchase for himself. He obtains the address of some breeder, sends him perhaps twelve or fifteen dollars for a trio, which he considers an extravagant price, and expects to get as good fowls as those he saw at the exhi- bition, and is ready to charge the breeder with dishonesty if they are not first-class show birds. A man sends for a setting of eggs; they are badly handled by the express companies and few of them hatch, and the dealer is at once charged with destroying their vitality. If the eggs hatch well it is expected that the whole brood will be first-class birds, and if they are not he says the breeder has sent him his poorest eggs. There are many persons of means and leisure who breed poultry for pleasure rather than for profit, and they are willing to sell fine birds for merely nominal rates, in order to get rid of surplus stock, or for the accommodation of neighbors. If any other persons in the same neighborhood are obliged to pay two or three times as much for the same kind of stock to regular dealers, they are apt to think themselves cheated, when perhaps they have only paid a fair price for their purchases. Heretofore there has been little uniformity in prices ‘throughout the country, one breeder selling for thirty dol- lars first-class birds, for which others would ask fifty, or even seventy-five dollars. This great diversity in price has given rise to much hard feeling on the part of purchasers, and has been the occasion of many unfounded charges of unfair dealing. Ihave a right to value my stock highly, and ask a good round price for it, provided I do not mislead or deceive the buyer by any exaggerated or false representa- tion. But when a breeder advertises that he has not only the largest and best, but the only stock of a certain description in the world, while a large number of others are breeding just as good, he not only unduly exaggerates the importance of his own stock, but wilfully misrepresents his brethren; and I am by no means certain that this would not come within the scope of the resolution passed by the National Association at Boston. By means of the journals and shows the people will become better educated, and prices will become more uniform. A friend purchased a prize trio of chickens from one of the most noted breeders, and from them, and some other pullets mated with the cockerel, he raised some very fine pullets, but did not get a single cockerel that he was willing to breed from. I mention this not to discourage young breeders, but as showing what care and judgment in mating is requisite, and with all this the best of breeders sometimes fail. Those who purchase eggs ought to understand that they have some risks to run; and after the breeder has done his JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. very best, disappointments will frequently occur. Charges of dishonest dealing ought to be received with caution; but if thoroughly established, the guilty parties ought to be exposed. F. R. W. RHODE ISLAND POULTRY AND COLUM- BARIAN SOCIETY. FIRST ANNUAL EXHIBITION. (Continued from page 218, No. 14.) 2d, J. R. Goodale, Pawtucket, $2; 3d, William Pierce, South Scituate, highly commended. White Cochin Chickens —lst, D. A. Segar, Westerly, $3; 2d, W. E. O. Roberts, South Scituate, $2. Black Cochin Fowls—lst, D. A. Segar, Westerly, $3; 2d, William Cooke, Pawtucket, $2. Black Cochin Chickens—1st, William Cooke, $3; 2d, Robert Plews, North Providence, $2; 38d, D. A. Segar. Partridge Cochin Fowls—lst, S. O. Chase, Killingly, Conn., $3; 2d, L. R. Rockwood, Worcester, Mass., $2; 3d, James L. Bullock, Providence. Partridge Cochin Chickens—lst, E. Capron, Attleboro’, Mass., $3: 2d, H. A. Rhodes, East Greenwich, $2; 38d, J. T. Peckham, Providence. Light Brahma Fowls —Ilst, Edward Thurber, Woonsocket, $3; 2d, J. L. Bullock, Providence, $2; 8d, J. L. Carpenter, Attleboro’. Light Brahma Chickens—Ist, Wright Buckley, Valley Falls, $3 ; 2d, James L. Bullock, Providence, $2; 3d, Edward Thur- ber, Woonsocket. Dark Brahma Fowls—\st, W. F. Inman, Providence, $8; 2d, C. G. Sanford, Providence, $2; 3d, Edward Bent, Providence. Dark Brahma Chickens—Ist, Wright Buckley, Valley Falls, $3; 2d, J. T. Peckham, Providence, $2; 3d, H. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’. CLASS III—HAMBURGS. Silver Spangled Hamburg Fowls—\st, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport, Mass.,-$3; 2d, John H. Chase, Providence, $2; 8d, Charles Taft, Providence. Silver Spangled Hamburg Chickens—lst, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport, Mass., $3 ; 2d, S. P. Bullas, Providence, $2; 3d, Charles H. Pond, Attleboro’. Silver Penciled Hamburg Fowls—\st, Robert W. Reid, Greenport, L. I., $3; 3d, James B. Peck, Provi- dence. Silver Penciled Hamburg Chickens—1st, Robert W. Reid, Greenport, $3; 38d, James B. Peck, Providence. Golden Spangled Hamburg Fowls—lst, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport, $3; 2d, Thomas Richards, Norton, Mass., $2. Golden Spangled Hamburg Chickens—1st, George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport, $3; 2d, S. B. Bullas, Providence ; 3d, J. H. Congdon, Attleboro’. Black Hamburg Chickens— Ist, C. Cushing, Anthony, $3. CLASS IV—SPANISH. Black Spanish Fowls—1st, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, $3; 2d, Albert W. Jones, Milford, Mass , $2; 3d, 8. B. Bullas, Providence. Black Spanish Chickens—1st, W. F. Inman, Providence, $3. Dominique Leghorn Fowls —Ist, 8. S. Van Buren & Co., Hartford, Conn., $3. Dom- inique Leghorn Chickens—2d, J.T. Peckham, Providence, $2. Brown Leghorn Fowls—ist, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass., $3. Brown Leghorn Chickens—lst and 2d, F. J. Kinney, Worcester, Mass., $3 and $2. White Leghorn Fowls—3d, William L. Tobey, Valley Falls. White Leg- horn Chiekens—\st, Joseph Dart, Oxford, Mass., $3; 2d, R. R. Yates, Northboro’, Mass., $2; 3d, C. L. Read, Provi- dence. CLASS V—FRENCH. Creveceur Fowls—lst, D. A. Segar, Westerly, $3; 2d, Joshua Vose, Manton, $2. La Fleche Chickens—\st and 2d, J. R. Goodale, Pawtucket, $3 and $2. Houdan Fowls—I|st and 2d, E. C. Aldrich, Hyde Park, Mass., $3 and $2; 3d, Joshua Vose, Manton. Houdan Chickens—Ist, 2d, and 3d, KE, C. Aldrich, Hyde Park, Mass., $3, $2, and highly com- mended. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 245 CLASS VI—POLISH. Silver Spangled Poland Fowls—8d, Oliver Kendall, Provi- dence. Silver Spangled Poland Chickens—I|st, D. A. Segar, Westerly, $3; 2d, Oliver Kendall, Providence, $2. White- erested Black Poland Fowls—1st, James T. Peck, Providence, $3; 8d, HE. F. Wright, Providence. Golden Spangled Poland Fowls—2d, W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls, $2. CLASS VII—GAME FOWLS. Black-breasted Red Game Fowls—\st, George W. Adams, Providence, $8. Black-breasted Red Game Chickens—2d, L. E. Gray, Foxboro’, Mass., $2. [There were several very fine specimens of Black-breasted Red Game Fowls with yel- low legs entered, but, as the National Standard excludes all of this class with yellow legs, they were therefore ruled out by the committee in awarding premiums.] Brown-breasted Red Game Fowls—\st, L. E. Gray, Foxboro’, $3. Ginger Red Game Chickens—lst, George W. Adams, $3; 2d, T. A. Todd, New Haven, Conn., $2. CLASS X—MISCELLANEOUS. Plymouth Rock Fowls—1st, J.T. Peckham, Providence, $3. Plymouth Rock Chickens—lst, L. E. Gray, Foxboro’, $3; 2d, E: Capron, Attleboro’, $2; 3d, L. HE. Gray, Fox- boro’. Sultan Fowls—1st, W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls, $3; 2d, James T. Peck, Providence, $2. Sultan Chickens—I1st and 2d, Benjamin White, Providence, $3 and $2; 3d, Sam. W. Clarke, Warwick. CLASS XII—ORNAMENTAL. Pearl Guinea Fowls—1st, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, $3. AQUATIC DIVISION. CLASS XIII—DUCKS. Muscovy Ducks—ist, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North At- tleboro’, $3; 2d and 3d, William Pierce, South Scituate, $2 and premium. Aylesbury Ducklings—3d, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’. Common White Ducks—3d, W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls, $2. Top-knot Ducks—lst, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, $3. Rowen Ducks—l\st, J. H. Chase, Newport, $3; 2d, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, $2. Pekin Ducks—lst, George P. An- thony, Westerly, $3. CLASS XIV—GEKSE. Hong Kong Geese—I\st, KE. P. Perry, Providence, $3; 2d, E. S. Sisson, South Portsmouth, $2; 3d, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’. Toulouse Geese—I1st, P. B. Thomas, North Attleboro’, $3; 2d, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, $2. White China Geese—lst and 2d, E. S. Sis- son, South Portsmouth, $3 and $2. Bremen or Embden Geese—\st, W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls, $3; 2d, H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’, $2. SECOND DAY. CLASS VII—GAMES. Yellow Duckwing Game Fowls—3d, Otis Munroe, Bristol. Duckwing Game Chicks—2d, J. H. Hammett, Newport, $2. Black Game Chicks—\1st, S. P. Bullas, Providence, $3. White Game Chicks—2d and 3d, J. G. Moffitt, Pawtucket, $2 and premium. Pyle Game Chicks—I|st, 2d, and 3d, F. A. Todd, New Haven, Conn., $3, $2, and premium. CLASS X—MISCELLANEOUS. Frizzled Fowls—1st, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3. zled Chicks—\st, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3. Fowls—ist, John H. Lee, Providence, $3. Ist, Sam. W. Clarke, Warwick, $3. CLASS IX—BANTAMS. Golden Sebright Fowls—Ilst, George F. Seavey, Cam- bridgeport, Mass., $3; 2d, W. Hazard, Providence, $2; 3d, HE. B. Perry, Providence. Golden Sebright Chicks—\st, George KF. Seavey, Cambridgeport, Mass., $3; 2d, S. P. Bullas, Providence, $2; 3d, George F. Seavey, Cambridge- port, Mass. Black Bantam Fowls—\st, A. H. Rogers, Wor- Friz- Patagonian Silkies Chicks— cester, $3. Black Bantam Chicks—lst, W. & H. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, Mass., $3. White Bantam Chicks— 1st, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, Mass., $3. CLASS VIII—GAME BANTAMS. Black-breasted Red Game Fowls—1st, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, $3; 2d, D. A. Segar, Westerly, $2. Black-breasted Red Game Chicks—\st, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, Mass., $3; 2d, S. P. Bullas, Provi- dence, $2; 3d, Wright Buckley, Valley Falls. Brown Red Game Fowls—\st, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3. Yellow Duckwing Game Fowls—\st, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3; 2d, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, Mass., $2. Yellow Duckwing Game Chicks—I1st, John H. Chase, New- port, $3; 2d, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $2; 3d, Robert Plews, North Providence. Silver Duckwing Game Fowls— Ist, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3. Silver’ Duckwing Game Chicks—ist, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, Mass., $3; 2d, Wright Buckley, $2; 3d, A. H. Rogers, Worcester. Pyle Game Fowls—-ist, A. H. Rogers, Worces- ter, $3. Pyle Game Chicks—2d, W. & E. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, Mass., $2. Irish Gray Game Chicks—Ist, A. Hl. Rogers, Worcester, $3; 2d, W. & HE. Jennings, Newton Lower Falls, Mass., $2. White Game Fowls—Ilst, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3. COLUMBARIAN DIVISION. CLASS XV—PIGEONS. Blue Pied Pouters—1st, Benj. White, Pawtucket, $2; 2d, Oliver Kendall, Providence, highly commended. Black Pied Pouters—\st, Benj. White, $2; 2d, E. H. Hero, Milford, Mass. Red Pied Pouters—Iist, Benj. White, $2. Mealy Pouters—lst, Benj. White, $2. White Powters—Ist, J. R. Goodale, Pawtucket, $2. Almond Tumblers —\st, Benj. White, $2; 2d, Oliver Kendall. Red Tuwmblers—lst, Oliver Kendall, $2. Black Bald-headed Tumblers—\st, Edgar Bur- bridge, Providence, $2. Splashed Tumblers—Iist, Oliver Kendall, $2. Yellow Mottled Tumblers—Ist, KE. H. Hero, Milford, $2. Highflyer Tumblers—Ist, Edgar Burbridge, Providence, $2. Kite Tumblers—1st, Edgar Burbridge, $2. Black Barbs—ist, Oliver Kendall, $2; 2d, Benj. White. Red Barbs—1st, Edgar Burbridge, $2. Black Jacobins— 2d, J.R. Goodale. Red Jacobins—Ist, E. H. Hero, $2. Yel- low Jacobins—2d, Edgar Burbridge. Red Mottled Jacobins —Ist, E. H. Hero, $2. White Owls—Ist, Benj. White, $2. White Crested Calcutta Fantails—st, Benj. White, $2; 2d, E. H. Hero. White Smooth Heads—lst, E. Ul. Hero, $2. Black Crested Pigeons—Ist, B. H. Hero, $2. Black Smooth Heads—lst, E. H. Hero, $2. Black Mottled—lst, E. H. Hero, $2. Red Mottled—Ist, E. H. Hero, $2. Yellow Mottled Ist, E. H. Hero, $2. Blue Winged Turbits—st, J. R. Good- ale, Pawtucket, $2. Black Nuns—|st, E. H. Hero, $2. Black Magpies—\st, E. H. Hero, $2; 2d, J. R. Goodale. Blue Mag- pies—Ist, J. T. Peckham, $2. Black Spots—lst, E. H. Hero, $2. Red. Spots—ist, E. H. Hero, $2. Blue Swallows—1st, Edgar Burlingame, Providence, $2; 2d, E. H. Hero. Black Mottled Trumpeters—ist, Edgar Burlingame, $3. White Dutech—Ist, E. H. Hero, $2. Ring Doves—Ist, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $2; 2d, Wm. H. Grant. White German Toys— Ist, J. R. Goodale, $2. CLASS XVI—RABBITS. Lop-eared—ist, A. H. Rogers, Worcester, $3. CLASS XVIII—SUNDRIES. Best Incubator, J. R. Goodale, $5. Best coop of Hens and Chickens, S. P. Bullas, Providence, $2. Best collection of Stuffed Birds. John H. Hague, Providence, $3. Best collec- tion of Stuffed Animals, John H. Hague, $3. Best collec- tion of Singing Birds, to be cased in attractive cages, Henry T. Root, Providence, $5. Heaviest Cock on Exhibition, Jas. L. Bullock, Providence (123 Ibs.), $3. Heaviest Hen on Exhibition, S. B. Bullas, Providence (11 lbs.), $3. Best Transportation Coop, Joseph Dart, Oxford, Mass., $5. JupaEs: Philander Williams, of Taunton, Mass.; H.S, Ball, of Shrewsbury, Mass. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. SPECIAL PREMIUMS. 1. H. A. & G. M. Church, Providence, for best collection not less than ten varieties of meritorious land and water fowl, by one exhibitor, gold vest chain, $30; W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls. 2. M. T. Freeman & Co., Providence, for best pair Partridge Cochin Chickens, $5; H. A. Rhodes, East Greenwich. 4. Anthony & Stebbins, Providence, for best collection Bluck Cochin Fowls and Chickens, $5; Wm. Cooke, Pawtucket. 9. James Campbell, Providence, best collection Brown Leghorns, $5; F. J. Kinney, Worcester. 10. J. T. Peckham, Providence, for largest and best collec- tion of Hamburgs, $5; George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport, Mass. 11. Edmund Davis, Providence, best trio of Ply- mouth Rock Fowls, $10; J. T. Peckham, Providence. 13. Amos Whitney, Hartford, Conn., best pair Light Brahma Chickens, $10; Wright Buckley, Valley Falls. 14. John Healy, Providence, best pair Buff Cochin Chickens, $5; Wn. Hazard, Providence. 15. Edmund Davis, Providence, best Plymouth Rock Cockerel, $5; J. T. Peckham, Provi- dence. 18. ‘‘ Pet Stock Pigeon nd Poultry Bulletin,” best pair Rouen Ducks, Volume 3, and subscription to Volume 4, of Bulletin, $2.50; J. H. Chase, Newport. 20. F. J. Kin- ney, Worcester, best Brown Leghorn Cock or Cockerel of any age, $5; awarded to Mr. Kinney. 21. Best Brown Leghorn Hen or Pullet of any age, $5; also awarded to Mr. Kinney. 22. A. J. Robinson, Providence, best Black- breasted Red Game Bantam, silver cup, value $10; W. & E. Jennings, Newton, Lower Falls, Mass. 23. Walter L. Tobey, Valley Falls, best pair Dark Brahma Chickens, $5; Wright Buckley, Valley Falls. 24. Wright Buckley, Val- ley Falls, best collection Game Bantams, $5; A. H. Rogers, Worcester, Mass. 25. H. H Stoddard, Hartford, Conn., best S. S. Hamburg Pullet, Vols. 1 & 2, ‘‘ Poultry World,” value $5; George F. Seavey, Cambridgeport. 26. Joshua Gray, Providence, largest and best collection of Houdans, pair silver cups, value $10; E. C. Aldrich, Hyde Park, Mass. 27, * Pet Stock Pigeon and Poultry Bulletin,” best collec- tion Pigeons, bound Volumes 1 & 2 of Bulletin, value $2.50; E. H. Hero, Milford, Mass. 28. John W. Mahon, Hartford, Conn., best pair Dominique Leghorn Fowls, one pair Light | Brahma Chickens, value $15; S.S. Van Buren & Co., Hart- ford, Conn. 29. Joseph M. Wade, Philadelphia, best Gol- den Duckwing Game Bantam Cockerel, subscription to ‘Fanciers’ Journal,” value $2.50; J. H. Chase, Newport. 30. Farrington & Co., Providence, largest and best collec- tion of Bantams other than Game, silver cup, value $5; G. F. Seavey, Cambridgeport. 31. J. Snow & Co., Providence, largest and best collection of Geese, order for silk hat, value $8; H. W. K. Allen & Son, North Attleboro’. 382. Wil- liam Millin & Co., Providence, best pair of Fowls or Chick- ens of any new variety, one watering pot, value $2.50; Wright Buckley, Valley Falls. 33. A. Crawford Greene, Providence, best pair Black Spanish Fowls or Chickens, order for 500 circulars, value $5; W. F. Inman, Providence. 34. J. M. Wade, Philadelphia, largest and best collection of Golden or Silver Sebright Bantams, subscription to ‘‘ Fan- ciers’ Journal,’”’ value $2.50; George F.. Seavey. 35. “A Friend,’’ Providence, best pair White Sultan Fowls, $5; W. L. Tobey, Valley Falls. 36. Oliver -Kendall, Provi- dence, best collection of Pigeons, $5; E. H. Hero, Milford. 40. ‘‘A Friend,’’ Providence, best pair White-crested Black Poland Fowls, $5; J. T. Peckham, Providence. 42. J. Herbert Collingwood, jeweler, Providence, best pair Sultan Chickens, four toes not to disqualify, vest chain, value $6 ; ._ Sam. W. Clarke, Warwick. 43. Sam. W. Clarke, War- wick, best Houdan Cock, $5; Joshua Vose, Manton, R. I. pag A party of northern gentlemen sojourning at Jack- sonville, Florida, Jast month, took a hunting trip up the Ocklawaha, and returned to Palatka on the 18th, with the following report of the result of their eight days’ trip: Alligators seen, 243; killed, 79; limpkins killed, 130; water turkeys, 25; great heron, 4; white heron, 2; painted gall- enell, 20; coots, 150; eagles, 4; great owls, 2; black bass taken, 150 pounds. Tue Magpie is one of the most beautiful of the Toys. excites admiration wherever it is seen. describe is a perfectly marked bird, and the winner of first It The specimen I shall prizes. Heis twoyears old, and has the blood as well as the color, his young ones being like him. He isa &olden-yellow bird, with white wings and breast. The white of the breast is marked in front by a line crossing the point of the breast- bone, and extending up each side to the under part of the shoulder joint, the lines then extend backwards to a line passing directly across the vent, the ends of which they in- tersect at the roots of the outer tail feathers of each side. All the parts (including the thighs) within these boundaries are of the purest white, and, where the colors are divided, the line is as sharp as though cut byaknife. Beak of a yellowish- white, pearl eye, and a hood broad and well-shaped, feet smooth and red. He is rather smaller than the common pi- geon. By his side is standing a blue hen with white wings, breast and thighs; the dividing lines being the same as those of the yellow bird. Her beak is dark, eye pearl, and feet red, head plain; there is a dark bar across the tail. In the same cage are red and black Magpies; the red is of a bronzed hue, and not the bright red, as I should like. Black and white are the original colors of the Magpie, and, I think, the best, as the contrast is greater than in any of the others. From the description you perceive some are capped, and others are plain headed; the capped are in fashion just now. The four colors mentioned are the standard ones, viz.: a pure golden-yellow, not a pale yellow; a light blue, not a black blue; a bright red, not a bronzed red; and jet black, with a metallic lustre that must extend even to the tip of the tail. Blues and yellows are the rarest. The eyes must be pearl, feet red, and beak a color corres- ponding with that of the bird. This variety is of German origin, and bred from Tumbler strains. They have almost lost the tumbling trait, though I have seen them, when flown with Tumblers, revolving with the best of them. A FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 247 If you will cross these with Tumblers, so as to get the coloring of the one and the tumbling of the other thoroughly settled in the one strain, you will have as handsome a flight as ever cleaved the air. A few seasons would be sufficient to accomplish the purpose, and it would be schooling your- self for higher experiments whieh you will wish to try, and for which you will need other knowledge than that found in books. The prices for Magpies range from $4 to $15, though I have known $30 paid for a yellow cock.—Dr. W. P. Morean. tems Suteresting ad Amusing. g@ Engaged for the next set—Hens. pa@=- Lap-dogs are not worn so much as formerly. ya@s- Seth Green is about to introduce the ‘‘grayling”’ as a substitute for trout. At least he caught two of ’em in the Au Sable River, Mich., and says they’ll do. p@e Jenkins told his son, who proposed to buy a cow in partnership, to be sure and buy the hinder half, as it eats nothing and gives all the milk. pa@s> An anxious anti-cruelty-to-animals-inquirer wishes to be informed if such wholesale drowning should be toler- ated, as putting the ‘* City of Peking’”’ into the Delaware? ya A golden eagle was recently captured near Chetope, Kansas. The lucky captor was immediately offered ten dol- lars in bank notes for it, which he naturally refused, as he felt entitled to a premium on it. nag A Spaniel named Curly, is the regular mail carrier between a settlement called Lake of Two Woods, Dakota, and the Minnesota line, twelve miles away. Letters and papers are placed in a sack, and tied about the dog’s neck ; he is told to go, and never fails to reach his destination. Arriving, the mail is overhauled, the faithful servant is treated to a good dinner, and started on his return trip. fi Ex-Marshal Bazaine, now fulfilling his sentence on the island of Sainte Marguerite, only goes out for two hours in the day, walking in the court belonging to his prison, under the surveillance of two keepers. His meals are furnished by the boatman of the island, who is at the same time sutler of the troops. His guard is composed of ninety soldiers of the line and five jailors. ye@gs> ‘‘ What’s hay?’ asked a man of an honest granger in Burlington the other morning. The P. of H. told him $13.50, and followed him around the wagon, as he examined the hay very carefully. He expressed himself as perfectly satisfied with the price, and liked the looks of the hay. “Shall I put it into your barn?’ asked the granger. ‘( Well, no,’ the man said, ‘I have no barn; I only want a good, clean straw to chew.”” The hay merchant looked as if he would like to make him eat the whole load. y@g> A spunky hen and an unwise boy caused the total de- struction by fire of a complete set of farm buildings in Greenfield, N. H., on Saturday last. The boy undertook to “break up’? asitting hen, and, after all other plans which his inventive genius could suggest had failed, he deliberately set fire to the nest under her, which was in a barn or shed adjoining. But even this did not conquer or drive her, and the result was that the hen, barn, sheds, and house, which were attached, were entirely consumed. Bas A schoolmaster delivered an address to his scholars, of which the following passage is an example: ‘‘ You boys ought to be kind to your little sisters. I once knew a bad boy who struck his little sister a blow over the eye. Although she did’nt fade and die in early summer time, when the June roses were blowing, with the sweet words of forgiveness on her pallid lips, she rose up and hit him over the head with a rolling pin, so that he couldn’t go to school for more than a month, on account of not being able to put his hat on.” Rea We hear great stories of the mammoth fruits and vegetables of California, but think they will hide their diminished heads at a yam which grew near Tongatabo, Sandwich Islands. This vegetable monster was twelve years in growing, and when ripe weighed a ton. It grew ona spot called Tabud, from a chief of that name who was killed there. The captain of a whale ship obtained permission to take it on board of his ship, but being interdicted from breaking it up on the shore, was forced to leave it. pa@e~ A rather strange affair was discovered in a stable in this place, a few days since. While hunting in its seclu- ded portions, two rat nests were discovered; one with ten young rats, and the other with eight small rats and two kit- tens, with their eyes yet closed, and appearances indicated that they had been there for some days; but how they got there was the question—whether stolen and adopted by the head of the rat family, or whether forsaken and carried there by the mother cat; but to prevent any future trouble they were all destroyed. peg A very simple and yet useful instrument, called an egg-tester, has been gotten up by William J. Py¥le, of West Goshen, a successful chicken raiser. It consists of a simple tin tube about six inches long, with one end the size and shape of an egg, tapering off to a smaller size at the other end; and by placing an egg in the large end, and looking through the tube with a bright light striking on the egg after it had been set upon about a week, you can readily discover whether the egg is a good one, and will hatch or not. The object of it is to examine eggs, being set upon at the end of a week, and to throw out all that are not good, and then remove the good ones to another sitting hen, and put fresh eggs in the place of those removed, thus prevent- ing the disappointment so often experienced at having so few chickens hatched. n@s- Breepine HiGH-cOLORED AND DARK CRESTED CanariEs.—Select for your breeding stock, high-colored birds, not quite clear, but having some slight marks or ticks about them. An absolutely clear bird is perfection, and to breed from such, is to insure decline. From such as I have indicated, you may expect to get high-colored, clear birds. I give this as a general rule, without going into the theory of the matter. Your buff cocks have what are known as gray crests. If you pair them with close-feathered hens haying markings about them, you will get plenty of dark crests, and the more exact the marking of the hens, the greater chance there is of getting well marked and crested young ones. By pairing two buffs, you will get feather and compactness of crest, but at a sacrifice of color. All marked canaries are not higher in color than clear birds, but a depth of color is sometimes seen in a marked or ticked bird, which is not attainable in a clear one.—W. A. BLaxk- STON, in Journal of Horticulture. 248 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosrpH M, War, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. ; z ffacesJ OURNAL AND A} OULTRY (Gxozanes, y JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year,.... ee Specimen Copies, by MAil,.......c...sssceeeeeeeeeeees ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an ineh of space. ----$1 80 16 20 32 40 1inch of space, set solid...........e.ee $1 20, displayed... 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, Gs 00 1 page, 216 lines, SOlid...............ee000-21 60, “ Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. LARGE SALE OF FOWLS. Mr. C. N. Brown, of Unadilla Falls, Otsego County, New York, has purchased the entire stock of fowls (except- ing Houdans) of George H. Warner, New York Mills, Oneida County, New York. This addition to the fine stock previously owned by Mr. Brown must make one of the finest yards in this country. We believe Mr. Brown to be thoroughly reliable, and wish him all success in his new enterprise. oe J. F. Ferris, Stamford, Conn, has recently purchased the breeding stock of Light Brahmas, lately owned by H. A. Grant, Jr., Tarrytown, New York. Sprakrne of ‘Raising Turkeys, Hens, Geese, &., suc- cessfully,” W. A. Browning, in his ‘‘Complete System ’’— the result of forty years’ experience—says: ‘' There should be a yard of one-fourth of an acre, in which nothing but turkeys should be allowed to go during the early part of the season. _____ fag Loss or Sone In A CANARY WHILE MovuLtTine.— The loss of song is one of the usual accompaniments of moulting ; even though the moulting may be complete, the bird will not, probably, break into full song this side of Christmas. He will be none the worse for a good rest. The time occupied in moulting varies from three or four weeks to months. Birds which are apparently fully moulted will, upon examination, frequently show a great number of half- developed feathers.—W. A. BLaxston, in Journal of Hor- ticulture. d : POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. ber 8, 9, 10, and 11. town, Pa. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 18, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, Sec’y. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGH. 251 Exchange Colwue. 4G5- ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Five LINES, OR ForTY- E1gHr WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WILL EXCHANGE—First-class Light Brahma, or Silver Gray Dorking Cocks, for Plymouth Rock or Dark Brahma, Hens or Pullets. Also, White Leghorns for Brown Leghorns. Also, B. B. Red Games for Partridge Cochins, or any of the above for “Post-Office Orders” to a SMALL AMOUNT. Address J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. WANTED TO EXCHANGE —Dark and Light Brahma, Houdan, or White-faced Black Spanish Eggs, of premium and imported strains, for the same varieties, or Duckwing Game Bantam or Buff Cochin Eggs. Also, Light Brahma Cockerels in exchange for Eggs. W. D. NEILSON, 215 South Fifth Street, Phila. TO EXCHANGE —Light Brahma Hens, and one Dark Brahma Cock, for Silver Spangled Hamburg Cock and Black Leghorn Pullet or Hen, or will exchange Light Brahma Eggs for them, or for other Eggs. E. J. TEMPLE, Wilmington, Windham Co., Vermont. WILL EXCHANGE —Partridge Cochins, Buff Cochins, Black- Breasted Red Game Fowls, for Aylesbury and Rouen Ducks, or Bronze or White Turkey Eggs. Send for particulars. Address JOS. D. GILLESPIE, Kerhonkson, Ulster Co., N. Y. TAME DEER FOR FOWLS.—He is a choice Yearling Buck, very gentle—a real pet; will exchange for choice Light or Dark Brahmas, Buff, Partridge, or White Cochins. Send in your birds to J. B. BRIGGS, Russellville, Ky. FOR EXCHANGE, or will sell, two pairs White Fantail Pigeons (smooth-neck), one pair Brown Leghorn Hens, and Eggs for hatching from a choice White Earlobe Stock of Brown Leghorns, second to none in America. W. J. WHEELER, Box 318, Worcester, Mass. RUMPLESS FOWLS.—0One pair, extra fine. Cock white, with rich buff wing-bows. Hen white throughout; has laid since January 10, 1874, almost continually. Will exchange for Pigeons—either Pouters, Fantails, or Nuns. Must be first-class birds. Address A. H. FITCH, Jr., Wolcott, N. Y. RABBITS—Dutch, common, and grades, for Nun Pigeons, Turtle Doves, or cheap for cash. To make room for imported stock. GEO. W..PARMELE, Hartford, Conn. LAWN MOWER, in good order, to exchange for other property. What offers ? JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. WHITE COCHINS.—A choice 1st premium trio, to exchange for trio good Black Cochins, or Brown Leghorns, by T. T, BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. THE BEAUTIFUL CHROMO, “ Faith and Hope,” in exchange for a good Black-breasted Dark Brahma Cockerel Address P. O. Lock Box 22, Philadelphia, Pa. UNADILLA Forks, OrsEGo Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. T have this day purchased of G, H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Creveceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Game Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509, I shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, 8. 8. Hamburgs, Golden S. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. F The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. EGGS FOR HATCHUING.—From superior stock Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins (Todd’s strain), White Leghorns, Black Spanish, White and Golden Sebright Bantams, Cayuga and Plata Ducks, White Holland and Bronze Turkeys. Address DAVID W. BURNSIDE, Portland Mills, Parke Co., Ind. EGGS.—From Buff and Partridge Cochins, Light and Dark Brah- mas (from Van Winkle’s, Herstein’s, Williams’, and Buzzell’s strains), $2 per sitting. JOHN C. WARNER, Blooming Grove, N. Y. FOR SALE.—A first-class rosewood guitar. For particulars, address F. A. M. E. BROOKS, Sinnemahoning, Cameron Co., Pa. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked for furnishing, « in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with ben to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &ce. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in adyance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. 3 T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. DOMINIQUE LEG HORNS.—Fggs from this variety supplied, in rotation as received, at $3 per sitting (13 eggs). Also, Eggs or Poultry of all the leading varieties furnished at short notice by JOHN DYER, Jr., General Dealer and Breeder, No. 39 Federal Street, Alleghany City, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE —Dark Brahmas and Golden Spangled Ham- burgs for Wright’s [Illustrated Book of Poultry. My stock is good. For further information, address WM. ATWOOD, Big Flatts, Chemung Co., N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE the following for anything reasonable— Theological and Philological Books preferred, or $15 per pair: One pair Black Cochins, 1st premium at Buffalo, 1873; one pair Black Cochins, 2d premium at Philadelphia, 1874. GEORGE C. ATHOLE, 152d Street, New York. FANCY PIGEONS.—Wanted, first-class Colored Fantails, Eng- lish and African White Owls, Yellow Balls, and Beards, in exchange for other varieties. Address, with particulars, W. ATLEE BURPEE, 1332 Arch Street, Philadelphia. WILL EXCHANGE—Two trios Sicilian Fowls and ten Black Spanish Hens for Fancy Pigeons or cash. Address D. FRANK ELLIS, Cambridge, Mass, TO EXCHANGE.—A Black and White Fox Hound Pup (male), 9 months old, for Buff Cochins. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa. WILL EXCHANGE Light Brahmas, Williams’ stock, for White Leghorns or Red Game Bantams, from any reliable strain. W. FRANK BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE one trio handsome Blue Red Games, one trio Dark Brahmas, one pair Silver Duckwing Games, one Yellow Duck- wing Stag, for Buff Cochins or Black Red Game Hens or Pullets. EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE two superior Red Barb Hens and a nearly perfect Yellow Swallow Cock for one Smooth-head Yellow Magpie Cock and Blue-capped Magpie Cock. Must be first-class birds. Address MITCHELL & CARRVER, P. 0. Box 7. OBRIG BROS., Breeders and Dealers in Pigeons, Poultry, Pheas- ants, Song and Ornamental Birds, 472 Grand Street, Williamsburg, L. I. THEO. OBRIG. C. E. OBRIG, Correspondence solicited and satis- Send for Price List and Circular. faction guaranteed. LIGHT BRAHMAS.—Breeding stock reduced to a few very choice specimens, from which I offer Eggs at $3 per dozen, carefully packed and delivered to express, One or two nice young trios at $6 per trio, if applied for at once. Also, one very fine Ist premium Hen of the Autocrat stock, weighing 11 pounds, at $10. My stock are the produce of this last hen crossed with Natick and Col. Purse (out of Honest Abe) of the Felch strain. BURR H. NICHOLLS, Lockport, N. Y. W. L. PAYNE, Zoar, Mass., Breeder of Light Brahmas of P. Wil- liams’ strain, and Plymouth Rocks of A. H. Drake’s strain. Eggs, $2 per 13, warranted to give satisfaction. Send stamp for description of fowls. THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL for one year presented to all who purchase eggs from the following premium strains to the amount of $15 or more: Golden Spangled Hamburgs, Ongley Strain... Hiker « “ a Gop, Am. Dominique, W. H. Lockwood ae Brown Leghorns, W. E. Bonney by White Leghorns, J. B. Smite sete - 3 00 @ Address GEO. W. WOOD, Ithaca, N. Y. CASCADILLA POULTRY YARDS, ITHACA, N. Y., C. V. FOWLES, PROPRIETOR. Breeder and Dealer in the following Breeds: B. B. R. GAMES, HOUDANS, W. C. W. POLISH, WHITE LEGHORNS. EGGS, $3 PER 13. Fowls for sale after September Ist. To persons sending me $12 for four sittings of Eggs, I will send the Fanciers’ Journal tor one year. To persons sending $6 for two sittings, I will send the Standard of Ex- cellence, as revised at Buffalo. “THE BEST IS THE CHEAPEST.” Why it is believed my White Leghorns are supe- rior to all others: From the fact that my stock has been awarded Fifty-four Prizes in 1872-73, and that the committee, in revising the standard, used and carefully examined a cockerel bred by me, and re- ported accordingly. I can now fill orders for EGGS from my Selected Breeding Stock, on receipt of price, $5 PER DOZEN, Cash or P. O. order on New Hayen. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. SEND FOR PRINTED PEDIGREE of my Brown Leghorns, from which I am selling Eggs at $3 per dozen, and guaranteeing satisfac- tion, T. H, WALLEN, Box 130, Doylestown, Pa, -35 00 per doz. 500 * " “Smith’s Pet.” FANCIERS’ 252 JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. THOROUGH-BRED POULTRY.—The subscriber offers Eggs from Light Brahmas, Buff and White Cochins, Brown Leghorns, and Plymouth Rocks, at $3 per sitting. The above fowls have received the leading premiums at first-class shows, thus characterizing them as birds of the highest merit. MARK PITMAN, North Beverly, and 22 School St., Boston, Mass. NATIONAL BEE JOURNAM.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘‘ Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS, E, 8S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright).. The Brahma Fowl OB The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir).... The Pigeon Book w Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)......... The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement).. 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders 73 American Bird Fancier..... Ean GO) Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... roi ail) Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2vls. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, each. ns American S sn ROO Any book on any advertised list wi prep mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. A VYLESB OR DUCKS of the best blood in this coun- try. DRAKES of 1873, $3; per pair, $6 ; EGGS, $3 per doz. Partridge Cochin Eggs, $2 per doz. iE. 8S. DEMMON, Fitchburg, Mass. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—I am now prepared to book and furnish Eggs from my imported and home-bred Dark and Light Brahmas. also, Partridge Cochins. Having bought in the spring of 1873 Mr. Phi- Jander Williams’ (Taunton, Mass.) entire stock of Partridge Cochins, numbering some 80 odd head, consisting of all his imported, home-bred, and prize winning Fowls, which he valued very highly, and having bought of Joseph M. Wade (Jate Wade & Henry), Oak Lane Poultry Yards, Philadelphia, in 1873, quite a number of Dark Brahmas, among which were a number of prize winning Birds and 5 imported Hens. These, in addition to my last year’s importations, gives me one of the finest flocks in America. My mode of packing Eggs insures their safe Orders solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. Address T. 8. COOPER, Linden Grove, Coopersburg, Pa. BLACK RUSSIAN CHICKS, bred by me, were awarded 1st and 2d premium at the great fair in Boston, 1873. I was also awarded Ist remium on owls and 1st on Chicks at Connecticut State Fair, 1873. Eggs from above stock, $4.00 per sitting. Am selling eggs from Light Brahmas weighing from 11 to 13 pounds. Partridge Cochins and Ply- mouth Rocks for $3.00 per sitting. All first premium and standard stock. For further particulars send stamp for descriptive circular to LUCIUS DUNBAR, West Bridgewater, Mass. earriage. FOR SALE—Eggs for Hatching, from pure Dark Brahma Fowls. Fresh and true to name. Price, $4 per sitting of 15 eggs. Cash must ac- company each order. Address R. D. B., P. O. Box 306, Bridgeton, N. J. TO REDUCE BREEDING STOCK, I offer for sale a few good birds: One trio Light Brahmas, at.... ---- $12 00 One trio W. C. Black Polish 12 00 One pair White Leghorns... 8 00 One pair Silver Gray Dorking 8 00 One pair B. B. Red Games.... 8 00 ALSO, GOO ING COCKS. Light Brahmas, White Leghorns, B. B. Red Games, Silver Gray Dork- ings, &c., $3 to $6 each. EGGS, From Twenty Varieties, at $2 to $3 per nest. Send for Illustrated Circular. j ‘ J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. BREEDERS’ AND GROWERS’ DIRECTORY. The most complete Directory of Breeders and Growers of every class ever published in this country, to be issued this season. For informa- tion, address early, T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn, Send 10 cents for sample of Poultry Journal, &c, R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del.—I now offer for sale Eggs from the following varieties of Fowls, that took first pre- miums of all the varieties mentioned, namely: White Cochins, White Polish, Golden and Silver-spangled Polish, and White Crest Black Polish, Golden and Silver-spangled Hamburgs, and Brown Leghorns. " @ @@Nt Viet Ne ee @ ae January, 1874. Price, $1.00. A COPY OF THE ABOVE WILL BE SENT FREE TO EVERY NEW SUBSCRIBER TO THE “ FANCIERS’ JOURNAL” who remits $2.50 BEFORE THE ist OF MAY, 1874. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NINTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. Completed tn Twenty-five Parts. THE FOL S PRAT ED. BOOK , OF PO Usi eRe By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” ‘““BRAHMA FOWL,” &c., &c. ILLUSURATED WITH FIFTY COLORED PLATES OF CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY, FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, $15.00. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NorruH NintH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. Save 3 Pyne is prOWLS AND EGES.—T can furnish now a few trios of Light . x ‘ rahmas, Dark Brahmas, an artridge Cochins. Eggs of above in sea- W M. H. CHURCHMAN, son. And White and Buff Cochins, Houdans, Silver-Spangled Hamburgs piven Spageica olen, Gey and White Dorkings, B. B. Red Games, ite Leghorns a) Sebright Bantams, Bronze Turkeys, Bremen CLAYMONT, DELAWARE, Geese, Aylesbury, Cayuga, and Rouen Ducks, &c. Mode of Eee oete eggs is as good as the best. My Fowls and Chicks were awarded over $500 IS NOW BREEDING ONLY in premiums the past FALL. Send me two 3 cent stamps for new Des- criptive Catalogue of Eoultry worth dollars to a beginner. Will ex- change NuRSERY Srock forstandard pure bred Poultry. For information LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, and Price List, address JAS. M. WILLS, Bloomington, Ills. From the best Strains to be obtained in this or any other country. JOHN x UAE Es Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, m A FEW CHOICE BIRDS TO SPARE, OF EACH COLORING. | stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth orice we Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few As my yards are well protected, I shall be able to supply ore pa See ee reae: ‘Also; Reggina ny iacse Brie Manna ag EGGS FOR HATCHING EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- ss Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engrayings are if now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. WELL PACKED, VERY EARLY IN THE SEASON. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. PANCIERS' JOURNAL 481 AND F cj BIRD POULTRY EXCHANGE. Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, APRIL 23, 1874. No. 17. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CHURCHMAN, SWEET, ET AL. vs. HALSTED. (“HEAR ALL SIDES AND THEN DECIDE.”’ [ We do not wish to be understood as indorsing all that our correspondents may have to say and do not hold our- selves responsible for their opinions. By a vote of the Convention, we were requested to publish its report in which the account of the expulsion of our cor- respondent appears, and as he was not heard before the Con- vention, we cheerfully grant him the use of our columns for that purpose, which are open for the free discussion of all subjects pertaining to the interests of fanciers.—ED. ] This was an action brought by the plaintiffs from malice and jealousy against the defendant, upon a trumped-up charge, in which the case was tried without any notice whatever being given to defendant; without any copy of complaint being served upon defendant, as is required by law; in fact, without any knowledge whatever on the part of the defendant of any complaint or action against him. The case was tried without judge, jury, or witnesses, and decided entirely upon the false testimony of the complain- ants; the defendant being tried, found guilty, and sentenced without a hearing, and without any knowledge of any action against him. The cause of action was an asswmed one; one of which, had the defendant been guilty, it would have been impossible for the complainants to take legal cog- nizance of: First, because the laws (Constitution and By- Laws) recognize no sucb offence and prescribe no punish- ment; second, because the defendant being a delegate, action must be taken against the Society he represents, and not against the individual; and third, because the assumed offence was committed (if committed at all) before the defendant became a member of the Association—therefore, had there been any by-laws to govern action in such cases, he was not amenable to them. The whole case is analogous to the star-chamber , inquisitorial cases which hold so in- famous a place in history. I would willingly leave this case with the above record, but the great number of letters, as well as personal inquiries for my statement of the case, warrant me in giving publicity to some facts which both the above-mentioned ‘ complain- ants’’ repressed. If my readers will refer to the Poultry World for Jan- uary, 1874, page 7, they will find an article headed ‘Repre- sentation of State Societies at Buffalo.’’ This article origi- nated with me, and was sent by me to H. H. Stoddard, after consultation with him at the Hartford show, to be mailed in the form of a printed slip to all our prominent poultry breeders. Five days after this slip was disseminated the President of the American Poultry Association sent out an On the same page of the Poultry World for January, the reader will find another article, headed ‘‘ The Standard,” and signed ‘Veteran.’ This also was written by me. The fears I then and there expressed have since been proved to be well founded. My only regret in regard to the article is that I made its application so general. This (as did the former article) brought out a verbose and bombastic reply, immediately upon the opening of the Convention, from both the above-mentioned parties, and from no one else, proving, as Mr. Stoddard himself remarked to me, that ‘‘ both shots struck home.”? Some time during the Convention Mr. Stod- dard was induced to break faith with me and disclose who wrote the obnoxious articles. It was doubtless a case of “ Tickle me, Toney, tickle me, do; you tickle me and I'll tickle you.”? And then commenced the plotting which terminated with the infamous resolution passed at Boston on February 5th. Unfortunately (or probably fortunately, as the end is not yet) I was obliged to leave the Convention at the close of the second day, being called home by telegram, on account of sickness in my family. These honorable and high-toned complainants speedily took advantage of my absence. First they circulated the report that I had come to the Convention to copyright the doings of the meeting for my own personal benefit. Knowing that I had at one time owned the copyright of ‘The American Standard of Excellence,’’ and supposing that I s¢20 owned it, and knowing also that by this Convention they were appropriating the individual property of the owner of that copyright, they doubtless felt ‘‘ uneasy in their shoes.” A month or more before the meeting the President of the Association had authorized a party to try and buy my copy- right, but, as I had already sold it to another party, I could not treat with him. After I left they said, ‘‘See how quickly he left after we passed the resolution prohibiting any minutes being taken except by the Secretary of the Association. He had no news from home; that was only a sham.’’? When I received the telegram in question I was sitting at a table, writing up my report as chairman of the Committee on Creveceurs, &e. Mr. George W. White, I think it was, was sitting opposite. The messenger handed the telegram to him, and he passed it across tome. I have no doubt but Mr. White will certify to the correctness of this statement. The next move was the Willis affair, which I have already answered in my protest to the Association. There is, however, something yet in this matter which the public does not know, and which I propose to ventilate. The members of the Association were told (by the same parties) that if any proofs were needed of my culpability in the affair, the register of the Bloomer House bore witness of my guilt; that I had there entered the names of Mr. Estes, Mr. invitation to the State Societies to send delegates to thedcWkilbhiapeind myself, and that alone was enough to convict SP oeee weeks NAN JAN 2 4 2001 Jipparies Convention. This was on or aboutJutiaary 1st before the proposed meeting. me. Mr. Churchman cannot plead ignorance of Mr. ade’s handwriting; and Mr. Wade will certify that he ) 208 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. engaged rooms for us at the Bloomer House, and entered our names on the register to secure them. This fact was brought up in the debate at Buffalo, and there, on the floor of the house, publicly refuted by Mr. Estes. And yet, I am told, the lie was still persisted in at Boston, to influence those who were not present at Buffalo. Mr. Estes also publicly called the attention of this honor- able and truthful President of ‘‘ the strongest, most pros- perous, and dignified body of men ever assembled together for any honorable purpose,’’ to the fact that action could only be taken against the society, and not against the indi- vidual; but, no! the ‘boss’ ruled otherwise, and his pliant tools did as they were bad(e). I donot wish to be under- stood as saying that all the members of the Association were under the influence of the “‘ Ring ;’” far from it. I know that by far the larger portion of the members will re- pudiate with indignation the actions of those who have used their high positions to carry out their own petty malignant schemes. I know that a number took strong ground against such hasty action in the matter; but the ‘boss’ had sent forth his decree and, according to the law of the Ring, which hateth him they have injured, the decree must be enforced. I have taken legal advice upon this matter, and there is nota doubt but that the President and Board of Officers have laid themselves open to an action for libel. Whether I shall take this course or not will depend a great deal upon future events. My lawyer advises me that I am still a member of the American Poultry Association; that the res- olution passed is null and void, being illegal for the reasons heretofore stated. With this I shall drop the matter through the press, un- less forced to reply to other attacks. A. M. Hatstep. Rye, N. Y., April 10, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) REMINISCENCES OF THE “HEN FEVER.” BY GEO. P. BURNHAM. The Cochin fowl is a good domestic bird. Its true his- tory, in a few sentences, may prove interesting to your readers, though a vast deal has been written and said hitherto for and against this stalwart representative of the gallus giganteus. It occurred to me to set down among the ‘¢ Reminiscences’? I am writing for the Fanciers’ Journal what I know about this variety upon seeing in your columns or elsewhere recently that “the first Partridge Cochins were imported into England in 1847 ””—a statement I never before met with, and which is unquestionably an error in date. The first Cochins (or Cochin Chinas) of which we have any modern account, so far as I am informed, were sent from China by the British ambassador there, to Her Majesty Queen Victoria, in 1848 or 1844. The monstrous propor- tions of these fowls astonished the people of England vastly, and the English illustrated journals were shortly occupied with pictures and accounts of these giant chickens, which were a huge novelty to Messrs. John Bull. They were wonderful in dimensions and carriage, extra- ordinary layers (Mr. Walters, the Queen’s poultry-keeper, verifying some one’s curious statement that ‘‘ the hens laid two eggs in a day frequently, and sometimes three’’). They were hardy, flame-colored, very quiet, and altogether were a most valuable acquisition to the poultry of the old coun- try, as everybody, on sight of them, admitted. These ‘Cochins’’ were perfectly smooth-legged, and Harrison Weir’s pictures of them in the London Illustrated News, “by royal permission,” gave very accurate portraits of this rare consignment, which at that time (1844) were described as belonging to the family of the Otis tarda, or Great Bustard, from their kindred formation and immense size. I read these accounts, saw the engravings in the London papers, and in 1847 sent to England for half a dozen of them. The Queen presented a prize pair to Lord Heyts- bury, then Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, and he sent them to J. Joseph Nolan, of Bachelor’s Walk, Dublin, to breed. I communicated with Mr. Nolan, and finally purchased two cocks and four pullets of this Queen Victoria ‘ Cochin China”’ stock, which were the first Cochins imported into America by a citizen of the United States by at least two years in pointof time. I bred these smooth-legged fowls, with others that I received subsequently from Canton for several years, and disposed of hundreds of fine birds from this stock, though I never thought them equal to the Gray Shanghais (or Brahmas) by a long mark. These were the original ‘‘Cochins,’’ however. They were so called by the English breeders, and this name, for the Queen’s stock, was never changed. Why they were denominated ‘Cochin Chinas’’ no one has ever yet been able to determine. Certainly they never saw Cochin China, and nobody in that Southern Chinese province ever saw any such fowls there. Mr. Fortune, who was for a long time a resident and traveler in the East, says that ‘‘ whoever thus named these birds has much to answer for, since denizens of Cochin China say of these fowls, when subsequently seen by them, that they astonished those people quite as much as the sight had exercised Englishmen.’ Still, these were the first known ‘ Cochin Chinas,’’ of which, as I have stated, I imported the first of their progeny into Massachusetts. The Cochins of to-day are heavily feathered upon the legs, as we all know. I received from China, fifteen or twenty years ago, three or four different lots of variously colored fowls, most of which were thus feathered to the toes. In the case of my Cochins I called them ‘ Royal Cochin Chinas,’’ to distinguish them from the others, which I denominated White, Buff, Brown, or Gray Shanghais, be- cause the latter (with the exception of one lot I imported from Canton) all came direct from Shanghai. In course of time other parties imported fowls from Eng- land or China, and the poultry societies in Great Britain decided upon calling the Chinese fowls ‘‘Cochins.”’ The American associations followed this lead; the “‘ standards of excellence’’ discarded the name of Shanghais altogether from their lists, and adopting Dr. Bennett’s name for the grays and the English style for the other colors, we now have only the ‘‘ Cochins ”’ and ‘‘ Brahmas”’ for this Chinese stock, which is quite as well since everybody agrees to it. The original ‘‘Cochin Chinas’? imported into England, and first bred in this country in my yards, were quite un- like the present fowls bearing this name, as I have briefly stated. The modern ‘‘Cochin”’ is a far better bird in all respects. At that early day, however (near thirty years since), the first-comers were deemed very extraordinary fowls, and I sent samples of these chickens all over this country for years afterwards. They have quite run out now. I have not seen a smooth-legged ‘‘ Royal Cochin” for many a day. As to Partridge Cochins, the first I ever met with were FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AN D POULTRY EXCHANGE. imported from China thirty years ago by Rev. Mr. Marsh, of Dedham, and they were good ones too. I alluded to this fine stock in alate paper sent you. There were exhibited by Isaac N. French, of Holbrook, Mass., at the last. Boston Show, some splendid specimens of this variety—pullets at ten months old drawing ten pounds, and perfect in penciled plumage. They are hard to beat, and are the genuine China stock. Mr. French has bred them a great many years in their purity, and gets a round price for his best birds even at this late day. For their class, I consider this strain of blood the very best we have ever had in this coun- try, and I have bred and exported to England hundreds of | this family, first and last. But these fowls came from Shanghai also. They are very heavily feathered upon the legs, and were known in the old days as ‘‘ Marsh Shang- hais,” to distinguish them from the imported ‘ Forbes Shanghais,”’ the “Cushing Shanghais,” the ‘‘ Burnham Shanghais,’’ &e. There is now no question existing as to the leading fact that the Queen’s Cochins and the Cochins of the present time all originated in China. But the first mentioned were long-tailed, long-bodied, long-legged, smooth-limbed birds. The ‘‘Cochins”’ of to-day must be heavily feathered to the tips of their toes, or they are disqualified in the exhibition- room in competition for fowl-show premiums—as every one is now aware. Pouttry DepaRTMEnT: (For Fanciers’ Journal.) “YOU AND YOUR NEIGHBOR.” I must add a little testimony to A. N. R.’s article, under the above heading, in No. 14. Last spring one of my neighbors borrowed some Duckwing Games of me, procur- ed some Black Reds of another neighbor, then advertised as follows: ‘My Duckwing and Black Reds I sell eggs from, are imported, and their progeny are from a noted breeder in England, who has made these two varieties a specialty for over twenty years; and I have reason to believe they are the best of the kind ever imported into this country.’’? He did not have an imported bird in his yard; all his Duckwings were bred from my stock. This season he advertises largely, and claims to sell eggs from ‘ Duck- wing Games (imported strain).’’ He represents to his cus- tomers that his fowls are the very best, and that his neighbors sell inferior stock and eggs, from common fowls and mon- grels. I hope the time will come, when we will have a detective department in our journals, and that such hum- bugs will be ventilated. J. Y. BrcKELL. WESTMORELAND, N. Y. —= THE CANADA A WRITER in the New England Farmer thus describes the Canada or wild goose : Among the birds which migrate far from northern lati- tudes during the winter months, there is no species viewed with more general interest than the Canada goose, especially in New England, and yet in the majority of cases the ex- tent of the knowledge of these birds is confined to their harsh note of ‘‘awhonk honk,” and their regular and sys- tematic manner of flight. The plumage of this goose is very handsomely marked; the head a glossy black, as is also the neck, except a band of white across the throat; the upper part of the body is grayish brown, the wing coverts pale gray edged with brown, the lower parts of the body shading into grayish white, the abdomen pure white and the tail black. The movements of the Canada goose upon the land are rather awkward, but upon the water they are extremely graceful, resembling the gray swan. The native land of this magnificent bird is far to the north, great numbers of them being found in Labrador and the adjacent islands ; here they remain during the short summer of those latitudes, breeding quite abundantly. Their nests are usually formed upon the ground, of small sticks and plants and coarse grass ; the eggs are of a dull greenish tint, rather elliptical in form, and somewhat larger than a medium hen’s egg ; the period of incubation is four weeks. The male bird dur- ing this time never leaves the side of the female, except to procure food, and takes her place at intervals. The young brood follow their parents to the water at a very early age, and are watched over and taught by both until they are able to care for themselves, and the whole family remain together until the following spring. Early in September the various families begin to gather for a general departure for a more genial climate, and at the first prospect of a snow storm, the note of departure is sounded, and after an hour or two spent in teaching the young their order of march they start, usually with an ex- tended front, then in asingle line, but gradually assume the angular form in which we most commonly see them ; the elder males take the front, the females follow, and the young according to their strength, the weakest having the rear. They usually continue their flight two or three days before they are sufficiently fatigued and hungry to care to take much. rest, but they occasionally stop for a night or day in the neighborhood of some lake or arm of the sea to satisfy the cravings of hunger and renew their strength. Great numbers of them proceed as fur south as Texas and Florida, although some remain in the Middle States, during winter, but they breed in these warm countries very spar- GOOSE. 260 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ingly, and they evidently consider themselves as only sojourners in these sunny lands, and with the first approach of spring they joyfully commence their migrations north- ward, often so early as to encounter snow storms and fogs, which bewilder and trouble them exceedingly. They are said to have a wonderful acuteness of sight and hearing, and seem readily to distinguish between the step of a deer or other animal and that of man. They are quite shy and vigilant, especially near the sea coast, and usually one or more stand sentinels while the flock repose. The flesh of the Canada goose is much more palatable when found inland than those taken near the sea coast, on account of the difference in their food, which in the one case is comprised largely of fresh water plants, corn, and grass, and in the other, of marine insects, shell, and a marsh grass. They, in common with other varieties of the tribe, attain a venerable age, some having been known to have lived forty or fifty years. Their weight is from five to eight pounds. They are easily tamed, and with a little care it is thought by many that they might become a valuable acqui- sition to our domestic fowls. eo - ESSEX COUNTY (MASS.) POULTRY ASSO- CIATION. Tue following is the official list of premiums awarded at the first annual exhibition, held at Salem, on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, March 4th, 5th, and 6th: The newspapers awarded as premiums were as follows: To No. 3, Peabody Press, one year ; No. 7, Salem Giazette, one year; No. 10, Salem Observer, one year ; No. 11, Salem Reg- ister, one year; No. 12, Salem Post, one year; No. 23, Mas- sachusetts Ploughman, one year. The latter was presented by Dr. George B. Loring; the others by the publishers. CLASS I. Light Brahmas—Fowls—1st and 2d, Joseph Hutchinson, Lynn; 3d, J. C. Underhill, West Peabody. Chicks—lst and 2d, Mark Pitman, North Beverly ; 3d, Joseph Hutchin- son, Lynn. Dark Brahmas—Fowls—Ist and 2d, Mark Pitman, North Beverly; 3d, Charles P. Jacobs, Peabody. Chicks—lst, Mark Pitman, North Beverly; 2d, W. M. Ward, Peabody; 3d, Mark Pitman, North Beverly. Buff Cochins—Fowls—1st, Mark Pitman, North Beverly ; 2d, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield; 3d, John Swinerton, Danvers. Chicks—Ist, Mark Pitman, North Beverly; 2d and 3d, John Swinerton, Danvers. Partridge Cochins—Fowls— ist, E. R. Perkins, Salem ; 2d, George F. Barnes, Peabody. Chicks—lst, W. B. & W. A. Atwill, Lynn; 2d, Bennett Griffin, Gloucester; 3d, E. C. Spofford, Peabody. Black Cochins—Fowls—Ist and 2d, 8. J. Dow, Peabody. Chicks —lst, E. R. Perkins, Salem; 2d, S. J. Dow, Peabody; 3d, James F. Foye, Peabody. White Cochins—Fowls—ad, J. E. Hathway, Salem. Chicks—Ilst, D. B. Wallace, Lynn- field; 2d, J. C. Underhill, West Peabody; 3d, H. R. Per- kins, Salem. CLASS II. Black Spanish—Fowls—lst, John C. Ropes, Salem; 2d, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield; 3d, C. P. Barrett, Gloucester. Chicks—lst, Sumner Southwick, Peabody; 2d, John C. Ropes, Salem; 3d, Gardner Webster, Salem. Brown Leg- horns—Chicks—Ilst, Jesse Tyler, Peabody; 2d, George R. Harris, Salem ; 3d, J. C. Underhill, West Peabody. White Leghorns—Fowls—lst and 2d, George D. Walton, Peabody ; 3d, Iva J. Patch, Lynn. Chicks—Ist, Samuel J. Pettingill, Salem; 2d, Andrew P. Lufkin, Gloucester; 3d, C. P. Bar- rett, Gloucester. Dominique Leghorns—Chicks—Ist and 2d, Aaron Low, Essex; 3d, Bennett Griffin, Gloucester. CLASS ITI. Earl Derby Games—Chicks—I1st, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield. Black Red Games—Fowl|s—lst, David P. Waters, Salem; 2d, John Daniels, Salem. Chicks—Ist, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield ; 2d, H. Proctor, Salem; 3d, David Gilbert, Mar- blehead. Brown Red Games—Fowls—2d, David Gillert, Marblehead. Chicks—lst and 2d, D. B. Wallace, Lynn- field. Ginger Red Games—Fowls—l1st, D. B. Wallace, Lynn- field; 2d, David Gillert, Marblehead. Yellow Duckwings— Chicks—1st, L. J. Townes, Salem; 2d, W. H. Harrington, Peabody. Red Pile Games—Fowls—lst, John Daniels, Salem. Chicks—Ilst, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield. White Piles—Chicks—lst, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield. White Georgians—Chicks—l1st, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield. Irish Grays—Chicks—Ist, David P. Waters, Salem. Claiborne Games—Fow|ls—l\st, L. J. Townes, Salem. CLASS IV. White Dorkings—Fowls—lst, Sumner Southwick, Pea- body; 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—2d, KE. R. Per- kins, Salem. Colored Dorkings—Fowls—Ist, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—lst, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Plymouth Rocks—Fow|s—Ist and 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem; 3d, Geo. B. Loring, Salem. Chicks—I1st, Mark Pitman, North Beverly ; 2d, Samuel Newman, Peabody; 3d, E. R. Per- kins, Salem. Rose-comb Dominiques—Chicks—1st, John Swinerton, Danvers; 2d and 3d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. CLASS V. Golden Spangled Hamburgs—Fow|ls—Ist, EK. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—Ilst, E. R. Perkins, Salem; 2d, Joseph Hutchinson, Lynn. Silver Spangled Hamburgs—Fow|s— Ist and 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—lst, E. R. Per- kins, Salem; 2d, Mrs. G. L. Streeter, Salem; 3d, Bennett Griffin, Gloucester. Black Hamburgs—Fowls—2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—lst, C. P. Barrett, Gloucester ; 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. CLASS VI. White-crested Black Polish—Fowls—Ist, C. H. Beckford, Salem; 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—Ist and 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Golden Spangled. Polish—Fowls—2d and 3d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks—1st, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Silver Snangled Polish—Fow|s—Ist, John Swiner- ton, Danvers; 2d, Samuel Newman, Peabody. Chicks—lst and 2d, John Swinerton, Danvers. CLASS VII. Houdans—Fow|ls—lst, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Chicks— 1st, E, R. Perkins, Salem. CLASS VIII. Black Red Game Bantams—Fowls—\st, N. B. Perkins, Jr., Salem; 2d, John C. Ropes, Salem; 8d, Jeremiah Fos- ter, Jr., Beverly. Chicks—Ist, T. O. Wardwell, North An- dover ; 2d, D. B. Wallace, Lynnfield; 8d, George R Harris, Salem. Golden Duckwing Game Bantams—Chicks—2d, C. A. Beckford, Salem. Silver Duckwing Game Bantams— Chicks—2d, C. A. Beckford, Salem. CLASS IX. Golden Sebright Bantams—Fowls—Ist, E. R. Perkins, Salem ; 8d, John C. Ropes, Salem. Chicks—2d, R. G. Bux- ton, Peabody. Silver Sebright Bantams—Fowls—Ist, T. O. Wardwell, North Andover; 2d, E. R. Perkins, Salem. Black African Bantams—Chicks—I1st, John C. Ropes, Salem. CLASS X.—No Competition. CLASS XI. White China Geese (young)—I|st, Daniel Buxton, Peabody. Gray China Geese (old)—1st, Robert G. Buxton, Peabody ; 2d, Samuel Newman, Peabody; 3d, Robert G. Buxton, Peabody. Bremen Geese—I|st, John 8. Ives, Salem. CLASS XII. Aylesbury Ducks (young)—I\st, Robert G. Buxton, Pea- body. Rouen Ducks—lst, Robert G. Buxton, Peabody ; 2d, T. O. Wardwell, North Andover; 8d, John A. Gibney, Salem. Cayuga Ducks—lst, R. G. Buxton, Peabody; 2d, Bennett Griffin, Gloucester. CLASS XIII—PIGEONS. Black Pouters—i1st, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. White Pouters—2d, Mrs. G L. Streeter, Salem; 3d, George W. Boynton, Georgetown. Black Carriers—ist, George W. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 261 Boynton, Georgetown; 2d, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Red Carriers—3d, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. White Fantails— Ist, George W. Boynton, Georgetown; 3d, Ira 8. Patch, Lynn. White Fantails (Smooth Head)—2d, Robert G. Bux- ton, Peabody. Almond Tumblers—ist, R. H. Justice, Law- rence; 2d, George W. Boynton, Georgetown. Blue Bald Head Tumblers—3d, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Red Jacobins —Ist, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. .Black Jacobins—2d, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Nwns—lst, Geo. W. Boynton, George- town. Black Magpies—\st, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Yel- low-cap Magpies—2d, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. Black Magpies—3d, Geo. W. Boynton, Georgetown. Blue Owls— 1st, R. H. Justice, Lawrence. 2d, George W. Boynton, Georgetown. George W. Boynton, Georgetown. George W. Boynton, Georgetown. CLASS XIV.—No Specimens. CLASS XY. Stuffed Birds—1st, N. Vickary, Lynn; 2d, Raymond Newcomb, Salem. White Trumpeters—lst and Blue Runts—\st, Black Runts—2d, (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A DISEASE NEW TO ME. Mr. Epiror. I wish briefly to describe a disease which affected two of my Ginger Red Game fowls, a stag anda pullet: The stag showed symptoms of roup, I thought, but the peculiar part of it was, that both the head and neck began to twist until it became spiral shaped; then the loss of the use of their legs. In attempting to right themselves they would tumble in all sorts of shapes; and the pullet did not seem to be sick - otherwise, indeed, both would eat when held so that they could pick, but partially lost sight, as in roup. I cut off the head of the stag from Berghian motives, and let the -pullet lay with her neck all twisted until she died, to see the course of the disease. I must also mention that a spasmodic twitching sometimes was manifested. I wish some one could give cause and remedy for this additional discouragement to poultry breeding, and perhaps oblige others besides. vV.M.F. DuFrrigLps, Wrest VA. oe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TO BOX A PAIR OF FOWLS. TAKE some cheap lumber, two pieces 16 inches wide, and 24 inches long, for the top and bottom, then nail on strips of lath for the ends and sides; nail the strips on as wide apart as it will bear, so as not to let the fowls out; if you get the strips too near together, there is a liability of the fowls getting their heads fast; this makes a very conveni- ent box for sending off fowls; it is very light, and a great saving of express charges. There is a great necessity. for providing food and water for fowls for the journey. There should be a tin cup tacked in one corner of the box about six inches from the bottom, to hold the water, and a small sack of grain, so the Express Company can feed them, and mark the box thus: Feed, and water, morning and eve- ning. P. J. KELLER. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) POULTRY.—STRAY GRAINS. Freep your poultry raw onions chopped fine, mixed with other food, about twice a week; it is better than a dozen cures for chicken cholera. Garlic fed once or twice a week is excellent for colds. Close up all cracks in poultry houses near the roosting poles. Fowls very much dislike air which reaches them through cracks and crevices. See that plenty of pure water is within easy reach of your chickens at all times. Earth worms are greatly relished by confined fowls. Takeaspade _ and turn over the ground once each day for your hens. Mix wood and coal ashes, dry sand, and a little flour of sulphur, and place where your fowls will dust themselves in it; it will keep them clear of vermin. Give corn meal scalded with water, in which is added two tablespoonfuls of cop- peras dissolved ; two good sized red peppers are steeped and mixed with the meal; feed it to them when they first leave This is the best preventive of P. J. KELLER. the roost in the morning. chicken cholera. A GREAT CURIOSITY. Last week Mr. Henry Kline, of Juniata township, brought to this office one of the most remarkable curiosities we ever saw. This consisted of a hen’s egg, having a well developed snake inside the shell. The egg was one that was fresh laid and full size. When broken, Mr. Kline no- ticed something mixed in the white which he thought he would take out. He, therefore, lifted it up, when he no- ticed it move, and closer examination showed a tongue dart out in the most approved snake fashion, while the eyes could be plainly seen. So singular a freak of nature was worth particular notice, and so he placed the egg and snake in a glass and brought it to this office, where it was examined by a great number of persons, all of whom expressed their as- tonishment. The snake was about two inches long and about as thick as a turkey quill, and was almost colorless. The questions which naturally arise are, how did it come there, and what would have been the result had the ege been hatched ?—Bloomfield (Pa ) Times. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SHEDD’S ALBIONS. Jos. M. WanDE, Esq. Dear Srr: At your request, I send you an article on my ‘Albions.’’ About twenty years ago, a gentleman re- ceived a very.large white hen from a friend in New York, now supposed to have been a single comb Light Brahma. This hen was bred with a single-comb White Dorking cock- erel. The progeny was bred im for two years; then another white cockerel (I do not know what breed) was bred with these pullets; the result was very fine birds were obtained. The breed was kept as pure as possible, never breeding any birds with feathers on the legs, or with five toes. When I first bought my birds they were of smaller size than they now grow. I bought them in 1864, and they were fine birds then. They have been bred with care, and will now breed true. They are very hardy, very good layers, and good mothers, not offering to sit as often as the Brahma.’ I have had them weigh four pounds apiece when about three months old. The plumage is pure white, except on the male bird. When two years old or more will show cream color, the legs bright orange yellow perfectly free from feathers, face bright red. I can show three generations of perfect specimens. Yours respectfully, Wo. E. SHEDD. gas The Forester Club, of Penn Yan, Yates county, New York, have just placed 100,000 young salmon trout into Keuka Lake. Over 250,000 of these fish have been put into these waters within the past three years, and the largely increased number of small fish caught in the lake last year, shows that the efforts at restocking have not been without its useful results, 262 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Htems Huteresting and Amvsing. B@¥~ Carlisle has a hen that lays eggs with a perfectly black shell. The hen is of the Dark Brahma breed, and has laid nine of these black eggs. kes When your pocketbook gets empty, and everybody knows it, you can put all your friends in it and it won’t “ bulge’ out worth a cent. geg~ Henry Williams, a boy 16 years of age, was killed a few days ago at Wells, by the accidental discharge of a gun which he was dragging along by the muzzle. ge@g~ The Spring Exhibition of the Chester County Agri- cultural Society, will be held at West Chester, on the sixth of June—one day only. The premium list has been revised on a liberal scale, agricultural horse-racing being quite prominent, there being no less than five premiums under this head, ranging from $200, $150, and so on down. ges” On Ayjip’s banks, contiguous to the Noile, King Pharoah’s daughter wint to walk a whoile; And peeling off her dhubs to take a schwim, Ran up and down the banks to dry her sckin ; And rushing thro’ the rushes thick and thin Discovered the basket that the choild lay in, And.thin and there she croid in accent woild, ‘Which ay yees ladies owns this choild? It’s none 0’ your own gossoon’s you’re quick to say ; An’ that’s the thruth, I’ve known you many a day; But since we’ve found him in the bed of roses, By all means let us christen him Moses.’’ nag Not long since a gentleman found in his hennery a simple-minded soul of the vicinity, who lived without any visible means of support. ‘* What are you doing here, you rascal—stealing my chickens?” ‘No sir; I thought of doing nothing of the sort.” It unfortunately happened that the simple-mined individual wore a high hat of the dimen- sions of a beehive, and the crown thereof was dilapidated to a serious extent. Just as he had put in his denial, the head ofa half-grown pullet was seen to protrude from the aperture. ‘(See here,’’ said the gentleman, ‘‘ how did that chicken get into your hat?’’ « Well, sure, your honor,’’ exclaimed the simple-mined individual, with an air of honest surprise and embarrassment, ‘that is the strangest thing that ever happened to me. I suppose the creature must have crawled up my trowsers’ legs.’’ ga@s- Mr. Darwin's “ Missina Linx.’’—On the Island of Borneo has been found a certain race of wild creatures, of which kindred varieties have been discovered in the Philippine Islands, in Terra del Fuego, and in South America. They walk unusually, almost erect, and, in that attitude, measure about four feet in height. They construct no habitations, form no families, and scarcely associate to- gether, sleep in caves and trees, feed on snakes and vermin, on ants’ eggs, and on each other. They cannot be tamed or forced to any labor, and are hunted and shot among the trees like the great gorilla, of which they are a stunted copy. When captured alive, one finds with surprise, that their un- couth, jabbering sounds are like articulate language. They turn up a human face to gaze at their captors, and the fe- males show instincts of modesty; in fine, these wretched beings are men and women.—Siam Weekly Advertiser. jegs- A QuESTION FOR THE PosTMASTER.—A lady of Hibernian extraction, rather tall and gaunt, who supports a husband and several children on a barren ranch at the southern end of the county, afforded entertainment for a dozen or more people at the Post Office of one of our West- ern cities. Elbowing her way through the crowd to the window of the stamp clerk, she presented to his vision a live rooster, and demanded what the postage would be on the feathered gentleman to a neighboring station. The clerk, after considerable debate, succeeded in proving to the lady that such articles were not allowed to pass through the Post Office. Res” A very peculiar specimen of the fox tribe, says the West Chester American Republican, made its appearance recently on the Brandywine and Doe Run hills. It was pursued from time to time by a pack of thirty trained fox hounds, but every time Reynard was equal to the emergency, and went under the Doe Run rocks, where he could not be dug out. At the hole where the fox usually went under, there were finally stationed ten dogs, and a party of men. The rest of the pack soon after found his trail, and when they began to run him pretty close, he made for the hole as usual, but seeing the unhealthy look of affairs about home, he turned, and after a long run, took the earth on the farm of Jos. L. Pratt, in Newline, where he was dug out. He proved to be one of the strangest foxes ever seen in that part of the country, having the appearance of a Maltese cat, and is of an entirely different color from the foxes of that section. He was taken to Mr. Clayton’s fox kennel, on his farm near Marshalton. pas~ WILD GoosE SHooTina.—The season for wild goose shooting on Long Island has commenced. As the birds are very shy, it requires a good deal of skill on the part of the sportsman to come near enough for a shot. The method generally employed, is to obtain from fifteen to twenty wild geese, by “‘winging ”’ them on their passage north or south —the old-fashioned ‘‘stoolers’’ being regarded as entirely behind the age. These are tamed so that they can be “lined” to stakes, when they are taken to the bars where the wild geese usually stop to feed, and fastened to stakes put down in the sand out of sight, while the gunner conceals himself in a box sunk in the sand, and partially covered by sea- weed or meadow grass. When flocks of wild geese are passing, these partially tamed ones will call them, and usually they will fly near by, or alight, when the gunner rises and shoots. Experts have killed as many as twenty- five atashot. The flocks of tame geese are regarded as very valuable. ges- TEACHING A BULLFINCH To Pipg.—A bird organ can be had at any musical-instrument shop. The bird must be taken in hand when very young, and before he has had an opportunity of learning any other song. Confine him in a dark closet, or prevent him from haying his attention dis- tracted by outward objects, by covering his cage with a cloth. Then give him his lessons early in the morning on an empty stomach, and reward a chirp with a grain of hempseed. After morning lessons give him his breakfast, and eat your own in the exercise of great faith. Always play your tune from beginning to end without a stop, with an organ—any other plan, of course, is impossible, the diffi- culty sometimes being to get a refractory instrument to stop when you wish it; but if you vary your instrumental solo with whistling, you must not whistle snatches of any mel- FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 263 ody, but the entire tune. Teaching Bullfinches to pipe well is an art almost entirely confined to the Continent, and well- drilled birds realize high prices. Many can pipe a simple air almost to its close, but when they come to the last bar, they finish with a cadence scarcely more melodious than the fag end of a Cochin cock’s melancholy crow.—W. A. BLaK- ston, in Journal of Horticulture. ypes> A Mapras Fisu Story.—The coroner has held an inquest at the General Hospital, Madras, respecting the death of a native man who is reported to have died from suffocation by a fish accidentally jumping into his throat. It appeared that the deceased was catching fish in a shallow tank with his hands, and having caught one about six inches long and one and a half inches thick, he placed the head of it in his mouth and bit it, as the fish was troublesome and wiggled about. While thus employed one of the sharp points in the back fin stuck in his hand, and on opening his mouth and crying out for help, the fish jumped into his throat and stuck there. The deceased tried to remove the fish, but was unable to do so. He was taken to the General Hospital, and the fish was removed by small pieces. Dr. Paul stated that he tried to remove the fish, but was unable to do so, and found that the only means of removing the fish from the man’s throat was by making an opening in the neck. The deceased was much exhausted, and died as soon as the fish was removed, the following day at 10 a.m. The jury in their verdict found that the deceased died from suffocation by a fish accidentally sticking in his throat.—Madras Atheneum. Gorrespoudence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Eprror Fanciers’ JOURNAL. Dear Sir: Can you tell me what is the matter with pigeons when they sit moping around in corners, lose all appetite, and eventually die. I have lost dozens of pigeons by this disease, and not knowing what to do to help them, have had to have their necks wrung. If you can answer the above, and give a remedy for it, I will be much obliged. Please answer through the columns of your valuable paper. Ww. V. «K. SAVANNAH, Ga., April 7th, 1874. ase em (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A LIBERAL OFFER. Jos. M. Wangs, Esq. I highly value your paper, and desire that it may add many fold to its already large circulation, and in order to lend my aid to that end, I will give two sittings of Brown Leghorn eggs to the first person sending you five new sub- scribers, accompanied with the cash, before May Ist. Eggs front my pedigree stock, fresh and well packed, and deliv- ered to express. Respectfully, ; Tuomas. H. Watton. DoyeEstown, Pa., April 13, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: It may benefit some of your readers to know an easy and safe way of packing eggs that I have adopted this season. I take a sheet of soft wrapping or, tissue paper about twenty by sixteen inches, fold it into four the long way, which gives me a four-inch strip twenty inches long, into which I roll the egg tightly, without mashing the edges of the strip down to the egg; then I take a string and tie it around the paper as close to the butt end of the egg as I can, which will be about an inch from the edge of the paper; then I shape the end out so that I have just the shape of an egg cup, and that will stand up just as an egg cup, and strong enough to prevent anything touching the butt end of the egg. The sides will be sixteen thicknesses of paper around each egg. I then take a basket six and a half inches deep by eight inches inside measure, into which I put about two inches of uncut hay boiled down, into which I set my egg cups with their eggs, and then fill in between and on top with cut hay, so that the corn goes in closely, and find that the eggs carry safely and well. Hoping that this will help some that cannot get any pat- ent arrangement, I am Yours truly, Jno. D. OaKForp. eel (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: The weekly visits of your valuable paper have long ago become fondly anticipated, and I hope for you the largest show of success, as the results of your labors in pro- ducing a poultry weekly. My papers are becoming well worn in circulating them, and very likely shall ask you to send me some back numbers to complete my file, which I wish to preserve for binding. FLOORS OF POULTRY HOUSES. I have noticed several articles in your paper, in regard to the best method of preparing and preserving floors in poul- try houses, and would like to mention to you my plan: In building, I first set short posts in the ground, boarding them up on both sides and filling with sand and tan bark be- tween the walls, and laying my sills on top of the posts; then filling up the entire space inclosed with, at first, small stones, then coarse gravel, and last fine gravel, nearly as high as the sills; then I make divisions for pens, leaving floor a deep gravel bed, always dry, and by having the top fine the hens need no other dusting material. Every fall I take off as deep as it has become foul, and add new gravel. With a little care in gathering the droppings once a day, it will never become very foul, and the hens seem to enjoy scratch- ing and picking it over. I believe such a floor is less likely to be troubled with vermin than when made of boards; in fact I have never been troubled at all. Yours very truly, J. D. Hammonp. . (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: Can any of your readers inform me the cause of different hens, of the same breed, in the same yard, laying eggs the shells of which are different colors? Some of my hens lay eggs the shells of which are very dark brown, some a dark buff, and others between the two. I make a specialty of Light Brahmas, and they all have the same care, so I cannot account for the difference in color. Can any one also tell me whether or no there should be any definite color for Light Brahma eggs? Yours respectfully, ERIE, Pa., April 4, 1874. Ny AUG UG 264 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosepH M. Wapzr, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. a Sfocms J OURNAL ao) OULTRY (GFacnanes, y JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum...... Six Copies, one year,. Specimen Copies, by mail,. ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an ineh of ‘space. 1 inch of space, set SOlid.............008 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid. 1 page, 216 lines, SOlid............ccceeeees 21 60, of Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid-for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. REDUCTION IN WHOLESALE PRICE. We call particular attention to the advertisement in this number of the Journal, of E. 5S. Ralph, Secretary of the American Poultry Association, in which it will be noticed that the wholesale price of small lots has been greatly reduced. Every Fancier will want a copy of the new Standard, whether they approve of it or not. — See + THe RuopEe Istanpd PouLTRY AND COLUMBARIAN So- cieTY have opened rooms, as headquarters, in Rhodes’ Block, 207 Westminster Street, Providence, which they propose to have open at all times, to be supplied*with all the poultry periodicals published ; and request breeders, and other societies to send circulars and other matter which might be useful in the rooms located as above. —w3ee SEX OF EGGS. WiiiaM J. Pye says: ‘In regard to the egg mystery, I forgot to mention that when the air chamber is not vis- ible it indicates that the life principle is absent, and of course the egg will not hatch, which can be proven by breaking the shell, when you will observe that there is no impregna- tion, there being no tread attached to the fibre at the large end. By the above-mentioned method it may be ascer- tained which is the last egg from a non-sitter that will hatch. But with the other breeds one impregnation is sufficient for a sitting of eggs. When the hen begins to cluck, this is the time to begin to breed true to her kind by a judicious selec- tion of mate, so as to avoid ‘sports,’ unless you have fol- lowed the still better plan of selecting in the fall a vigorous cock to run with about thirty hens, so that when the hatch- ing season has arrived the hens are all impregnated, and the cock is no longer needed if you require the majority of the chicks to be pullets. Better results follow this plan than when more males are employed in proportion to the number of hens in the same pen.”’ Hird und Smwl Let Department. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE CANARY BIRD. Tuer Canary is now reared in almost every civilized coun- try. More than three hundred years ago a ship sailing from the Canary Islands, laden with merchandise and a few Canaries, was wrecked on the coast of Italy. The birds escaped to the timbered lands near the coast, where they bred freely, and would have become naturalized had not the sweetness and brilliancy of their notes attracted the natives, who were possessed of so strong a desire to obtain them that by continually hunting them the wild breed became extinct. After this circumstance the captured birds spread rapidly over all Europe. In a state of nature the Canary nests in shrubs on the banks of small streams, which are numerous in their native islands. The original color of the Canary was not like those of the present day, but of a brownish olive-green mixed with black and yellow. The present brilliant hues of plumage have been produced by cross-breeding with other birds. Fanciers, by careful management, have instituted rules by which the arrangement of coloring of the Canary can be bred of any shade between that of the parrot-green, orange, and lemon, but still the original color will appear occasion- ally, even when two lemon-colored birds are mated together. The Canary is now bred for this market principally in Germany, in the kingdom of Hanover, where the peasants make their chief means of subsistence by their breeding. Tourists are sure to visit the Hartz Mountains, the great bird-breeding mart of the world. While the United States receive their supply mostly from this locality, some are im- ported from France, Belgium, and Holland. The song of the Canary has also changed under this pro- cess of cross-breeding. One accustomed to listen to their original notes would scarcely recognize in the modern bird the song of their progenitor. The price paid by the importer varies, but is usually about one dollar each, according to the beauty of plumage and excellence of song. German peasants manufacture small wooden cages in large numbers from fir wood, which grows upon the moun- tain sides. Some are dome-shaped and some are square, and about eight inches long by four inches in height and width. Every bird has a separate cage, and every cage is made entirely of wood; pegs, instead of nails, are used to fasten them together. They are manufactured at the small price of two cents each. It is estimated that about fifty thousand Canaries are im- ported annually into America. During the passage they require careful attention daily in feeding and watering. The cages are arranged in divisions, so as to allow the keepers to pass between them to feed the birds and clean the cages. If cleanliness is neglected, sickness is engen- dered, and many birds will perish in consequence. The usual cargo for a single ship consists of about four thousand birds. VARIETIES. There are three varieties known in America, viz.: the German, French, and Belgian. The German are designated as the short and the Belgian as the long breed, while the FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 265 French are intermediate, and perhaps may have originated by a cross between the two varieties. The German bird excels as a singer; the French bird ranks next. While the Belgian bird does not sing generally so well, it is so exquisitely formed that in the eyes of a fan- cier it more than compensates for its deficiency of song. Enthusiasts recognize in this highly-formed Canary ten points, viz.: Small flat head ; long and slender neck; high and square shoulders; the back well rounded, so as to form a segment of a circle ; general neatness of aspect and length of tail, inclining in a circle with the back; thinness and length of the bird; erectness and length of limbs; closeness of feathers ; richness of color. These are the points as given by Mr. Barnsly, an English fancier. They recognize three varieties of the Belgian, viz.: Erect, roughed, and hooped. In this country the long French bird takes the place of the erect Belgian, and we only recognize the hooped bird as the Belgian. Choice specimens sometimes sell for one hundred dollars. COLOR. The yellow and the mealy are the colors most prized, but it is considered that the mottled and green birds have the strongest constitutions. In Europe the breeding of Canaries is reduced to a science. Societies are formed, which hold annual exhibi- tions and offer prizes for competition. Enthusiastic fanciers recognize some thirty varieties, which are arranged under two divisions, viz.: plain and variegated. The plain are designated as gay or gay spangled ; the variegated as fancy birds. The Jonque or Jonquil isa bright yellow bird; the Mealy is a pale yellow intermingled with white, which makes the bird appear as if sprinkled with meal; the Lizard is a green bird spotted with yellow, with a cap of a rich yellow color; the highly-prized Cinna- mon bird is so called on account of it resembling in color cinnamon bark. DESIGNATION OF SEX. The male bird is the songster. The female scarcely ever sings; if so, their notes are weak and effeminate, and they never fill out under their throats while articulating notes, as do the males. The male has a short stout beak and is wide between the eyes, with a flat head. The wider they are between the eyes the better. The crown of the head of the female is more round than the male. TO DISTINGUISH OLD FROM YOUNG BIRDS. The feet and legs of young birds are smooth and glossy; the toe-nails are short. Old birds have rough and scaly feet, with long toe-nails. It sometimes is necessary to trim the nails to prevent their being caught in the wires of the cage. MODE OF IMPROVING THEIR SONG. In Europe great attention is paid to improving the song of Canaries. The two modes are practiced as follows: A large cage is constructed with close partitions, being divided into sections which effectually excludes the view from each other. A superior singing bird—a Nightingale or Skylark —is placed within hearing, but out of sight. By listening to the beautiful notes they are taught to imitate. In six months they will have acquired perfection, when they can be removed to separate cages. Another method is: When young birds are first beginning to try to sing, they are sep- arated from the parent bird to prevent them from acquiring the song of the old bird. The room is made quite dark, with just enough light admitted to enable them to see to eat. A musical instrument is constructed, called a bird-organ, and is played for an hour each day in the room, in the hearing of the young birds. Nothing else attracting their attention, they become attentive listeners, and soon attempt to practice the song, which in the course of time they are enabled to perfectly repeat. FOOD AND MANAGEMENT. The food best adapted to their use is clear canary seed. Sometimes it is mixed with one-fourth of rape seed. Hemp seed should not be used, as it produces too much fat. Occa- sionally they should be allowed a sprig of lettuce or cab- bage-leaf, or a piece of apple. They should be fed and given fresh water every day. The cage should be kept clean, and the bottom of the cage should be sprinkled with gravel. This will supersede the necessity of cuttle-fish bone, unless it can be conveniently supplied. MOULTING SEASON. The moulting season takes place once each year, generally during September or October. The casting-off of plumage and the formation of a new dress necessarily produces indis- position sufficient to cause them to cease their song. During this period especial attention should be given them; the tem- perature of their room should be uniform, and they should be free from drafts of cold air; the cage should be sus- pended three feet from the ceiling, in order to avoid the deleterious air and gas escaping from the combustion of coal. MATING AND BREEDNG CANARIES. The mating of Canaries for breeding purposes requires in- struction as well as experience in order to insure success. Breeding-cages can be obtained from dealers, suitably arranged for exercise, nesting, &c. They are provided with a shelf perforated with an opening sufficiently large to con- tain a nest (which is usually made of wire-gauze), besides perches, feed cups, &c. The cage should be hung at least a foot above your head, and should occupy a southerly aspect, if possible, and not be moved until the breeding season is over. Should a cage be used that had previously been employed for this purpose, it would be a safer plan to scald it with water made alkaline by baking soda, and then revarnished. In selecting the pair, several things are to be considered : 1st, the desired sex ; 2d, color; 3d, the size and shape of the birds. A young male and an old female mated together produce mostly male offspring, which is greatly to be desired. Males and females of about the same age mated produce about equal proportions of male and female young. 2d. Color.—To produce a handsome yellow bird, the male should be a Jonquil; the female should be a Mealy bird. Such a union will usually produce pure yellow birds; while aclear yellow male mated with a green female will usually produce handsome mottled young. A very deep yellow male mated with a very deep green or brown hen often pro- duces the highly-prized Cinnamon bird. 3d. Shape.—In breeding for form much taste can be dis- played. Some prize form more than color or song. MULES. A female Canary will mate with several varieties of birds, and their offspring are called mules. The males from some of these crosses are fine singers, and command high prices 266 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. on account of their beauty and song. These mules mated again with the female Canary are prolific. Among the varieties of birds employed in producing mules may be mentioned the Linnet, Goldfinch, Bullfinch, Siskin, Red- pole, and Bluebird, besides several other varieties. Before placing the male and female Canary together, this precaution should be taken: The female should be put in the breeding-cage and hung on one side of the room, while the male should be suspended directly on the opposite side of the room, in a separate cage, in sight of the female. When he sings and calls to the hen bird, and she returns his call, then they can be placed together, and though they may at first quarrel, it will only be of short duration; they will soon become reconciled with each other and will mate. When the male is observed feeding the hen, you may be certain that it is right. After having been mated about a week the hen will lay from four to six eggs (one each day), and will sit from four- teen to sixteen days, bringing out one bird per day, in the same order as they were laid. Never disturb the eggs or they will not hatch. The birds may be mated during the months of February, March, or April. There should always be placed in the mating-cage a piece of mortar for the formation of shell, or the hen may lay soft-shell eggs. There is also required some untwisted manilla rope, cut into sections of one inch in length, with perhaps an addition of a small quantity of deer hair, for the formation of a nest. After the young are hatched, if the male bird gives his mate too much attention, or is quarrelsome, he should be placed in his own cage until the young are nearly feathered and leave the nest to feed,themselves. After they have perched a few nights they can be separated from their mother and the male returned, and another brood reared, which operation may be repeated until seven broods are raised in one season. FOOD FOR YOUNG BIRDS. As additional food for young birds, besides canary and rape seed, they should be allowed hard-boiled egg and cracker rolled fine, and fed to them in small quantities sev- eral times each day. The same food should be given to the old birds during the breeding season. When the young birds are able to orack seeds, which they will do at six weeks of age, the soft food can be replaced by cracked seed or soaked rape seed. Hemp seed should never be fed, as it will kill them. Never allow two crested birds to pair, as their progeny are liable to be bald or malformed about the head. One male bird will serve half a dozen hens during the breeding season. This plan, in my opinion, is more certain to raise young birds. The parent birds can occupy a small room with nests fastened to the wall, with material handy for constructing nests, also food and water. A German friend pursues successfully this plan every year, and it is marvelous to note his success in raising young. Some Canaries will never mate; nothing will reconcile them. In this event another hen should be tried until one is found that is disposed to assume the responsibility of rear- ing a family. The female bird builds the nest, and the male selects the location and carries the nesting material to his mate. In constructing the nest the female is in constant motion, and by her loving mancuvres invites her mate to the act of pairing. 5 The eggs are of a sea-green color, more or less spotted and streaked with reddish-brown and violet. The male sits on the nest, relieving the female, a few hours each day during the period of incubation. Should either of them be- come addicted to the vice of breaking their eggs, they should be bountifully fed with egg and bread, which should be constantly kept within their reach. Should they persist, the eggs should be removed as fast as laid, and their places supplied with artificial ones. When the young are hatched the male assumes the chief responsibility of feeding them, which consumes most of his time. Instances are recorded of talking Canaries. One is men- tioned by Prof. Hawkins; a bird that was exhibited in the streets of London a few years ago. Mr. Sothly, in a com- munication to the Zoological Society of London, gives a description of a talking Canary, owned by a friend, that can whistle a few bars of ‘‘God Save the King,” and also repeat a few words, as ‘¢ Minnie,” ‘‘ Kiss Minnie,” &c. Not many years ago a traveling showman will be recol- lected as exhibiting, in the streets of the principal cities, some performing Canaries. They were taken from the cage and placed on a small stand, dressed in diminutive clothes, some harnessed in a wagon, another driving, and others riding in the carriage. Ata given signal the coach started, and at the ringing of the bell they stopped to be put into their cage. They were again placed upon the table to ex- hibit their proficiency in drill. All were arrayed in regi- mentals, guns being held in one claw, one bird acting the part of drill-master, and when he whistled a few notes the soldiers hopped on the other foot, keeping time. Finally the performance ended by one of the number firing a diminu- tive cannon. : Dr. J. M. Bechstein, in his ‘‘ Natural History of the Birds of Germany,’ and who is an acknowledged authority, relates the following instance of their sagacity, and remarks that instances are known in which they have not only been taught to repeat short words distinctly, but to distinguish colors, numbers, letters, &c. He also says: ‘‘I once saw a female in possession of a person named Jeanlot, of Befort, in Alsace, which selected from the alphabet, and placed in order, the letters of certain words, added, subtracted, and multiplied in German, and indicated, by means of numbers, the exact time of a watch. He had also three males with him, which were able to select letters and numbers which were named. Hunger had been the chief means used in the education of all.” DISEASES AND TREATMENT. Canaries are subject to diseases as well as the human family, which also yield to medicinal agents. Moulting is a critical period, and great care should be exercised at such times to keep them from being exposed to drafts of air, and to see that they are abundantly supplied with food and water ; a change in diet is very beneficial. A piece of boiled carrot should be given them often, also a little hard boiled egg, which should be left on the shell, for this will keep it moist longer than if crumbled in a dish, A little saffron put in water will assist them to cast off their plumage, and a nail dropped into their water will serve as a tonic. Asa consequence of moulting improperly, it is not uncommon for them to suffer from loss of voice; a change FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGH. 267 in diet, with boiled egg, or white bread soaked in milk and squeezed out, will often be of benefit. Colds are frequently contracted by caged birds when ex- posed, even temporarily, to drafts of air, which is manifested by frequently shaking the head, and sitting dumpishly upon the perch. Give them an abundance of soft food, also lin- seed, for a considerable period. Costiveness is remedied by change of food; give them apple, lettuce, chickweed, or celery. Should they have digrrhea, avoid green food, and give them crushed seed mixed with the yolk of an egg; also give them the seed of red pepper. Asthma is also often witnessed about the season of moult- ing, or from taking cold. Give them a moist diet, and the small pods of cayenne pepper broken into small pieces. Epilepsy is brought about by overfeeding and lack of exercise. It is often fatal. Venesection is recommended by cutting the claws sufficiently to draw blood. Give them a moist diet, with sweet apple. Mites are produced by neglecting to cleanse the cage, and by not allowing the bird to bathe freely. When thus affected the bird will be observed to pick itself at all hours of the day, and by its being very restive at night, and flying about the cage. Cleanse the cage, and dust dry sulphur under the feathers of the bird; or catch the bird and pin him up in a piece of flannel, with a few drops of spirits of turpentine upon it, taking care not to confine his head. When removed it will be full of vermin. Repeat it as often as necessary until all are removed, usually at intervals of a week; three or four operations will be sufficient. Another method is to expose the cage and bird to an intense sunlight; the mites will then leave the bird and penetrate the crevices of the cage, then remove the bird and scald the cage with water made alka- line with super-carbonate of soda, Sore feet is sometimes caused by lack of cleanliness, or by fibres of cotton or wool entwining the feet and cutting to the bone. Remove the offending substance, and anoint with mutton suet. Allow the bird to bathe freely. James 8. Bartey, M.D. ges- For the past thirteen years Mr. Henry Alley, of Wenham, has sent out, to customers all over the country, seven hundred Italian queen bees, annually. The coming season he is expecting to send out nine hundred. The queens are sent by mail, and go safely. ———_—__<+-0-2-o + pa@g=> A careless man went to the cellar and stuck the can- dle in what he thought was a keg of black sand. He sat near it drinking wine until the candle burned low. Nearer and nearer it got to the black sand; nearer and nearer, until the blaze reached the black sand, and, as it was noth- ing but black sand, nothing happened. POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8, 9, 10, and 11. Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, See’y. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. Exchange Colwu. AG ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Frye LINES, OR ForTy- E1cHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WILL EXCHANGE—Ffeges from Buff Cochins (P. Williams stock), Partridges (from Van Winkle and imported stock), White Leg- horns (Eldridge stock), for Eggs from any first-class birds. GEORGE F. PARLOW, New Bedford, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE First-class Silver Spangled Hamburg Hens for White Leghorn Hens or Pullets (first-class), or for cash, $2.50 each. Address A. GAINES, Fancier, Castile, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE—One good Dun Carrier Cock for a good Black Barb Cock. Also, a good Lop-eared Doe wanted in exchange for Fancy Pigeons or Angora Rabbits. JOHN THOMPSON, Jr., Shoemakertown, Pa. TO EXCHANGE-—For Fancy Pigeons, one copy of Tegetmeir’s Poultry Book (new edition of 1873), Colored Illustrations, &c. Not in use three weeks. Address G. H.S., 528 Cass Street, Milwaukee, Wis. WANTED TO EXCHANGE-Silver Gray Dorking, Partridge Cochin, Houdan, or Black-breasted Red Game Eggs for Fancy Pigeons or Lop-eared Rabbits. CHARLES S. RICE, Rensselaerville, N. Y. WANTED—A fine large Muscovy Drake, not over two years old, for which I will exchange Eggs from first-class Light or Dark Brahmas, Buff or Partridge Cochins. Give weight, color, &c., of Drake. Address A. D. COLEGROVE, Corry, Pa. WANTED FO EXCHANGE—Partridge Cochin Eggs, from first premium stock, for Fantail Pigeons. 8S. O. CHASE, Killingly, Conn. EVERGREENS, FLOWERS, FRUITS.—Will exchange for Eggs or Fowls of Light Brahmas, Toulouse Geese, or Rouen Ducks, or Wright’s New Book of Poultry (bound), or Cash. Send for our cata- logue. None but first-class stock offered or wanted. Address WM. MORTON & SON, Allen’s Corner, Cumberland Co., Maine. I WANT TO EXCHANGE a Lowe Printing Press (cost $23) for Chickens or Eggs. Also another small Press. Where is the man or boy that wants either of them? C. M. GRAY, Schenectady, N. Y. GUINEA PIGS TO EXCHANGE. —I will exchange one pair of Guinea Pigs for a pair of Angora or other Fancy Rabbits. For full particulars, address WM. D. ZELL, 422 N. Charlotte St., Lancaster, Lancaster Co., Pa. BLACK RUSSIANS.—Will trade a Cockerel and three Pullets WANTED TO EXCHANGE —Dark and Light Brahma, Houdan, or White-faced Black Spanish Eggs, of premium and imported strains, for the same varieties, or Duckwing Game Bantam or Buff Cochin Eggs. Also, Light Brahma Cockerels in exchange for Eggs. W. D. NEILSON, 215 South Fifth Street, Phila. TAME DEER FOR FOWLS.—He is a choice Yearling Buck, very gentle—a real pet; will exchange for choice Light or Dark Brahmas, Buff, Partridge, or White Cochins. Send in your birds to J. B. BRIGGS, Russellville, Ky. RUMPLESS FOWLS.—0ne pair, extra fine. Cock white, with rich buff wing-bows. Hen white throughout; has laid since January 10, 1874, almost continually. Will exchange for Pigeons—either Pouters, Fantails, or Nuns. Must be first-class birds. Address A. H. FITCH, Jr., Wolcott, N. Y. LAWN MOWER, in good order, to exchange for other property. What offers? JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. WHITE COCHINS.—A choice 1st premium trio, to exchange for trio good Black Cochins, or Brown Leghorns, by T. T, BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. _ WILL EXCHANGE Light Brahmas, Williams’ stock, for White Leghorns or Red Game Bantams, from any reliable strain. W. FRANK BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. ITER, IDOL TG WI eA Th CHOU, EDITED BY KENEGY & WOLFE, POLO, ILLINOIS, Is one of the best Illustrated Monthly Magazines published in the Great West, and will be fully up to the times in all matters pertaining to the Poultry Interest. BREEDERS AND FANCIERS Will do well to advertise in the “ARGUS.” advertising rates moderate. SUBSCRIPTION, $1.00 A YEAR, Its circulation is large and Send 10 cents for a Specimen Copy, 268 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE - WANTED —A Partner in the Poultry Business. tal, and a square man. No other, Address, at once, T. J. McDANIEL, Hollis Centre, Me. EGGS FROM FIRST-CLASS STOCK. Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s)........0.-+ Dark Brahmas (Squire and others) . 3 00 Dominiques (Bicknell)...... ........ - 3 00 Eggs, per sitting of 13, warranted fresh and true to name, and safe arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address Cc. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. One who has capi- +30 00 FOR SALE —To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, rice $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silver Penciled Ham- urgs, choice birds, price #5. Warranted pure. C. P. CARPIENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. SILVER GRAY DORKINGS, Partridge Cochins, Black Span- ish and White Bantams, all first premium birds. Eggs at reasonable prices. W. G. GARMON, Manchester, N. H. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETS. Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on short notice and true to life, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE HAMBURGS.—A few trios of Pure-bred Birds from Premium Stock, and Eggs for Hatching. Write for Circular. C. F. WEBSTER, Girard, Penna. BROWN LEGHORNS.—For sale, one Cockerel and four Pullets, Kinney’s strain, direct from his yards last fall. Price, $25.00. For par- ticulars, address C. F. HAWKINS, Goshen, N. Y. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, BAY EYES, FOR SALE, I can spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 18. I keep no other breed. Shall have a few chicks to spare next fall. C. F. PERRY, Cuba, N.Y. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS A SPECIALTY.— Eggs from my thoroughbred Partridge and Butf Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, C. 0, D. Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. UNnApDILLA Forks, OrseGo Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. I have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Gaine Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. I shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, 8. 8. Hamburgs, Golden S. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. OBRIG BROS., Breeders and Dealers in Pigeons, Poultry, Pheas- ants, Song and Ornamental Birds, 472 Grand Street, Williamsburg, L. I. THEO. OBRIG. C. E. OBRIG. Send for Price List and Circular. Correspondence solicited and satis- faction guaranteed. EGGS FOR HATCNING.—F rom superior stock Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins (Todd's strain), White Leghorns, Black Spanish, White and Golden Sebright Bantams, Cayuga and Plata Ducks, White Holland and Bronze Turkeys. Address DAVID W. BURNSIDE, Portland Mills, Parke Co., Ind. EGGS.—From Buff and Partridge Cochins, Light and Dark Brah- mas (from Van Winkle’s, Herstein’s, Williams’, and Buzzell’s strains), $2 per sitting. JOHN C. WARNER, Blooming Grove, N. Y. W. L. PAYNE, Zoar, Mass., Breeder of Light Brahmas of P. Wil- liams’ strain, and Plymouth Rocks of A. H. Drake’s strain. Eggs, $2 per 18, warranted to give satisfaction. Send stamp for description of fowls, BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl G) The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)..... . 9 00 The Pigeon Book ff 3 . 5 00 Poultry Breeding (Geyelin).. . 1 25 The Poulterers’ Companion . 2 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders) 73 American Bird lancier. .... 30 Rabbit Iancier (Bement).. EDO) Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 vls. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts each . 90 American Standard of Excellence Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. NATIONAL BEE JOURNAL.—MRS. ELLEN 8S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs, Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics, A special department has been assigned to ‘Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Jowrnal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is deyoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS. E. S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. BANTAMS.—14 varieties. 26 premiums at Massachusetts Exhibi- tion, 1874. W. B. ATKINSON, Box 530, Boston, Mass. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked for furnishing, - in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with hen to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &e, Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. DOMINIQUE LEGHORNS.—E£ggs from this variety supplied, in rotation as received, at $3 per sitting (13 eggs). Also, Eggs or Poultry of all the leading varieties furnished at short notice by JOHN DYER, Jr., General Dealer and Breeder, No. 39 Federal Street, Alleghany City, Pa. THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL for one year presented to all who purchase eggs from the following premium strains to the amount of $15 or more: Golden Spangled Hamburgs, Ongley St rain. Bas) oo per doz. ‘ « i ‘ 5 ( Silver g Am. Dominique, W. H. Lockwood a 3 00 - Brown Leghorns, W. E. Bonney 3 00 a White Leghorns, J. B. Smite pastes -- 3 00 2 Address GEO. W. WOOD, Ithaca, N. Y. CASCADILLA POULTRY YARDS, ITHACA, N. Y., C. V. FOWLES, PROPRIETOR. Breeder and Dealer in the following Breeds: B. B. R. GAMES, HOUDANS, W. C. W. POLISH, WHITE LEGHORNS. EGGS, $3 PER 13. Fowls for sale after September Ist. To persons sending me $12 for four sittings of Eggs, I will send the Fanciers’ Journal tor one year. : To persons sending $6 for two sittings, I will send the Standard of Ex- cellence, as revised at Buffalo, ‘THE BEST IS THE CHEAPEST.” Why itis believed my White Leghorns are supe- rior to all others: From the fact that my stock has been awarded Fifty-four Prizes in 1872-73, and that the committee, in revising the standard, used and carefully examined a cockerel bred by me, and re- ported accordingly. I can now fill orders for EGGS from my Selected Breeding Stock, on receipt of price, -$5 PER DOZEN, Cash or P. O. order on New Haven. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P, O, Box 28, North Haven, Conn, “Smith’s Pet.” FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 269 I now offer for ) following varieties of Fowls, that took first premiums of all the varieties 4 mentioned, name- 4 ly: White Cochins, jf White Polish, Golden and Silver- spangled Polish, and White Crest Black Polish,Gold- en and Silver- spangled Ham- burgs, and Brown Leghorns. A Paladilhe writer relates that foxes are tormented by fleas, and when the infliction becomes unbearable they gather a mouthful of moss, and slowly walk backward into the nearest stream, until only the mouth is left above the surface of the water. The fleas meanwhile take refuge on the little island of moss, and when the fox is satisfied that they have all embarked, he opens his mouth, and the moss drifting away with its freight, the wily animal regains the bank evidently satisfied at his freedom from his tormentors, §eS> DEcREASE OF THE Moose.—This noble animal is still found in moderate numbers in the State of Maine, although the great cold of the past winter, the unusual depth of snow, together with the rapacity of hunters, is supposed to have almost exterminated it in that region. According to the laws in that State, the animal cannot be hunted between the 15th of March and the first day of October, under the pen- alty’ of forty dollars for each moose killed. The average number captured during the past six years is estimated to be about one hundred per year, which are killed chiefly on the head waters of the Aroostook, Allegash, and Penobscot rivers. Numerous attempts have been made to domesticate it for use, but so far have been only partially successful. It has, however, been so far domesticated as to be harnessed to sleighs for purposes of travel. Its gait is a long stride or trot, a movement effected with apparently little effort, by which they get over the ground with wonderful speed. It never gallops or leaps. Although remarkably fleet, its motion is rather heavy, and when traveling, the large antlers lie back upon the shoulders, with the head and nose elevated and extended. In winter the moose frequents high regions, wooded hill-sides and mountains, assembling to- gether in large numbers, when they are said to ‘“ yard.” An abundant hardwood growth furnishes it with food, as it lives mainly on the twigs, branches, and bark of the trees. pager Tae Worp ‘Canarp.’’—The origin of the word canard (French for,duck), when employed to signify some unfounded story, is not generally known. The following are the terms in which M. Quetelet relates, in the Annuaire del’ Academie, the manner in which the word became used in its new sense: ‘To give a sky lift at the ridiculous pieces of intelligence which the journals are in the habit of publishing every morning, Cornelisson stated that an inter- esting experiment had just been made, calculated to prove the extraordinary voracity of ducks. Twenty of these ani- mals had been placed together, and one of them haying been killed and cut up into the smallest possible pieces, feathers and all, and thrown to the other nineteen, had been gluttonously gobbled up, in an exceedingly brief space of time. Another was taken from nineteen, and being chop- ped small like its predecessor, was served up to the eighteen and at once devoured like the other; and so on to the last, who was thus placed in the position of having eaten his nineteen companions in a wonderfully short time. All this, most pleasantly narrated, obtained a success which the writer was far from anticipating, for the story ran the rounds of all the journalsin Europe. It then became almost forgotten for about a score of years, when it came back from America, with amplification which it did not boast of at the com- mencement, and with a regular certificate of the autopsy of the body of the surviving animal, whose wsophagus was declared to have been found seriously injured. Every one laughed at the history of the canard thus brought up again, | but the word retains its novel signification.’’ 280 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JoserH M. WabE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. Q) Gace OURNAL AND Ary OULTRY (Gxonanes, / JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per ANNUM, ...... cece ceeene $2 50 Six Copies, one year,.... 12 00 Specimen Copies, by mail, 10 Per Annum to Canada, 270 Per Annum to England,. 3 54 ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. Linch of space, set SOlid.........eseeeee $1 20, displayed... 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid..... io oo 1 page, 216 lines, SOlid...........eeeseeeee " Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. from different parts of the United States, amounting in all to $1450 in cash, or its equivalent in fine fowls or other property. The early appearance of premium lists is what we have advocated for years. No breeder can find fault with this Association, for he has the premium list before him previous to the early hatching season. We hope every fancier likely to exhibit will send for a copy of this pre- mium list, and render all the aid in his power to this young but energetic society. Entries for competition close Jan- uary 9th, 1875. For further information, address Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. POULTRY PEDIGREE BOOK. THE Poultry World (American) for March, announces a Poultry Pedigree Book, resembling the stud or herd books of cattle breeders. It will, no doubt, pay the projectors well, each entry being charged twenty-five cents, and the notion being just consonant with present American ideas on the subject of poultry. The promoters are smart men, and probably understood this. We have no doubt that a couple of thousand dollars will be readily paid in this way, about which time it will be discovered that ‘ pedigrees’’ of fowls are no good.—Fanciers’ Gazette. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. We have several articles this week bearing on the doings of the American Poultry Association concerning the re- vision of the Standard of Excellence at the Buffalo Conven- tion, but in consequence of the writers withholding their names we shall not publish the articles at present. It is ab- solutely necessary that our contributors give their names, not for publication, but as a guarantee of good faith. As the doings of the American Poultry Association concern the interests of every fancier and breeder of fowls, it is but fair that an honest criticism should be allowed by those who could not be present at the Convention; but we hope it will be done in a generous and impartial manner, and, while criticising, not forgetting that it is also necessary to point out aremedy. The Convention was composed of good men, and we are satisfied that they came together, at much ex- pense and loss of time, with a view of doing what they believed to be for the good of all fanciers. There may have been a few that were headstrong, but a large majority were well-meaning men and meant to do what was right. If they failed to do their duty, as it is understood by a majority of fanciers, they will cheerfully reconsider their doings at Buffalo and Boston. There is no necessity for secession, “breaking up the Association,” or a new convention outside of the Association, which asks for a fair, honest criticism, so that its future acts may be more in keeping with the wishes of the poultry fanciers generally. a MAINE HEARD FROM. We have just received the Premium List of the Maine Poultry Association, which is a book of 32 pages, and cover ; well gotten up, and very complete. The first premium is three dollars; second, two dollars; third, diploma; fourth, highly commended. The society offers 61 specials, 54 of which are silver cups. The remaining 7 range from three dollars to ten dollars each. In addition to the above are 159 specials many of which are offered by leading fanciers | Gorrespoudence. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Epiror. I was pleased to see the proposition of your correspondent, G. P. Burnham, in your last number, in regard to holding a new convention upon the subject of fixing up a revised standard upon our poultry matters in this country. I was greatly disappointed at the book just issued by the National Society at Buffalo, and I think we ought to get together all the friends of the poultry interest in a body at an early day, and adjust this long vexed question in a rea- sonable and satisfactory way, as applicable to the needs and tastes of American breeders and fanciers at large. There are a great many errors to correct in this last new standard, and it was plainly got up altogether in too much ofahurry. It costs too high; also, I would like a hundred copies of a good standard to distribute among my patrons and friends. If it had been put at a fair price many others would have bought it with a similar view. I do not like the monopoly of this thing either, any more than do others of your readers and correspondents, and I am glad our old breeders have taken hold of this mistake in earnest. Capt. Burnham’s proposal is a good move. For one I say amen to it, and I believe such a convention as he advises would be just the thing to set us right. Respectfully yours, F. B. BRADFORD. Quincy, Mass. oo (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. WADE. : I would like to inquire through the Fanciers’ Journal whether Game hens are considered good sitters? I have tried them at different times, and have found them to be very inferior. But the principal fault was that of eating their eggs, some of which they attempted, having in them chickens nearly ready to hatch. Is it a frequent fault common to this breed, or is there some remedy? WitrraMm D. ZELL. = ‘ FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 281 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Eprror. My attention was arrested by an article in your Fanciers’ Journal of this week, by Mr. Burnham, which proposes a universal convention of all the poultry people of the coun- try to revise the American standard properly. The changing and fixing of this standard has been many times attempted, but we have never yet got one that was worthy the name of an American standard, and I agree with Mr. Burnham and others of your writers that this last one, by the Buffalo folks, is worse than all. It is full of mistakes; and the compulsory instructions to our judges, in the opening of the book, which confines arbiters at our ex- hibitions to laid-down rules beforehand, makes this highly objectionable. I hope the suggestion of Mr. Burnham will be carried out. There is need of it. This last ‘‘new standard” will not answer our turn anyhow. If we can get together, as B. suggests, at some central point—all hands—we could take hold of this thing fairly and understandingly, I fancy, and put out something that would be far more useful in the shape of a standard than this can ever be, and which will never be used in this State in its present imperfect form, I am confident. Yours, &., J. FRENCH, JR. WeymoutH, Mass. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) I IMPORTATIONS. Dear JOURNAL. I have just received, in fine condition, from Mr. George Pashby, the well-known Yorkshire judge of prize poultry, the following: One trio of magnificent White Cochins, one trio of Black Spanish, one trio of pure-bred Dorkings, and one trio of Golden Penciled Hamburgs. These birds are all cup and prize winners at first-class exhibitions the last season in England. Mr. Pashby says ‘‘They are the grandest lot of birds ever exported from the old coun- try.’’? I expect another importation next week from the celebrated yards of Mr. John Jurner, of Bath, England, and Mr. Henry Feast, Swansea. I am yours truly, APRIL 16, 1874, W.C. Munroz, M.D. So (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. WaApE. Dear Sir: I received, per steamer “ France,” from Lon- don, asmall blue Scotch Terrier bitch, which I consider one of the finest dogs of that breed ever imported to this coun- try. She is three years old, and weighs seven pounds, and is “all dog.” Yours truly, H. A. Brown. New York, April 21, 1874. P.S. I also expect from Liverpool a large invoice of Baldhead Tumblers, said to be very fine, and second to none before sent to me or sent to the United States. +. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Friend WADE. Last week I received a coop of very fine Sumatra Game fowls direct from Angiers Point, Sumatra, by ship Mary Whitridge, Captain Ben. Cutler. They are fine birds, of beautiful plumage, and compare very favorably with my old stock (the original having been imported from same point some twenty years ago), having the invariable pea-comb, and in the cock duplicate spur, tail very full and carried well down, the ends dragging the ground. Yours truly, EH. S. Raupu. BurFrao, April 20, 1874. = Bird and Small Let Department. A4gy- All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I. IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa. TO THE YOUNG READERS OF THE JOURNAL. Wirs this number of the Jowrnal we accept the editor- ship of the Brrp anp SMALL Per DEPARTMENT, which hereafter will be devoted especially to the interests of the juvenile readers of the Journal. We have no doubt there are in the families of the subscribers to this magazine many boys, and girls, too, who are not yet “ full-fledged’’ fan- ciers, and who amuse themselves by keeping minor pets— the boys, rabbits, guinea pigs, white mice, etc.; the girls, singing birds and gold fish. To the interests of these this corner will be reserved; and in order to make it an especial feature we solicit the aid, in the shape of contributions, of all our young friends. If you do not feel capable of writing an article yourself, ask the aid of your big brother or sister. Tue Epiror of the Bird and Small Pet Department. Your friend, oe BUFF BELGIAN COCK. | y yh fy y), HS Tue Belgian canary is without doubt the most delicate and, at the same time, the most highly prized of any variety. They are truly noble birds, and any one who has ever pos- sessed a pure-bred bird—not one of the so-called Belgian which are so often seen, shapeless animals without one of the characteristics of the true breed, but a bird with “ thorough- bred” stamped all over him—will at once admit that having acquired a taste for the variety, all others are thought very little of. They will stand and look at you without flinching and draw near to you when you approach their cages; they seem to endeavor to show their gratitude for your kind care and attention—and this is the case with young birds, even from the nest they do not seem shy and never fly wildly about the cage every time the person in the habit of attend- ing them comes near, They certainly require more care 282 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. and attention than the Norwich, but they amply repay this, as a really good, healthy Belgian canary, bred by one’s self, is something to be proud of. There is quite as much differ- ence between a Belgian and Norwich as between an Arab and a cart-horse. They are also birds of position, and are not judged for color, although it is of course an advantage when combined with other good points; and consequently, the Belgian exhibitor is not brought into contact with those people who exhibit artificially colored birds, and he has more chance of a fair award, although there are nefarious prac- tices adopted even with Belgians to get them up for show. The bird depicted in the engraving is a buff cock, two years old. He was exhibited at the last Crystal Palace show by Mr. Heneage Gibbes, where he was awarded first prize, having previously taken first prize at Southampton. He is avery strong healthy bird, and is, with some others, the foundation of what it is hoped will prove a thorough strong healthy strain of English-bred Belgian canaries. There is every prospect of it at present, and with the mild climate of the south of England, there is little doubt of ultimate suc- cess.—Poultry Review. + seo (For Fanciers’ Journal.) ‘ BANTAMS. Wuo does not admire the plucky little Bantam cock, strutting proudly around the narrow limits of his pen? And his crow? Jumping upon the highest object in his yard, he nearly falls backward in endeavoring to stand straighter, crow louder and longer than the Brahma cock in the neighboring pen. We had in our possession a pair of common Bantams, which we allowed to run with a flock of Leghorns, The next day after the Bantam cock was set at liberty he had fought and conquered the Leghorn cock, and was leading the flock of hens around, like a full-bred Game cock, while their former lord, the Leghorn cock, was trembling in the distance. As we did not care to set any eggs from these Leghorn hens, we allowed the Bantam to play the lord and master over them. But this state of affairs did not last long, for one day the Leghorn cock gathered together the remnants of his courage, fought, and severely whipped the little Bantam, and took his place once again in the flock. So ended the brief but glorious career of the little Bantam. Ever after his defeat he kept shy of the victor, and remained in the society of his demure little mate; although when he caught a hen straying from the flock he would play the tyrant over her till the Leghorn cock came to her assistance, and then, thinking ‘discretion the better part of valor,’’ he would invariably flee. . Bantams are not only ornamental, but useful; and fami- lies living in the city, not having yards of sufficient size to raise larger fowls, will find that a flock of Bantams will keep them in eggs and ‘spring chickens.” Their flesh makes up in quality what it lacks in quantity. Their eggs, though small, are most excellent eating. The different varieties of Bantams are numerous, some of which we give: White, Black, Black African, Golden Se- bright, Silver Sebright, Black Red Game, Duckwing Game, Japan Bantams, &e. For table use we would recommend the White, and for pets the Sebright Bantams, though some say the eggs from the latter variety are apt to prove unfertile—and so will every egg that has been dipped in hot water, shaken, or a long needle pierced through it, as nine out of every dozen eggs you buy from some unprincipled dealers are served. A house for Bantams on the same plan as that used for larger breeds, but smaller, will answer. Feed them twice a day on crushed corn, wheat or oats, given alternately, with once a week oatmeal well seasoned with cayenne pepper. Fresh water costs nothing, and should be given every day, and oftener if possible. Pau Loatc. —— (For Fanciers’ Journal.) MEADOW MICE. Boys residing in the country often catch meadow mice and confine them as pets. Indeed they do make nice pets. Their queer-shaped heads, their clumsy antics, and their funny little squeak, afford sii innocent amusement. An excellent cage for them may be made as follows: In- close a plat of ground five feet square by wire netting. Roof this inclosure over with the same material, or your pets will climb up the sides of the cage and make their escape at the top. In the centre of this inclosed plat sink an empty dry-goods box to a level with the ground, and fill it with mellow soil.» Board over all the open ground, so that they can burrow nowhere but in the box. Your cage is now ready to receive its occupants. During the first night of their captivity the mice will burrow in the box. Put in their cage some dry corn-silk, of which to make their nests. Feed them solely upon corn grains, and be sure to give them fresh water at least once a day. The same kind of a cage as the one described above will do in which to confine any kind of burrowing animal. Patio. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) GOLD FISH IN A GLOBE. Fitri your globe one-tenth full of well-washed bar sand. Scatter a few small rocks about the bottom. Fasten to the largest rock a piece of ‘river weed.”’ Fill the globe two- thirds full of water, and put in the gold fish. Feed them, once a week only, on wheat flour and milk mixed to the consistency of putty. If you live near a slaughter-house use blood in preference to milk. When the water needs changing the fish will rise to the surface and gasp. Never change the water until they do this. PHILO. Catalogues, Circulars, and Cards of Breeders Keceived. Jno. 8. Ives, Salem, Mass.—Eggs for hatching from a specialty of four varieties, Asiatic. JAMES SHEPARD’S descriptive circular of Fancy Fowls. 8 plates, photo-litho-illustrations. Bristol, Conn. W. T. Rogers, Doylestown, Pa.—Fancy Poultry price list and Eggs. S. Merry, Ilion, N. Y.—Circular. Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins. EK. G. Runnewiis, Hopkinton, N. H.—Faney Fowls, Plymouth Rocks, and Brown Leghorns a specialty. Breeder of Light J. BoarpMAN Situ, North Haven, Conn.—White Leg- horn Fowls and Eggs. P.O. Box 28. N. Guiipert, Gwynedd, Pa.—Price list Fancy Poultry, Pigs, Sheep, and Pets. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 283 W. L. Tosry, Valley Falls, R. I.—Price list Fancy Fowls and Pigeons. Emory Carpenter, 44 Grand Street, Hartford, Conn.— Light Brahmas exclusively. Guorae H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y.—Standard Houdans a specialty. C. N. Brown.—Imported and premium stock, purchased of G. H. Warner, and Eggs from several varieties. Una- dilla Forks, Otsego County, N. Y. A. S. Jounson’s annual catalogue, 1874.—Seed Potatoes, Garden Seeds, Small Fruits, &c., and valuable suggestions. North Chili P. O., Monroe County, N. Y., near Rochester. Epmunp Tucker, Canton, Mass. — Illustrated Breeder and dealer in Partridge Cochin Fowls. ALLEN H. Frrcu, Jr., Walcott, Wayne County, N. Y.— Card. Price list of choice Land and Water Fowls and Pet Stock in variety. GC. N. Brown, Unadilla Forks, Otsego County, N. Y.— Card and circular. Breeder and dealer in Buff and Part- ridge Cochins, Brahmas, Houdans, Hamburgs, Leghorns, Polands, Spanish, Games, Rumpless Fowls, and Rouen and White-crested Ducks, including several varieties purchased of G. H. Warner. A. D. Warren, Worcester, Mass.—Circular, illustrated. Premium Black-breasted Red Games a specialty; also Pheasants and Quails. eard. I. H. Morrison, Marlow, N. H.—Card. Pure-bred Fowls, Plymouth Rocks and White Leghorns, and price list of eggs. THAT HATCHET. BY W. A. CROFFERT. “Dear! dear! who broke my favorite egg ?”’ Cried Biddy Bantam to her daughter ; “Some lazy cur, too proud to beg, Has mashed it—and he hadn’t ought ter.” The child gave one pathetic craw, Her rueful tears began to thicken, She sobbed aloud, ‘‘I broke it, ma— This little person is my chicken. Some albumen and lime Ill buy, And make another one to match it. Oh, ma, I cannot tell a lie, I did it with my little hatch it.”—G@raphic. NEW ENGLAND POULTRY CLUB. Av the annual meeting of the New England Poultry Club, the following named persons were elected its officers for the coming year: President—A. D. Warren, of Worcester, Mass. Vice-Presidents—Philander Williams, Taunton, Mass.; Albert Noyes, Portland, Me.; W. G. Garmon, Manchester, N. H.; E. N. Bissell, Richville, Vt.; P. W. Hudson, North Manchester, Conn.; J. T. Peckham, Providence, R. R. Secretary and Treasurer—G. H. Estabrook, Worcester, Mass. = Executive Committee—W. J.Wheeler, J. R. Pierce, Wins- low 8S. Lincoln, H. B. Verry, E. P. Lawrence, E. H. Knowl- ton, Worcester, Mass.; F. A. Bisco, Leicester, Mass.; Jos. Dart, Oxford, Mass.; J. H. Aldrich, Whitinsville, Mass.; A. F. Stevens, Natick, Mass. Next exhibition, December Ist, 2d, 3d, and 4th, 1874. G. H. EsTaBroox, Worcester, Mass., April 25, 1874. Secretary, POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. New England Poultry Club. Worcester, Mass., December 1, 2, 8, and 4, 1874. G. H. Estabrook, Secretary. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8,9, 10, and 11. Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, Sec’y. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. Grehange Colne. 8G ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINEs, oR ForTyY- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. I WILL EXCHANGE a Graves’ Incubator for Aylesburys or Eggs, and Fancy Fowls or Pigeons. Address 0. D. WESTALL, P. O. Box 32, New Brunswick, N. J. WILL EXCHANGE.—One yard of Light Brahmas, Cock and 8 Hens, “ Williams,” “Sturtevant,” and “Corney’s” strains, for Golden- Spangled Hamburgs, or cash. H. K. OSBORN, Cambridgeport, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE.—One pair first-class Black Barb, Silver Dun Antwerps, or Guinea Fowls, for pure White-face, Black Spanish, White Leghorn, or Black African Bantam Hens, Address P. O. Box 44, Lawrence, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE for Lt. or Dk. Brahmas, and Bk. B. R. Game Bantams ($10 birds wanted), one double “laminated-barreled” Shot Gun, $40; Smith & Wesson’s $15 Revolver; coin silver, $14 Watch Chain, weight, 34 oz.; Seward’s Travels Around the World, $6, and Choice Gro- ceries. T. D. ADAMS, Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE—Eggs from Buff Cochins (P. Williams stock), Partridges (from Van Winkle and imported stock), White Leg- horns (Eldridge stock), for Eggs from any first-class birds. GEORGE F. PARLOW, New Bedford, Mass. WANTED TO EXCHANGE-—Silver Gray Dorking, Partridge Cochin, Houdan, or Black-breasted Red Game Eggs for Fancy Pigeons or Lop-eared Rabbits. CHARLES S. RICE, Rensselaerville, N.-Y. EVERGREENS, FLOWERS, FRUITS.—Will exchange for Eggs or Fowls of Light Brahmas, Toulouse Geese, or Rouen Ducks, or Wright’s New Book of Poultry (bound), or Cash. Send for our cata- logue. None but first-class stock offered or wanted. Address WM. MORTON & SON, Allen’s Corner, Cumberland Co., Maine. BLACK RUSSIANS.—Will trade a Cockerel and three Pullets for Fancy Pigeons; or will sell cheap for cash. A.N. RAUB, Lock Haven, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE —Two superior Red Barb Hens for pair of perfect Yellow Swallows, and pair of Inside Tumblers or Blue Owls for perfect Yellow-winged Turbits, or Blue-capped Magpie or Yellow Plain- head Magpie Cock. P. O, Box 7, Mitchell, Ontario, Canada. TAME DEER FOR FOWLS.—He is a choice Yearling Buck, very gentle—a real pet; will exchange for choice Light or Dark Brahmas, Buff, Partridge, or White Cochins. Send in your birds to J. B. BRIGGS, Russellville, Ky. RUMPLESS FOWLS.—0ne pair, extra fine. Cock white, with rich buff wing-bows. Hen white throughout; has laid since January 10, 1874, almost continually. Will exchange for Pigeons—either Pouters, Fantails, or Nuns. Must be first-class birds. Address A. H. FITCH, Jr., Woleott, N. Y. LAWN MOWER, in good order, to exchange for other property. What offers? JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. THE POULTRY REVIEW, PIGEON AND RABBIT STANDARD, AND CAGE-BIRD GAZETTE. The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Published weekly. Price, 3d. Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, Jno. Ludlow, and C. E. Brittan, in a superior style, with portraits of the most celebrated specimens of all varieties. It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding. Post free to America 1 year, $4.30; 6 months, $2.20. A. M. HALSTED, Rye, N. Y., Agent for the United States. JOHN PARKER, 502 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, Pa., keeps on hand a large assortment of Fancy Pigeons. Birds of all varieties. Cages of all kinds and prices. Also, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, and Small Pets of all varieties. The largest collection in this city. Orders by mail promptly attended to. 284 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. WANTED—A Partner in the Poultry Business. tal, and a square man, No other. Address, at once, T. J. McDANIEL, Hollis Centre, Me. EGGS FROM FIRST-CLASS STOCK. Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s),....c0e. Dark Brahmas (Squire and others) Dominiques (Bicknell).............. i Eggs, per sitting of 18, warranted fresh and true to name, and safe arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address GC. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. One who has eapi- FOR SALE—To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, rice $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silver Penciled Ham- urgs, choice birds, price $5. Warranted pure. C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. SILVER GRAY DORKINGS, Partridge Cochins, Black Span- ish and White Bantams, all first premium birds. Eggs at reasonable prices. W..G. GARMON, Manchester, N. H. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETS. Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on short notice and true to life, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia, Pa. WHITE HAMBURGS.—A few trios of Pure-bred Birds from Premium Stock, and Eggs for Hatching. Write for Circular. C. F. WEBSTER, Girard, Penna. BROWN LEGHORNS.—FPor sale, one Cockerel and four Pullets, Kinney’s strain, direct from his yards last fall. Price, $25.00. For par- ticulars, address C.F. HAWKINS, Goshen, N. Y. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, BAY EYES, FOR SALE, I can spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 18. I keep no other breed. Shall have a few chicks to spare next fall. C. F. PERRY, Cuba,_N. Y. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS A SPECIALTY.— Eggs from my thoroughbred Partridge and Butf Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, C. 0. D. Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. UNADILLA Forks, OrTsEco Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. T have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Gaine Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. TI shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, S. S. Hamburgs, Golden S. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE.—Two Duckwing Game Bantam Hens, four Hens and one Cock, Dark Brahmas, one trio B. R. G. Bantams, one pair Golden Polands, one pair Rouen Ducks, and one Black Carrier Cock. J want one pair Silver Sebright Bantams, one Carrier Hen, one Black Red Game Cock, and Owl Pigeons. Address T. A. WINFIELD, Hubbard, Ohio. EGGS FOR HATCHMING.—fFrom superior stock Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins (Todd’s strain), White Leghorns, Black Spanish, White and Golden Sebright Bantams, Cayuga and Plata Ducks, White Holland and Bronze Turkeys. Address DAVID W. BURNSIDE, Portland Mills, Parke Co., Ind. EGGSs.—From Buif and Partridge Cochins, Light and Dark Brah- mas (from Van Winkle’s, Herstein’s, Williams’, and Buzzell’s strains), $2 per sitting. JOHN C. WARNER, Blooming Grove, N. Y. W. L. PAYNE, Zoar, Mass., Breeder of Light Brahmas of P. Wil- | liams’ strain, and Plymouth Rocks of A. H. Drake’s strain. Eggs, $2 per 18, warranted to give satisfaction. Send stamp for description of fowls. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright) The Brahma Fowl rs The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)... The Pigeon Book wv Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). Domestic Poultry (Saunders). Wb) American Bird Fancier. .. 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... 30 Variation ofAnimals and Pla ; s. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, each... fe of price. NATIONAL BEE JOURNAM.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. TheNalional Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘‘ Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS. E. S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. BANTAMS.—14 varieties. 26 premiums at Massachusetts Exhibi- tion, 1874. W. B. ATKINSON, Box 530, Boston, Mass. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked for furnishing, + in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with hen to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &e. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance, Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. DOMINIQUE LEGHORNS.—£ggs from this variety supplied, in rotation as received, at $8 per sitting (13 eggs). Also, Eggs or Poultry of all the leading varieties furnished at short notice by JOHN DYER, Jr., General Dealer and Breeder, No. 39 Federal Street, Alleghany City, Pa. THE FANCIERS’? JOURNAL for one year presented to all who purchase eggs from the following premium strains to the amount of $15 or more: Golden Spangled Hamburgs, Ongley Strain Silver o “ a “ Am. Dominique, W. H. Lockwood ef Brown Leghorns, W. E. Bonney 3 00 & White Leghorns, J. B. Smith Ges -. 3 00 so Address GEO. W. WOOD, Ithaca, N. Y. CASCADILLA POULTRY YARDS, ITHACA, N. Y., C. V. FOWLES, PROPRIETOR. Breeder and Dealer in the following Breeds: B. B. R. GAMES, $5 00 per doz, 5 00 ee 3 00 ss HOUDANS, W. C. W. POLISH, WHITE LEGHORNS. EGGS, $3 PER 13. Fowls for sale after September ist. To persons sending me $12 for four sittings of Eggs, I will send the Fanciers’ Journal for one year. To persons sending $6 for two sittings, I will send the Standard of Ex~ cellence, as revised at Buffalo. “THE BEST IS THE CHEAPEST.” Why it is believed my White Leghorns are supe- rior to all others: From the fact that my stock has been awarded Fifty-four Prizes in 1872-73, and that the committee, in revising the standard, used and carefully examined a cockerel bred by me, and re- ported accordingly. I can now fill orders for EGGS from my Selected Breeding Stock, on receipt of price, $5 PER DOZEN, Cash or P. O. order on New Haven. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O, Box 28, North Haven, Conu, ” FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 285 I now offer for sale Eggs from the following varieties of Fowls, that took first premiums of all the varieties J® mentioned, name- ‘4 ly: White Cochins, 7 White Polish, Golden and Silver- spangled Polish, and White Crest Black Polish ,Gold- en and Silver- spangled Ham- burgs, and Brown - Leghorns. 2 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. “A member?’ in your issue of April 9th, seems to feel very unpleasant (with himself, I should say), perhaps be- cause he paid out his money to become a member of the American Poultry Association. Certainly, because he paid for two copies of their standard at the price fixed by the Association at Buffalo, whereby the Association received a good profit. As it was estimated and hoped they would make enough out of the sales of their standard during the coming spring, summer, and fall, to warrant them in get- ting up a national, or rather an international show the coming winter, when more than the profits on publica- tion of standard would be distributed among the fanciers and breeders of America, who had so willingly and kindly contributed their mite toward the great enterprise, whereby all the fraternity would be benefited—indirectly, if not directly—and it must be known by all, that the work is one that at best only a limited sale can be looked for, notwith- standing to quote “‘A member.’’ ‘One hundred thousand standards are wanted.” ‘And they contain really valuable matter, and a kind no poultry breeder can do without.”’ If the Association dispose of, say eight to ten thousand copies within the year, they will do well, then the Associa- tion may feel like going in for a show; but if there are many, (and I have great reason to think they are few), that feel as benevolently towards them as ‘‘A member,” it will be a long time before America can boast her grand exhibi- tion. Poultry has always been my hobby, but not the only one. I take a numismatie quarterly that costs three dollars per year, and has no more reading matter than is furnished for one dollar in the standard, and I would not be without either of them for five times the cost. I must therefore take exception to ‘“A member,’ dubbing the standard a misera- ble little pamphlet ; (I wonder what it would be if he owned it.) To those who have not seen it, I would say it is a work of over one hundred pages, gotten up in good type, on good paper, with good heavy paper covers; and as for the profits, they all go to the owner and publisher, who, ‘‘A member” knows, is the American Poultry Association; and one dol- lar is as low as they should be asked (under the circumstan- ces), to sell it for at retail, and it is worth it to any one who has a half dozen fowls he thinks enough of to wish to im- prove them. EK. S. Ratew, Burrato, N. Y. ; (For Fanciers’ Journal.) “OLD” OR “NEW 2?” Mr. Epiror. Are we to be governed by the old standard or the new one? Or are we to have the valuable pages of our poultry journals continually taken up with discussions in regard to Churchman and Halsted, which is of no vital importance to the mass of poultry breeders? The important question is with most of us, Which shall be our standard? I would suggest that the executive committees of all the poultry associations in the United States vote at once on the new standard; then, if a majority of the associations vote for it, why, adopt it at once; on the other hand, if the majority of the poultry associations vote against its adoption, then pub- lish the fact in the poultry magazines of the United States- that the poultry associations of the country will be governed by the standard of 1871 until the time shall come when the poultry breeders of America will unite together in perfect harmony and adopt a standard which shall receive the hearty approval of all. Respectfully, DoyYLEsTown, Pa. W. T. Rocers. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. Wave, Esq. I see in No. 16 of the Fanciers’ Journal quite a lengthy article in regard to the new standard and another conven- tion, etc., and it seems to me the writer has labored hard to bring into disrepute the men and their doings, without just cause. I do not think his arguments well put—for instance: He says that he ‘coincides with correspondent W. that there was no need of this (so-called) thorough revision of the previous American standard.”” But every one knows there was much dissatisfaction with it, and called it the one- man standard, and most everything else. Yet he thinks that another convention will be called because of dissatis- faction at the last revision adopted by a select few with closed doors, three dollars admission fee, etc. He had the same privilege as the “select few’’ to attend if he had availed himself of it. If admission fee is wrong, why is it not wrong to charge membership fees by State societies or entrance fees at shows—as one must pay or he cannot show his fowls, must buy a ticket or he cannot get in? A. man can dance or not, as he pleases, but if he dances he must help pay the fiddlers. He compares this convention to ‘the mountain that has labored to bring forth a very small mouse.’’ Only three days’ labor spent in this revision, he says. I would ask if any one thinks men can spend all winter at a hen convention? I was one of those who did not give it any time, other business preventing ; but men came from all parts of the United States and the Canadas— prominent breeders—as the list shows for itself. Now he would have another convention called, have it free to all, and the result would probably be, the town or city it was held in would have enough in the convention to rule it, and that lucky place would make the standard for this whole country. I admit that the standard is faulty, but for all that I do not go in for jumping out of the frying-pan into the fire. We never shall see a perfect standard; but if we could, some one would howl then, as there is such a variety of opinions in this free country, and plenty of men who, when they do not have their say, call it all wrong. These facts show that we need a standard, and one with fixed tech- nical rules (which he complains of), so that breeders may know just what they must breed for to compete at the shows. He complains because Plymouth Rocks were put in the last standard. They are in the 1871 standard, ‘‘ which needed no revision,’ he thinks. The fact is, it is all wrangle! wrangle!! wrangle!!! C. A. PIvKIN. : HaRTFORD, CONN. FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 291 PouttRy Department: (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PLYMOUTH ROCKS. Tuts celebrated fowl, which is attracting so much atten- tion of late from farmers and fanciers, is not, as is supposed by many, in any way related or connected with those of the . same name originated about twenty-five years ago by Dr. J. C. Bennett. The modern Plymouth Rock was originated on the farm of the late Joseph Spaulding, Esq., of Putnam, Conn., by a cross between the ‘‘ Black Java” and ‘‘ Dominique.’”’ Their color is dark steel gray all over, with distinct white bars across each feather; the cocks should be a little lighter colored. Legs a bright yellow, with a dark shade running down the front, and perfectly free from feathers. Combs single and standing erect, and should be perfectly straight, with even seratures. They are very close feathered, having little superfluous fluff, and are very heavy for fowls that look so small compared with the Asiatics. Cocks weigh at maturity ten to twelve pounds, and hens eight to ten pounds. They are the best for table use of any fowl, except, per- haps, the Dorking, and as they become better known will stand in this country where the latter does in England, at the head for a table fowl. They are per- fectly hardy and mature early, making very good breeders at eight months old; flesh yellow, and very juicy. G. P. Burnham, in one of his ‘‘ Reminiscences of the Hen Fever” to the Fanciers’ Journal, says of this fow]: “Among the best stock shown at Boston, were the new style ‘Plymouth Rocks.’ This name for fowls originated twenty-five years since, with Dr. J. C. Bennett, who in his work on poultry, published by Phillips & Sampson a quarter of a century ago, describes this variety briefly thus: ‘The Plymouth Rock fowl is produced from a Cochin China cock with a hen crossed between a fawn-colored Dorking, Malay, and Wild Indian.’ The cocks were speckled red and dun, the hens dark brown, and some of them Dominique. I never saw half a dozen alike m color, however, among the originals. They were first bred at Plymouth, Mass. “The Plymouth Rocks of to-day are an entirely different bird. They are bred, I judge, from cfossing the Dominique with the China fowl. In color they are uniformly Domi- nique, but are generally smooth-legged, and those exhibited this season were very fine, stately, showy birds. They are duly classed in the standard, are bred largely in Essex County, Mass., and have many admirers. It is claimed for this variety that the mew strain mature earlier, are excellent layers, come to good size, the chicks are hardy, and alto- gether they are an acquisition to our American poultry, this last cross being a judicious one, as the good qualities of both The the China and the Dominique fowl are well known. name adopted by the origi- nators of this late variety is a good one, but Dr. Ben- net started it years ago for a very different kind of fowl. “The ‘Wild Indian’ hen above alluded to (in Dr. Bennett’s ‘Plymouth Rocks’), was unquestion- ably a Malay fowl. The doctor procured her from ¢ k a ship at Boston from Cal- NES cutta, and she was a very remarkable specimen; a ~ genuine virago in temperament, and of most pugnacious qualities, fighting and vanquishing any other fowl in his yards, male or female, that came in her way. He produced a very superior strain of Games from this hen, crossing her to an Irish or Earl of Derby cock subsequently, to which he gave the name ‘ Wild Indian Games.’ The old hen was finally sold for one hundred dollars to a Mr. Griggs, of South Carolina. “The original ‘Plymouth Rocks’ run out long ago. The new variety is a better sized and shaped bird, and having only two distinct strains of true blood in their composition, promise fairly to prove a valuable addition to Americanized poultry. Though an acknowledged Yankee manufacture, I notice that they are recognized as a ‘breed’ in the new American standard.” SCIENTIFIC BREEDING OF LIGHT BRAHMAS FOR EXHIBITION. ARTICLE VI. CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF THE BREEDING STOCK AFTER THE CLOSE OF THE BREEDING SEASON, AND DURING THE MOULTING SEASON. As soon as practicable, after the first of June, the cocks should either be given a separate run for each bird, or, as recommended in our last article, each one may be put ina yard with the young cockerels. The hens may all be put together in one yard; this should be done in the evening, and there will be less quarreling and fighting; otherwise some valuable birds may be ruined for the show-pen from losing an eye, or by being completely sealped, both of which are liable to happen, as we know to our sorrow, from hastily putting strange birds together in broad daylight. If put together at night they will rarely fight so savagely as to injure one another. All hens that are intended to be shown 292 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. at the different exhibitions the following winter should, as fast as they become broody, be allowed to sit and to hatch and rear a brood of chickens. If this is not desirable, they should be allowed to sit for six weeks on wooden or porcelain nest-eggs. If this latter plan is adopted, the hen should be taken off the nest once daily during the last three weeks, and fed with corn or buckwheat, to prevent her becoming too much reduced in flesh, as hatching and rearing their young is one of the strongest instincts of this breed. I think each hen should be allowed to hatch and rear one brood as soon after the first of June as she will take to the nest. This will give to her reproductive organs the much needed rest after a protracted season of continuous laying, as chicks that are hatched after June rarely make show birds, and require care through the following winter to bring them to full size. I think it best to let nature have her way. I have always found hens treated in the foregoing manner to get through the moulting season much sooner, and appa- rently much more vigorous and healthy, generally being in | full feather and fit to be shown in December. Although moulting is not a disease, it is a critical period, in which I think the fowls need extra care given them, especially those that are slow in shedding, and do not com- mence till late in the fall. Under no circumstance should a cock be allowed with the hens when either is moulting. They | should be provided with an absolutely dry house or shed, in which they can seek shelter from cold or rain. They should be given plenty of stimulating food; meat of some kind ought to be fed to them once daily. A little hemp seed fed | in 1868. put him in the box he threw himself over on his back, gave occasionally is very beneficial. A piece of rusty iron or a} few nails should be kept in their drinking fountain; or, | what is better, take a half pound sulphate of iron (copperas), | and dissolve it in two quarts of water, add one half ounce | sulphuric acid, put the mixture in a jug or bottle, and keep for use. Dose: To every pint of water that the drinking vessel holds put one teaspoonful of the mixture into it. This is the celebrated Douglas mixture for strengthening and in- vigorating fowls during the moulting season. The original recipe says two gallons of water, but I think two quarts is sufficient, the other making it too weak to be of much bene- fit. By pursuing the above method, I think the fancier will experience little difficulty in bringing his fowls safely through the moult in time for the early winter shows. W. E. FroweEr. April 25, 1874. 2. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PLATA DUCKS. Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Drax Srr: I notice, in No. 15 of Fanciers’ Journal, an inquiry from “EK. W.”’ regarding the difference between Muscovy and Plata Ducks. As I introduced the latter variety to public notice, I reply to your correspondent. About 1864 or ’65, Mr. J. T. Crooker, residing near me, brought a trio of this variety home with him from near Glen Cove, L. I. His account of them is as follows: The party from whom he procured them was a custom-house officer, who found several of these ducks on board of a ship that had just arrived from the Rio Plata, in Buenos Ayres, S. A. Ipurchased a trio of them of Mr. Crooker in the spring of 1866, and raised quite a flock of them. During the fall, Col. M. C. Weld, then associate editor of the Ameri- can Agriculturist, visited me. After giving him a history of the ducks, I asked him what I should call them. My flock being nearly all pure silvery white, he suggested ‘‘ La Plata,’ and I shortly after advertised in BH Agriculturist under the name of “ Plata Ducks.”’ The original stock were mostly white, with some mark- ings of a light lead color; by selection I got my flock nearly all pure white. While possessing many of the character- istics of the Muscovy, they were still essentially different. They had the same carunculated excrescences about the head and neck, the same peculiar hissing quack, and a musky smell perceivable in the old birds, but ot in the young. As to their points of difference, they never roosted on fences, trees, or buildings, which the Muscovys nearly always will; they were more fond of the water than the latter; they were most excellent eating, being tender, juicy, and fine flavored, which I cannot say of the Muscovys; and lastly, they were fully fifty per cent. larger. I have many times dressed young drakes for the table, which, at six months old, weighed sixteen pounds with head and feathers off. The old drake brought here by Mr. Crooker, I bought We had some trouble in catching him, and as we a few kicks and died; he had probably ruptured a blood-- vessel in his struggles. We weighed him half an hour after, and he turned the scales at a little over twenty-two pounds. This was the largest duck of any variety I ever saw, and weighed fully eight pounds more than the heaviest Muscovy I ever owned or heard of. The ducks are quite small compared with the drakes, the average weight being not over six pounds, although appa- rently much heavier. When young the ducks are almost as light on the wing as a pigeon. JI have seen them fly half a mile down the brook and return without seeming to exert themselves at all. After one year old they fly but seldom, and then only short distances. The drakes never fly, being too heavy. In this they are totally different from the Muscovys, which fly at all times and all ages. I do not know where there are any Platas now that are pure; they have been crossed with the Muscovys until they have lost their distinctive traits. Yours truly, A. M. Ha.step. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SEX OF EGGS—A TEST. Mr. WADE. Srp: I here give you the result of a hatching of thirteen eggs purchased of Mr. William J. Pyle. I requested him to select the eggs so as not to have more than one cock, and when hatched there were eleven pulletsand one cock. They are now grown so that the sex can be distinguished readily. I now think his theory of testing the eggs is no humbug, but, on the contrary, really something worth knowing to poultry raisers. Yours, &e., Joun W. FERRELL. WEst CHESTER, April 22, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) EGGS—LOSS OF WEIGHT DURING INCUBATION. Mr. WADE.. I send you another account of my experience with eggs relative to the difference of weight before and during incu- bation. I selected a fresh-laid egg of medium size, which weighed two ounces and five pennyweights. After standing on the small end twenty days it had evaporated one penny- weight. It was then put under a hen for hatching. At the end of seven days it had lost five pennyweights and twenty FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 293 grains more, and at fourteen days three pennyweights and eighteen grains more. At twenty-one days three penny- weights and twenty grains. It did not hatch until the twenty-fourth day. I weighed it again as the chick was ready to leave the shell, and it had lost twelve grains more during the last four days; amounting in all to ten penny- weights or one-half an ounce, leaving the chick and shell one and three-quarters ounces—showing that the egg when fresh is heavier than the chick. W. J. PYLE. — oe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A MARYLAND FOWL THIEF. WAVERLY is a suburb of Baltimore, and is a thriving town, and, like other thriving towns, has an eccentric or characteristic individual. But in this case, instead of the residents, as is usual in such cases, boasting of their wonder- ful genius, this Waverly eccentric is considered a most ‘‘ fowl” individual. For months past the residents have had frequent mysterious disappearances of their poultry. One gentleman lost seventy-five, another one hundred and fifty, among which were some valued at $25 per pair, and many others were also losers. At last it got to be too much of a good thing, and the services of the city detectives were engaged ; yet, notwithstanding their watchfulness, the depredations still continued. One Jas. Harker was suspected and watched. He was seen to leave his house every night, but was not seen to return. Finally some of the residents concluded to assist the detectives, and with them went on guard. Being secreted near Harker’s house, after midnight, they saw him come out with a bag and a long jimmy. He was followed but soon lost sight of, but forming an ambuscade they waited his return. About 2 a.m. he came, whistling a lively tune. The surprise was complete. He was stopped by the party, who found in his possession five freshly killed hens, and a live game cock in the bag. His house was searched, and in a vacant room was found feathers which evidently were plucked from no less than five hundred fowls; some of the feathers being readily recognized as coming from blooded stock. The heads of over one hundred fowls were found in a partly finished building near Harker’s house. It is estimated that the fowls stolen cannot be replaced for $1500. In one instance where Harker secured sixty fowls, he dispatched two valuable dogs with poison. a year ago, kept a cock pit near Waverly, his establishment being known as the ‘‘ McDonald House,” but the sign bear- ing the name of a former wealthy and respected resident of the vicinity, he was compelled to remove it. This Harker now rests in the County jail. This is a fowl report from Maryland—who can beat it? Next. G. O. B. < (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HEATHWOOD GAMES. Eprror FANcIERsS’ JOURNAL. Agreeable to your request I send you a short history of | the Heathwood Games: In the winter of 1861 or 1862 Mr. Heathwood was the recipient of a young rooster and pullet from William Wal- ton, and a Pile hen, an importation from Ireland. He soon after procured a Brown hen, having a remarkably high comb; to which stock he added a Claiborne rooster and two hens, bred by Mr. Stone for Mr. Claiborne, from whom he purchased them. He predicted that they could not be crossed to produce a fowl superior to themselves. Harker, about | 1 However, the result showed a better fowl. The Claiborne is as good a fowl as stands for game, but he is better fitted to fight with long heels than what is known as pit-heels. To the above varieties was added the son of an imported Derby ; and from this combination the result was successful. The aim was to retain as much of the make-up of the Derby as possible. This progeny—the Heathwood—seldom if ever run, and generally win the battle. One of them fought half an hour after being coupled, and having both his eyes out was the winner in fighting against one of the Troy white tails. They have more propelling power, so to speak, than any other fowl. A well-built specimen has as much strength at five pounds as others at five and a half pounds. They are rapid and methodical fighters, and altogether they are the best stock I ever saw. When Mr. Heathwood left for Missouri he left with me four old hens, second to none. Both the cocks and hens have all passed through my hands at some time, and I know their qualities well, and claim that I have all there are this side of Mis- souri. j I will now describe a pair of Heathwoods as they gene- rally run, yet, having come from different kinds, they do not breed very uniformly. A good male specimen I have before me. The back and upper part of wing are dark red ; saddle feathers long and of a rich shade, a fine fluff; at root of tail a pure white; bar of steel-blue on the wing; the outside of the primary feathers a rich dark chestnut color ; sickle feathers Jong, and edged with white; head medium, strong bill, eyes large, with a red circle about them; breast a rich greenish-black, with a slight touch of chestnut toward the shoulders; legs clear yellow; toes long and well spread; heels low on the leg, fine and sharp; body broad, and flat on the back; breast medium height; stands on legs firmly and straight; deep in the chest; neck strong; tail a little drooping. This is a general description of the Reds, which I prefer to the Pile Game. The hen has a back of fine par- tridge color; neck feathers of a deep yellowish color, pen- ciled with black, shaded off near the head; breast brown or chestnut; wing primaries black, edged with chestnut; eyes and head like the cock; tail black; legs yellow, sometimes willow or hazel (but the cock always yellow). The pair I have described, and still in my possession, will weigh ten It is a fair outline of two as good fowls as exist of Nei, THOMPSON. pounds. the Heathwood Game. Dracut, Mass. +> (For Fanciers’ Journal.) WORDS OF COMFORT. In almost every number of every poultry paper that comes to hand, the Journal included, there is a large amount of correspondence from a class of persons who it appears were born to be ‘bit’ by sharpers. These men are continually crying down low prices, and thus increasing their chances for getting ‘«sold” at ‘fancy figures,”’ for there are enough who are willing to ‘sell’ them for a ‘‘ good price ”” as soon or sooner than a low one. I believe there are as honorable and as honest dealers who will sell fowls or eggs at a reasonable prices as those who ask such exorbitant prices, as many dealers do. I find those who are the victims of swindlers are the ones who pay a large price for their fowls and their experience. Poultry is often advertised at from ten to thirty dollars per pair that is not worth one farthing more that those which are to be had 294 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. for half the money ; fowls that will not count as many points, often by one third, as the lower-priced birds. ‘These complaints give scoundrels one great advantage, which no doubt they are very glad of; it enables them to get a larger price for their fowls, thus enabling them to in- crease their business. Again these complaints come from those who have fowls and eggs for sale at fancy figures. The public would do well to shun those parties, for there is reason to fear that they may get the progeny of this same stock that has caused such heavy blows to be aimed at some devoted head. I never buy of these. I want better stock than they possess. I am sure I always find it too. I don’t wish to be understood to say that all the low-priced fowls are good—far from it; but the idea is this, the man who gives ten dollars for a trio of good fowls can reasonably be expected to sell both fowls and eggs at alower figure than those who import their birds at a cost of forty to fifty dollars per trio, or even more. And good home-bred fowls are as good, or even better, than im- ported ones; they have the advantage of being acclimated here, which is worth considerable, I believe that when a man ‘‘ humbugs’’ another in the poultry business the victim ought in justice to others take the first opportunity of pub- lishing the “‘seamp’’ far and wide, and thus benefit the general public. So, my friends, when you do get ‘“ bit ”’ let us know who did it. Another class are those who are al- ways vilifying the judges at the poultry exhibitions because their fowls did not take the premiums (this is really the trouble). All the judges are a pack of idiots, or perhaps worse. Oh dear, what will the consequence be at last? I think the judges generally know their business, and, so far as my judgment goes, right loyally do they doit. I never shall allow such parties to run their stock off on me or my friends so long as I can prevent it. These continual insults to the judges are a disgrace to the men who make them. As for judging the sex of eggs, I have experimented anum- ber of years, and picking out eggs with pointed ends or air chamber in any particular position has always failed to give satisfaction. My rule is this: cockerels for cock chicks, cocks three years and upwards for pullets, which gives about as good results as any. Some pretend to say chicks are weakly from old cocks: itis all nonsense. I have chicks this sea- son from a Black Spanish cock six years old that are as good and strong as any in the country. JoHN RUMBOLD. Fow.ine CREEK, April, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) COLOR OF BRAHMA EGGS. Eprror FANcIERS’ JOURNAL. In reference to the remarks-and inquiries of F. T. K. relative to the various colors of Brahma eggs, I believe that the egg of the Light Brahma, when purely bred, should be of a dark brown color or shade, and that those of other colors have a mixture of foreign blood, which has never been bred out, although the fowls may have counted and won a majority of “points”? at exhibitions. Exhibiting fowls to show their purity amounts to nothing. I have bred White Leghorns for the past four years, and changed the cock every fall. I have one pullet with blue legs and one with yellow breast—quite buff. I never saw sports from them before. Their great-great-grandmother has no doubt been foully dealt with at some time, but her chicks never showed ituntil now. There is no cock about my place excepting the White Leghorn, and has not been for four years. There is nothing that will carry its kind and still retain the traces of another without showing it longer than a hen; but by constant crossing with a non-related cock of her own kind, as pure as can be had, it will eventually bring them pure, but it takes many generations. By breeding this way the foreign blood is removed, and it shows it in the chicks by the appearance of ‘‘sports.’’? I found the mother of the imperfect chicks, and off came her head, as well as those of the progeny. I also previously discovered this by closely examining the eggs, a portion of which were of a slightly pinkish white, while the others are a milk white. Unless good cocks are selected, as pure as can be found— and it takes many breedings or generations to make them so—there is no use in exhibiting them and saying they are pure, as we are not sure, although they are bred to feather and have other indications. So long as they are bred together they will breed alike; but change the cock, which will show you the bad blood, if there is any. It may be the fault of the hen, or both, but generally the former. W. J. PyYwe. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CONNECTICUT POULTRY NOTES. THE State Poultry Society has elected officers for the ensuing year as follows: President, H. T. Sperry, Hart- ford, Vice-Presidents, G. W. Bradley, Hamden; C. H. Crosby, Danbury. Recording Secretary, Dr. George L. Parmele, Hartford. Corresponding Secretary, J. 8. Gil- man, Hartford. Attorney, Ex-Mayor Robinson, Hartford. Twenty Vice-Presidents are to be added at the next quar- terly meeting. The next annual exhibition will be held in Hartford, December 15th to 18th. It is expected that the premium list will amount to over $3000. The next quar- terly meeting takes place in Hartford, Tuesday, May 12th. Several gentlemen in Hartford interested in poultry fan- cying and the breeding of poultry and pet stock have organ- ized a society under the name of the ‘‘ Hartford Fanciers’ Club,” and in connection with the State Poultry Society have opened a room in one of the public buildings as gen- eral headquarters for both associations. The room is very handsomely furnished ; its walls are decorated with paint- ings, engravings, and chromos of poultry and pet stock; and its tables are supplied with all the foreign and domestic publications relating to poultry and pet stock, as well as the leading agricultural] journals. A library containing, every known work upon poultry and pet stock will soon be added to the other attractions; so that the room will furnish more information relating to these subjects than can be found in any other one place in the United States. Wed- nesday evening is known as “ Discussion night,’’ and that evening in each week is devoted to the discussion of some particular breed. The meetings are largely attended, and the discussions are exceedingly lively and interesting. This feature is doing much to strengthen the society. The farmers - of the neighborhood attend the discussions, and are learning that the State Society is intended as much for the breeder of poultry for the market as for the fancier who breeds only for exhibition prizes. The Connecticut fanciers are importing very largely this spring. Mr. Amos Whiting, of Hartford, has just received some very fine Bronze Turkeys and Sebright Bantams from England; Mr. P. W. Hudson, of South Manchester, six trios of Games from Ireland and England; Mr. C. A. Pit- kin, of East Hartford, several trios of Leghorns from Italy ; Mr. C. H. Crosby, of Danbury, seven trios of Game Ban- tams from Ireland and England; Mr. H. T. Sperry, of Hartford, a flock of White-crested Polish from Holland; and Mr. A. W. Warner, of Hartford, a flock of Muftled Silver Spangled Polish from England. A strenuous effort will be made in Hartford to secure the first exhibition of the National Society in that city. It is stated that Baltimore offers to raise $3000 for premiums; and it is thought that Hartford will go $2000 better, and so get the exhibition. Fanciers and breeders will do well to send their cards and circulars to Dr. George L. Parmele, Recording Secretary of the Connecticut State Society, who will see that they are filed in the society’s club-room. FANCIERS’ GAL Pigeon Department. MOORE'S WORK ON PIGEONS. [Owrne to these pages being nearly out of print, very few of our readers have had the opportunity of perusing this most original and meritorious work on Pigeons, published in the year 1735. The author was a leader, in this fancy, of later writers, who have gained some note for merit by We will re- publish a few pages occasionally of Moore’s work until it is merely following his rare and original ideas. completed, and thus give our readers an opportunity of judging of its merits for themselves. ] COLUMBARIUM THE PIGEON-HOUSE: AN INTRODUCTION NATURAL HISTORY TAME PIGEONS, ACCOUNT OF THE SEVERAL SPECIES KNOWN IN ENGLAND, WITH THE METHOD OF BREEDING THEM, THEIR DISTEMPERS AND CURES. The two chief advantages which a real acquaintance with Nature brings to our minds, are first, by instructing our understandings and gratifying our curiosities; and next by exciting and cherishing our devotion. Boyir’s EXPERIMENTAL PHILOSOPHY, p. 2. BY JOHN MOORE. LONDON: Printed for J. WILFoRD, behind the Chapter-House in St. Paul’s Chureh-Yard, 1735. JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 295 DEDICATION. TO SIR WILLIAM STAPLETON, Baroner. Srr: If either Philosophy or Novelty have any allure- ments, the following performance, I flatter myself, will afford you some entertainment. Many subjects the naturalists seem to have exhausted. Horses and dogs, and most of the animals that serve for the conveniences or amusements of life, have undergone the nicest inquiries; while the pigeon, that contributes in some measure to both, a domestic as it were of ours, has been totally neglected. With a partiality usually shown to the victor, the hawk has engaged the pen of many a writer; but his prey, that seems to fly to us for protection, has scarce met with that, which even the wisdom of the legislature has allowed it. I have endeavored therefore in the following sheets to do some justice to this bird, and have prescribed the best methods, which long experience has furnished me with, for its propagation and preservation. I have wisely learnt from it to seek a proper refuge against any ill-natured censures. To this purpose I beg leave to prefix your name to this work, and to assure the world that you who have purchased pigeons at very con- siderable prices, don’t think the subject below your regard, and that the author is, Your most obedient and most humble servant, J. MOORE. THE PREFACE. TuovueH the History of Birds in general has been given us by many hands, and:in some parts in a very accurate manner, yet the study of this genus of birds seems in a great measure to be neglected by most of our naturalists, who have given us but very short cursory descriptions of some of the species, in which notwithstanding they have been guilty of many great mistakes, and entirely left out many others in their lists. It has amazed me to see so great an indolence on this particular branch spread itself in such an universal manner through all our ornithologists, especially considering the vast opportunities they have had, or might have had, to have given their readers the utmost satisfaction by the most exact and ample descriptions. It is notorious to all mankind, what vast numbers of these birds in all the species have been and are still kept in this kingdom, not only by persons in a lower rank of life, but even by persons of the greatest distinction and the first degrees of quality, who have held these birds in so great esteem, that they have endeavored to attain at least an experimental knowledge of them, purchasing, at a great expense, as many of the distinct sorts as they could hear of, and cultivating them in their own houses. Richard Atherton, Esq., of Atherton Hall, in Lancashire, who was a gentleman both of will and ability to prosecute his fancy in this branch of natural history, was building a stately house in Lancashire, on the top of which he designed to have four turrets, in which his pigeons were to be disposed according to the nearness of relation between the different species, but death put an end to the undertaking in the year 1726, to the immense grief of all those gentlemen ( To be continued.) 296 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosepH M. Wand, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. a faces QURNAL an) OULTRY Gaouanes, Z JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. 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Not to be outdone by any one in the desire to disseminate a healthy interest in profitable poultry, I make the follow- ing offer: To every one ordering eggs from my yards to the amount of $5 only, or fowls to the amount of $10, I will present a year’s subscription to the Fanciers’ Journal, FREE! Also, to every one sending you three subscriptions to the Fanciers’ Journal I will send a nest of choice eggs, FREE! And to all sending stamps to pay postage I will furnish sample copies of the Journal, FREE! I will say in conclusion that I am greatly pleased with the Journal, and consider that it has placed itself in the front rank of the journals devoted to poultry interests, both as an advertising medium and as an educator of those who desire to improve the poultry interests of the country. Of one hundred and sixty letters that I received in March, over one hundred mentioned Fanciers’ Journal. Very truly yours, STAMFORD, CONN. J. ¥F. Ferris. ~~. J. F. Ferris, Stamford, Conn., the wide-awake fancier, has purchased of Charles H. Crosby, Danbury, Conn., his extensive breeding stock of Buff and Partridge (Gina Fowls. See his advertisement elsewhere. To those desiring fine Games and Game Bantams, also Black Rose-comb Bantams, we would call attention to the advertisement, in this number, of William B. Atkinson. Best Book ror EveryBopy.—‘ The new illustrated edi- tion of Webster’s Dictionary, containing three thousand engravings, is the best book for everybody that the press has produced in the present century, and should be regarded as indispensable to the weli-regulated home, reading-room, library, and place of business.” CGCorvespowtence. - (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Epitor. V.M. F., in No. 17 of the Fanciers’ Journal, page 261, describes a disease which affected two of his fowls, which I think is apoplexy, from a description of the disease given by Dr. P. Gardner in the Poultry World for March, Volume III, page 38, where he also gives his mode of treatment, viz.: Bromide of potash, in ten-grain doses, three times a day. I have tried the above-named remedy, and think it good. K. G. E. — (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. WADE, Esq. Dear Sir: The location of our room was printed wrong in your issue of the 20th. It should have been located at 217 Westminster Street, Room 6, in place of 207 Westmin- ster Street. By making the correction you will oblige. Yours truly, J.T. PeckHam. PROVIDENCE, April 25, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) GRAYLING. Fanciers’ JOURNAL. I have returned from the Au Sable River, Michigan, with live Grayling for breeders. This is the first lot caught for that purpose, and the only ones at present in private ponds. This fish does not spawn until May (this year at least), notwithstanding all writers say their breeding season is in February and March. It is possible that mine may not spawn. ut all, on account of change, rough usage, etc., when so near spawning. I have sent some dead ones to the Smithsonian Institute to make plaster casts from. They are the most beautiful fish short of the tropics. FRED. MATHER. a en (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. Wank, Esa. Dear Sir: You will see by the report I sent you a few days ago, speaking of the Black-breasted Red Game with yellow legs, that they were ruled out by the committee in awarding premiums. This was a mistake. The following is a list of premiums awarded to this class: Black-breasted Red Game—Fowls—2d, George W. Adams, Providence. Chicks—lst, J. H. Hammitt, Newport, Ri lee 2d, L. KE. Gray, Foxlow, Mass.; 3d, T. A. Todd, New Haven, Conn. Brown Red Game—Fowls—lst, L. E. Gray, Foxlow, Mass. Ginger Red Game—Chicks—Ist, Geo. W. Adams, Provie dence) 2d and 3d, T. A. Todd, New Haven. Fellow Duckwthg Game—Fowls—3d, Otis Monroe, Bristol, R. ¥ Chicks—2d, J. H. Hammitt, Newport, R. I. Black Game—Chicks—Ist, L. P. Bullas. White Game—Chicks—2d and 3d, J. G. Moffit, Paw- tucket, R. I. Pile Game—Chicks—Ist, 2d, and 3d, T. A. Todd. C. G. SANFORD, si Assistant Recording Secretary. PROVIDENCE, R. I., April 17, 1874. ce a (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SMALL EGGS. J. M. WavDr. I send you by this mail a box containing two diminutive eggs, laid by a Spangled Bantam pullet belonging to John H. Long, of this place. They are the average size; one FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 297 weighs eighty-two grains, and measures nine-tenths of an inch in length; the other weighs ninety-eight grains, and Measures one and one-tenth inches in length. The other pullet lays an egg about the same size as that of a Guinea fowl. I find your paper a welcome visitor, and should feel that I had lost a friend if it should cease coming. Full of in- terest and instruction, it is worth much more than its sub- scription price. Respectfully yours, ; GroraE W. BELL. SALIsBuRY, Mp., April 24, 1874. [The eggs arrived safely, and having doubts about them being perfect, we opened the larger one, and found it to contain nothing but the tread. They are what some people call ‘‘cock’s eggs,’ and are not at all uncommon. We have had the largest Brahmas lay them occasionally.—ED. ] Stems Huteresting aul Amusing. ga@y~ A Hyde Park man has slaughtered 150 rabbits the past winter. ges A woman in Manchester, England, was recently choked to death by an oyster. yes- A woman at Bolton, England, was bitten by a cat, and shortly afterwards symptoms of hydrophobia showed themselves, resulting in death. Bas The United States of Colombia have an immense source of revenue in the cancho trees, which grow thickly in Darien. One forest is worth a million dollars. peg- An undescribed monster is said to have appeared in Lake Harney, Fla. Twenty feet of it was seen by the pas- sengers on the steamboat Lollie Boy, and it spouted water like a whale. peg~ A large gondola was launched at Belfast, Me., the ’ other day, that was built five miles back in the country, and hauled to salt water on shores by a team of 14 yoke of oxen, and two span of horses. G@e> Major Pease of Bozeman, Montana, having failed as a civilizer of Indians, is domesticating buffalo, elk, moose, and other animals. He is breaking elk to harness, and is driving them before a sledge. na@ A correspondent of the Cincinnati Commercial says that there is no better fishing ground than at Kenawha Falls, West Virginia. They take there catfish, black bass, and pike as well as trout, mud cat, and eels. : ya@g In Lancaster County, recently, a boy named John Rhoads, while driving a pair of horses attached to a field roller, slipped from his seat, and falling in front of the rol- ler, it passed over him, crushing him to death. pes The Massachusetts Anglers’ Association haying be- come convinced, from the result of their investigations, that smelt during the spawning season are not healthy food, since they then are full of parasites, have procured the pas- sage of a law to prevent taking them at that time. geg- At Lansing, Michigan, a cat recently saved a family of five children from being burned to death. They were asleep at the time the fire occured, no other person being in the house, when the cat, by clawing the faces of the children, roused them in time for them to escape the threatened dan- ger. noticing the results. k@= Boston expects that the grand stallion race for the championship of the United States, to be trotted at Mystic Park, September 15, will be the turf event of the season. The purse is $10,000, and four gold medals will be offered. kes Sturgeon fishing in the Delaware is unusually good, and the fishermen are doing a profitable business. Two dollars is the average price of a sturgeon, without the roes, which are removed and retained to be converted into caviare at one dollar each fish, by the manufacturers along the river. Hird and Small Let Department. 4a5> All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I. IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa. GUINEA PIGS vs. RATS. SEEING some remarks upon this subject, I wish to state that a friend informs me that when he kept Rabbits in a place much infested by rats, he employed Guinea pigs for the pro- tection of his young stock, knowing that there were some traditions on the subject. He had frequent opportunities of As soon as a rat showed itself in the neighborhood they at once gave battle en masse, upon the principle that l’union fait la force. Single encounters, how- ever, were by no means rare; in this case the Guinea pig would go about his work in a business-like manner, follow- ing the tactics of a ferret, and if he did not kill his foe would drive him bleeding from the field. Certainly, if we examine a fine buck Guinea pig, he seems perfectly capable of coping with any animal of his size, his strength and agility being remarkable. My own experience is as follows: —I used to keep Rabbits rather extensively in a large, dry, and well-ventilated cellar or basement, in which I had fre- quently seen rats. A portion of this was railed off for the use of newly-weaned Rabbits, a rat’s peculiar weakness, as fanciers know well, taking the precaution to allow two or three Guinea pigs to keep them company; and during the whole time (some two or three years) I never had a single one killed, and never saw the nose of a rat in my rabbitry, though there were plenty in the other cellars, and even holes communicating with the one I used. Whether their peculiar odor was the deterrent or not I cannot say. I think that these cases show that the idea is not quite such a delusion as our worthy editors suppose. 298 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Guinea pigs, in my opinion, have notasarulereceived their due from naturalists and writers upon the subject. They are generally dismissed as being pretty and so forth, but destitute of intelligence and other attributes necessary for qualification as ‘“‘pets.’’? One writer (I believe the Rey. J. G. Wood), says they ‘‘make little noise.’ If this be the rule all mine have been distinguished exceptions; the irrepressible little creatures knew the step of their feeder as well as their friends and companions the Rabbits, and would set up such a chorus. of squeaking as quite to place them outside the category of dumb animals. They resemble the housewife’s ‘‘ black bee- tles’’ in the inappropriateness of their name, inasmuch as the former are not beetles, and their color is by no means black (it is sometimes white), and our little friends are not pigs, and do not come from Guinea. To such an extent is their restlessness carried that their young run about and eat on the very day they are born, the precocious little animals boasting as good a coat and eyesight as their parents. I will not trespass upon your space further than to say that I have found them as intelligent and interesting, apart from their usefulness as ‘‘scarecrows,’’ as any of the numerous pets I have kept, but this, I imagine, was more owing to a little kindness and good treatment, which brought out their good qualities, than to any special happiness in the choice of specimens; nevertheless, I have never yet seen one to equal my original little friends, Toby and his spouse Topsy. —Journal of Horticulture. -@_o (For the Fanciers’ Journal). THE AQUARIUM. Or all the ornamental and instructive additions to a drawing-room the aquarium takes the lead. Unlike many other pets, the fish of an aquarium never sleep. They are always visible; for, dwelling in a house with glass walls, they are allowed no place for concealment. Nothing can be more amusing than watching a newt and a young cat- fish fighting over a worm; the shiner darting hither and thither like a flash of silver light, searching for food; and the more sober sunfish standing under a piece of stone, or, if there be none, in the centre of the tank amidst whatever of plant life may have been used in making this artificial home of these little oviparous creatures. Being such a truly aquatic arrangement, having aqueous soil, aquatic plants, and aquatile inhabitants, we recommend, as a new idea, that all aquarium adornments be henceforth sacred to Aquarius, the water-bearer of the skies; and all who desire to learn the habits of aquatic animals and insects, shall seek out in the Zodiac the time and place of the great aquarium of the starry palor. There are several forms of aquariums, the globe and tank form being the mostcommon. We give the following direc- tions for arranging and stocking an aquarium: Fill the bottom of the globe or tank with bar-sand to the depth of several inches. On the top of this place quite a number of middling sized pebbles; the pebbles and sand should be thoroughly washed before used, so that any saline or other impure matter secreted in them may be dissolved. The next thing in order is to obtain plants for supplying the animal life in the aquarium with oxygen for respiration. These plants you can get from the nearest brook ; the smaller they are the better they answer the purpose. Plant them in the sand, fill the aquarium one-fourth full of water, and put in the rock work. A very nice kind may be made as follows: Take two flat pieces of stone about four inches in length ; set these firmly in the sand, at equal distances from each side of the tank or globe; upon them place a large flat stone, so as to make a bridge. Rocks scattered about the bottom, so as to form little caverns, &c., will greatly enhance the beauty of the aquarium. Now, let the tank or globe remain undisturbed for a week; at the end of this time, if the vegetation flourishes, the glass will be covered with a green scum. To destroy this, intro-: duce a number of water snails; get these from brooks and ponds, as river snails are so ravenous that they will destroy, not only the green scum, but the plants also. If snails can- not be procured, fresh water mollusca of any kind, except large muscels, will answer equally well. As soon as these little scavengers have devoured the impurities, remove them all, except two or three to keep the water clear and fresh after the fish have been introduced. The aquarium is now ready to receive its occupants. Fisu.—Shiners can be found in any little running brook; sunfish delight in deep still pools, and there also young perch and roach are generally to be found; young catfish abound in muddy ponds, near and connected with a river or creek; stickle-backs lurk under stones and river-weed ; young pike are in the shoal water, near the shore of a mill pond; min- nows may be found in any stream of running water; by probing among the stones of a rivulet you will occasionally come across a redfish ; gold and silver fish you will have to purchase. ReptTiLEs.—Newts and a large species of pollywog make their home in most every duck pond; water lizard are gener- ally found under a clod of damp earth, near a brook, while a smaller kind lurk under the stones of any tiny stream. INSECTS AND CrusTACEA.—The water beetle and cramp bug are indispensable additions, as is also the fresh water shrimp and the brook lobster. If a large number of fish, &., are ‘desirable, they should be introduced into the aquarium one at a time, and at long intervals. If the fish seem not well supplied with oxygen that is, if they rise to the surface of the water and gasp, some of them should be immediately removed, as this con- dition is caused by overcrowding. The water should be changed only when it assumes a turbid appearance. The best food for the fish is small balls of flour and water, or, better still, milk, mixed to the consistency of putty, with an occasional angle worm. Feed once or twice a week, not oftener. A great treat to them is little black tadpoles or pollywogs; these they will devour with great relish. The great fault of beginners is overfeeding. Always remove from the water the scraps they do not devour. Paut Loatc. ———————_-2&>-_——_ (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TO TRAP OLD BIRDS WITH YOUNG. AFTER you have found a nest containing young birds, put them, nest and all, within a common “‘ figure-four trap ;’’ set this at the foot of the tree in which you found the nest, with the bait-stick directly over the nest and its contents. The old birds, attracted by the cries of their young, will enter the box, perch upon the bait-stick, and, of course, spring the trap. When you have caught one parent bird remove it, and set the trap in the same manner for the other. The old birds and their young had better at first be placed in a room and allowed their liberty for a few weeks, until, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 299 becoming accustomed to confinement, they can be placed in acage. The above plan for trapping old birds with young will invariably prove successful. Joun F. YARNALL. Bryn Mawe, Pa. ope (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A CURIOUS BIRD-BOX. AN old shoe or a boot nailed against the outside of a barn or out-house, with a hole cut in the side for entrance, will, if put up early enough in the spring, be soon tenanted by a pair of wrens or blue birds, while the elegant twenty dollar bird-house in the front yard remains uninhabited. Davip L. Troru. Catwlogues, Circulars, and Cards of Breeders Received. 'Franx T. KriMBatt, 341 West Highth Street, Erie, Pa. —Circular and price list. Breeder and dealer in Light Brahmas. H. M. Tuomas, Brooklin, Ontario, Canada.—Circular and price list of Fowls from stock imported by himself. 24 varieties. Also, Ducks, Geese, Pigeons, Rabbits, &c. Burr Ho tts, Cold Springs, Hornellsville, N. Y.—Price list of Fancy Land and Water Fowls. 42 varieties. Also, Dogs and Ferrets. W. J. WHEELER, Worcester, Mass.—Card. Breeder of Brown and White Leghorns, Dark and Light Brahmas, White-crested Fantail Pigeons, and Eggs in season. Cou. Jos. LErret, Springfield, Ohio.—Card. Price list of Fancy Pigeons, Rabbits, Fancy Poultry, and Eggs. C. M. Bornron, Concord, N. H.—Circular and price list of Cochin, Brahma, and Leghorn Fowls and Eggs. L. T. & W. Cuartzs, Hornellsville, N. Y.—Circular. Breeders and shippers of pure-bred Fowls and Fancy Pigeons, Guinea Fowl, and Ducks. W. E. Flower, Shoemakertown, Pa.—Card, illustrating the Light Brahma Fowl, which he makes a specialty, and devotes his attention to the choicest specimens only. J. M. Wituts, Agent, Bloomington, Ill.—Illustrated circular. Standard Exhibition Coops, Cleeton’s patent, the “ Ultimatum” and ‘‘Combination.”” Will take apart and pack easily. G. H. Warner, New York Mills, N. Y.—Circular of sale of all his imported and selected home-bred Fowls (ex- cepting his pet Houdans) to C. N. Brown, of Unadilla Forks, N. Y., whose circular is noticed elsewhere. J. H. McKinney, Ithaca, N. Y.—Illustrated and descrip- tive circular of pure-bred White and Brown Leghorns and Partridge Cochins—specialties of the ‘ Lake-side Poultry Yards.” David STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn.—Card. Breeder of Partridge and Buff Cochins, Dark Brahmas, and Eggs. Tuomas Mor@an, Somerville P. O., N. J.—Flowers and Plants. R. M. Fisuer, Carthage, Ohio.—Light Brahma Fowls. C. C. Corsert, Norwich, Conn.—Plymouth Rock Fowls a specialty. GrEoRGE CHAPMAN & Co., Rochester, N. Y.—Card for 1874. Price list of Eggs, Poultry, Turkeys, and Water Fowls. JonatHan A, Hotes, Polo, Ogle County, Ill.—Card. Dark Brahma Fowls and Eggs. Also, retail price list of Nursery Stock. POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. New England Poultry Club. Worcester, Mass., December 1, 2, 3, and 4, 1874. G. H. Estabrook, Secretary. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- | ber 8, 9,10, and 11. ‘Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, Sec’y. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. Hartford, Conn., De- Exchange Colum, 4a ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIvE LINEs, oR FortTy- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. HONEOYE Fats, N. Y., April 25, 1874. Epitor FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. A few weeks ago I put an ‘ad”’ in your exchange col- umn offering to exchange a ferret for toy pigeons; I had fourteen applications in one week, and still they come, so please say for me that I will have no more ferrets until fall. I expect a few litters soon, but when I want to swap I know that a “quarter” is well spent in that column.” | Frep Maruer. A CHOICE PAIR DARK BRAHMAS, two years old this SpEing cock has solid black breast. Will exchange for a good Silver unting-Case Watch, or A-No. 1 Silver Mounted Revolver. A. C. HUNSBERGER, Portland, Pa. WANTED in exchange for Fancy Pigeons, at wholesale prices, Har- per’s Magazine for 1865 to 1878, inclusive. Any one having the above or part of same, will find a bargain by addressing J. A., Box 255, Johnstown, N. Y. TO EXCHANGE.—Anyone having a good set of standard Books, who wishes to exchange for Fancy Pigeons or Poultry, can find a good bargain by addressing J. A., Box 255, Johnstown, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE.—An Imported Partridge Cochin Cock, for the most liberal offer of Eggs for hatching, consisting of not less than three sittings, from the following varieties: D. or L. Brahmas, W. or Brown Leghorns, W. or Buff Cochins, Plymouth Rock or Sebright Ban- tams. W. H. HUGHES, Marshallton, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE.—One pair first-class Black Barb, Silver Dun Antwerps, or Guinea Fowls, for pure White-face, Black Spanish, White Leghorn, or Black African Bantam Hens. Address P. O. Box 44, Lawrence, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE for Lt. or Dk. Brahmas, and Bk. B. R. Game Bantams ($10 birds wanted), one double “laminated-barreled”’ Shot Gun, $40; Smith & Wesson’s $15 Revolver; coin silver, $14 Watch Chain, weight, 344 0z.; Seward’s Travels Around the World, $6, and Choice Gro- ceries. T. D. ADAMS, Lock Box 61, Franklin, Pa. EVERGREENS, FLOWERS, FRUITS.—Will exchange for Eggs or Fowls of Light Brahmas, Toulouse Geese, or Rouen Ducks, or Wright’s New Book of Poultry (bound), or Cash. Send for our cata- logue. None but first-class stock offered or wanted. Address WM. MORTON & SON, Allen’s Corner, Cumberland Co., Maine. TAME DEER FOR FOWLS.—He is a choice Yearling Buck, very gentle—a real pet; will exchange for choice Light or Dark Brahmas, Butf, Partridge, or White Cochins. Send in your birds to J.B. BRIGGS, Russellville, Ky. LAWN MOWER, in good order, to exchange for other property. What offers? OS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. WILL EXCHANGE.—One imported St, Bernard Bitch, 3 years old, for Fancy Pigeons, either Pouters, Carriers, Owls, Turbits, or Bald Tumblers, or $35 cash. R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del. WILL EXCHANGE.—A thoronghbred English Coach Biteh and six young pups, for B. B. Red, or Silver-Gray Duckwing Games, or Game Bantams. None but choice specimens of fowls will be received. Address J. A. EARLY, Box 312, Youngstown, Ohio. An odd EGYPTIAN GOOSE, will be exchanged for any other variety of pure bred fowls. Can use none but extra fine specimens. J. A. EARLY, Box 312, Youngstown, Onio. WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—Eggs from S. S. Hamburgs, Par- tridge Cochins, Lt. Brahmas (Duke of York), Brown Leghorns (Kinney’s), for Eggs or Fowls, White Polish, Black or Dominque Leghorns, Golden- Spangled Hamburgs, or Silkies. F. L, CHAPIN, Southbridge, Mass, 300 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. NATIONAL BEE JOURNAL.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture, Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Journal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, having pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision. She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, etc., address MRS. E. 8S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. A VLESB OR DUCKS of the best blood in this coun- try. DRAKES of 1878, $3; per pair, $6 ; EGGS, $3 per doz. Partridge Cochin Eggs, $2 per doz. i E. 8. DEMMON, Fitchburg, Mass. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—I am now prepared to book and furnish Eggs from my imported and home-bred Dark and Light Brahmas; also, Partridge Cochins. Having bought in the spring of 1873 Mr. Phi- lander Williams’ (Taunton, Mass.) entire stock of Partridge Cochins, numbering some 80 odd head, consisting of all his imported, home-bred, and prize-winning fowls, which he valued very highly, and having bought of Joseph M. Wade (late Wade & Henry), Oak Lane Poultry Yards, Philadelphia, in 1873, quite a number of Dark Brahmas, among which were a number of prize-winning birds and 5 imported hens. These, in addition to my last year’s importations, gives me one of the finest flocks in America. My mode of packing Eggs insures their safe earriage. Orders solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. Address T. S. COOPER, Linden Grove, Coopersburg, Pa. FANCIERS GAZETTE, A BREEDERS’ AND EXHIBITORS’ JOURNAL, EDITED BY L. WRIGHT, And published weekly, by the Messrs. CAssELL, PETTER & GALPIN, Lonpon, ENGLAND. AG Having a desire to place before our readers everything that will in- terest and instruct the fancier, we have accepted the Agency for the above paper in this country. SPECIMEN COPIES will be promptly mailed on receipt of TEN cents and stamp. Subscription per annum, $4.00, postpaid, if mailed from publication office; if from this office, the subscriber will pay American postage, which is TWENTY cents per annum, payable quarterly, in ad- vance, at the receiving office. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. ASHBY NEST EGGS (wooden), cheaper and better every way than porcelain. 40 cents per dozen; $2.50 per 100. Price to dealers on application. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS, {2 per dozen. From first prize stock at great New England Fair. Young birds after September 1st. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. HIGH BLOOD! PURE BRED !—Choice Land and Water Fowls, and Pet Stock in variety, bred by ALLEN H. FITCH, Jr., Wal- cott, Wayne County, N. Y., who begs to inform his numerous patrons that he has purchased the entire stock of William P. Colvin, and is now repared to furnish Eggs of the following breeds of pure-bred poultry, at ive and let live prices, viz.: Light Brahmas, $2 per dozen; Buff Cochin, $2; Partridge Cochin, $2; Brown Leghorn, $3; White Leghorn, $2; Friz- zles, $2.50: S. S. Polish, $2; Rumpless, $2; B. R. Game Bantams, $3; White China Geese, $6; Aylesbury Ducks, $3; Bronze Turkeys, $4; Large Black Turkeys, $3: No charge for boxing and packing. 25 per cent. off where two dozen or more are sent in one order. BLACK RUSSIAN CHICKS, bred by me, were awarded 1st and 2d premium at the great fair in Boston, 1873. I was also awarded Ist remium on Fowls and 1st on Chicks at Connecticut State Fair, 1873. ggs from above stock, $4.00 per sitting. Am selling eggs from Light Brahmas weighing from 11 to 13 pounds; partridge Cochins and Ply- mouth Rocks for $3.00 per sitting. All first premium and standard stock. For further particulars send stamp for descriptive circular to LUCIUS DUNBAR, West Bridgewater, Mass. WRIGHT’S PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER.—The best book on this subject for the money ever published. Price, $2.00, free by mail, Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia, Pa, AYLESBURY DUCK EGGS, $3 per dozen; Partridge Cochin Eggs, $2 per dozen. Both from very choice stock. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. _ SEND FOR PRINTED PEDIGREE of my Brown Leghorns from which I am selling Eggs at $3 per dozen, and guaranteeing satisfac- tion. T. H. WALTON, Box 130, Doylestown, Pa. PURE WHITE GUINEAS for sale cheap. Address, with stamp, C. H. FRY, Box 364, York, Pa. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—from P. Cochins, Buffs, and Dark Brahmas. A 1 stock. Pedigree given. Orders filled immediately. $3 to #4 per sitting. Carefully packed for any distance. DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn, SILVER PENCILED HAMBURGS.—Ten superior, finely marked Pullets, mated with imported cock from Henry Beldan (im- ported by Wm. Simpson, Jr.) Eggs $3 per dozen, securely packed. Men- tion “ Fanciers’ Journal.” Chicks for sale in the fall. F. A. BELKNAP, Barton, Vt. = ~~ f WEBSD py, ppl STAED): 48g DILION / / Webster's Unabridged Dictionary. 10,000 Words and Meanings not in other Dictionaries, 3000 Engravings, 1840 Pages Quarto, Price, $12, wee now is glorious—it leaves nothing to be desired. [President Raymond, Vassar College. E very scholar knows the value of the work. [W. H. Prescott, the Historian. BC one of my daily companions. {John L. Motley, the Historian, &c. uperior in most respects, to any other known to me. [Geo. P. Marsh. [John G. Whittier. [President Hitchcock. Renee compendium of human knowledge. [W. S. Clark, Pres’t, Ag. College. A necessity for every intelligent family, student, teacher, and profes- sional man. What Library is complete without the best English Dic- tionary? ALSO, Webster’s National Pictorial Dictionary, 1040 Pages Octavo. 600 Engravings. Price $5. The work is really a gem of a Dictionory, just the thing for the million. —American Educational Monthly. Published by G. & C. MERRIAM, Springfield, Mass. Sold by all Booksellers. EGGS! EGGS !! EGGS !!!—WHITE-FACED BLACK SRANISH A SPECIALTY. Black Spanish Cock “MOHAWK,” with pure white face, mated with ten very fine Pullets, selected from my stock which took first premium at the Central N. Y. Poultry Exhibition, Utica, Jan., 1874. Also, Chicks from my stock which took first, second, and special premiums at same time. WHITE LEGHORN COCK “ONEIDA,” mated with six choice Hens and Pullets (direct from the yard of J. Boardman Smith). SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS with WHITE EARLOBES, good wing-bars, and beautifully marked. All choice birds. Eggs for hatching, $3 per dozen. Young fowls for sale after Sept. 1st. Address S. P. HALLECK, Oriskany, N. Y. A SPLENDID CHANCE FOR A FORTUNE.—The under- signed, in consequence of ill-health, is reluctantly compelled to offer for sale, his business in Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa., consisting of a BIRD, FLOWER, AND SEED STORE, with POULTRY YARD AND PIGEON LOFTS. New Poultry House and Pigeon Lofts have been recently built and stocked at considerable expense. There is an A-1 trade firmly estab- lished, and paying handsomely. Only business of the kind in the coun- try. For full particulars address as above. EBEN P. DAY. BANTAMS.—Finding it necessary to reduce my stock, I offer for sale the following imported and premium birds: One trio Black Red Game Bantams, imported by me, May, 1873. Chicks 1st premium, Worcester, 2d at Boston, 1874. One trio Silver D. W. Game Bantam Fowls, eo Boston, 1874. i ‘ “« cc « “ he best guide of students of our language. xcels all others in defining scientific terms. “ “ “ , « ievellowie: « « “ ce @ Gg ie Ss HY ct Cock imported 1873. i Ge G “Chicks, 1st, Worcester and Boston. 1874. w “" Brown Red oc os “ “Ist, Boston, 1874. w “Trish Grey “ ft “Ist, Worcester and Boston, 1874. a “ Red Pile ot ‘““ Fowls, 1st, Boston, 1874. Imported,’73 “pair Black S re “One pair White ditto. «trio ‘“ Rose Comp. sf «2d, Boston, 1874, Hens import’d. “ a “ “ « « 3q « oe “ “ce “ S “ “ Chicks 3a. “ Ga G&G & uw “ « a iy W. B. ATKINSON, P. 0. Box 530, Boston, Mass, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. JOHN PARKER, 502 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, Pa., keeps on hand a large assortment of Fancy Pigeons. Birds of all varieties. Cages of all kinds and prices. Also, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, and Small Pets of all varieties. The largest collection in this city. Orders by mail promptly attended to. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Having set all the Dark Brahma eggs I wish, I can furnish from the Oak Lane Poultry Yards, a few sittings of my choicest selections from first-class stock at the reduced price of $3 per sitting of 13 eggs. Would ExcHANGE Eggs and two Dark Brahma Roosters, $5 each, for Merchandise. 3 Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. Cc. G. SANFORD, 458 Friendship Street., Providence, R. I., breeds Light and Dark Brahmas. My fowls are from Philander Williams’ and Emory Carpenter’s very best stock, and were awarded two premiums at the Show in Providence, R.I., March 4th. 5th, and 6th, 1874. Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per sitting. THE POULTRY REVIEW, PIGEON AND RABBIT STANDARD, AND CAGE-BIRD GAZETTE. The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Published weekly. Price, 3d. Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, Jno. Ludlow, and C. E. Brittan, in a superior style, with portraits of the most celebrated specimens of all varieties. It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding. Post free to America 1 year, $4.30; 6 months, $2.20. A. M. HALSTED, Rye, N. Y., Agent for the United States. _E. H. HERO, Milford, Mass., Breeder and Dealer in Fancy Pigeons. Orders now received for young Calcutta and Colored Fantails. MOLINE POULTRY YARDS, Moline, Il., S.C. WHEELOCK & BROS., Proprietors, Breeders of Asiatic and French Fowls. Eggs in season, from $2 to $4 per 18. Stock from Herstine’s, Warner’s, and Wil- liams’ yards. Five White Cochin and one P. Cochin Cocks for sale or exchange for Bantams or other stock. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. 0. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. GEORGE C. PEASE, dealer in SONG AND ORNAMENTAL BIRDS, Fancy Pigeons, Fowls, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Gold Fish, Aqua- riums, Plain and Fancy Bird Cages, &c., &e. On hand a choice lot of Tumbler and Fantail Pigeons, for sale cheap. Address GEO. C. PEASE, 200 North Fifth St., Reading, Pa. $3.00 per dozen. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS. Two dozen, either or B. BREASTED RED GAME EGGS, ) both kinds, $5.00. THERE IS NO BETTER STOCK IN THE COUNTRY. T sell Eggs from my own strains which have WON PREMIUMS FOR SEVEN YEARS PAST. Price List, practical hints, &c., FREE. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., N. Y. THE AMATEUR POULTRY BREEDER will please bear in mind that the Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs (Creoles) are no new fangled variety of fowls of mushroom growth, but are an old and reliable breed, giving perfect satisfaction wherever they have been introduced. Corres- pondence solicited. W. T. ROGERS, Box 137, Doylestown, Pa. FOR SALE.—Four Buff Cochin Cockerels, from Warner & Allen’s _stock, price, $5 to $10. Eggs, $3 for thirteen, packed and delivered to ex- ress. Also, one trio, price $15, will exchange for Houdans or Dorkies, rst-class; weight of cockerel, 9 to 11 lbs. Address J. B. HALE, Rowley, Essex Co., Mass. “CLASS STOCK. EGGS FROM FIRS Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s)............ Dark Brahmas (Squire and others) . Dominiques (Bicknell)............. Eggs, per sitting of 13, warr: h arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. --$5. 00 3 00 FOR SALE—To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, price $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silver Penciled Ham- burgs, choice birds, price $5. Warranted pure. C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright) The Brahma Fowl “4 The Poultry Book The Pigeon Book Poultry Breedin (Tegetmeir).... (Geyelin)......... The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement: pe Domestic Poultry (Saunders).. --Paper, 40c., Cloth, 75 American Bird Fancier. ... 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement).. 30 Variation ofAnimals and Pla h a ,2vis. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, CHO) Deccan coctncoctoncuccocobassassace - 50 American Standard of Excellence.. 1 50 Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, FOR SALE, I can spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 13, I keep no other breed. Shall have a few chicks to spare next fall. C. F. PERRY, Cuba, N.Y. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS A SPECIALTY.— Eggs from my thoroughbred Partridge and Buff Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, C. O. D. , Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. BAY EYES, UNADILLA Forks, Orseco Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. T have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Game Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. I shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, S. S. Hamburgs, Golden S. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to #3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. EGGS FOR HATCHMING.—From superior stock Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins (Todd’s strain), White Leghorns, Black Spanish, White and Golden Sebright Bantams, Cayuga and Plata Ducks, White Holland and Bronze Turkeys. Address DAVID W. BURNSIDE, Portland Mills, Parke Co., Ind. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked for furnishing, e in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with ben to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &c. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL for one year presented to all who purchase eggs from the following premium strains to the amount of $15 or more: Golden Spangled Hamburgs, Ongley Strain.. SHikG@e « rr i « Am. Dominique, W. H. Lockwood f Brown Leghorns, W. E. Bonney White Leghorns, J. B. Smith ie Address $5 00 per doz. HMyy © 3 00 wy 3 00 od ..- 3 00 y . WOOD, Ithaca, N. Y. GRAY DORKINGS.—tTwo trios, at $10 per trio; also, one cock and four hens for $15. These are good birds, and very cheap. Address Dorking, care of this oflice. _ SILVER GRAY DORKINGS, Partridge Cochins, Black Span- ish and White Bantams, all first premium birds. Eggs at reasonable prices. W.G.GARMON, Manchester, N. H. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETS. Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on short notice and true to life, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia, Pa. “THE BEST IS THE CHEAPEST.” Why it is believed my White Leghorns are supe- rior to all others: From the fact that my stock has been awarded Fifty-four Prizes in 1872-73, and that the committee, in revising the standard, used and carefully examined a cockerel bred by me, and re- ported accordingly. I can now fill orders for EGGS from my Selected Breeding Stock, on receipt of price, $5 PER DOZEN, Cash or P. O. order on Néw Haven. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. Na “Smith’s Pet.” 302 FANCIERS JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. CASCADILLA POULTRY YARDS, ITHACA, N. Y., C. V. FOWLES, PROPRIETOR. Breeder and Dealer in the following Breeds: B. B. R. GAMES, HOUDANS, W. C. W. POLISH, WHITE LEGHORNS. EGGS, $3 PER 18. Fowls for sale after September 1st. To persons sending me $12 for four sittings of Eggs, I will send the Fanciers’ Journal for one year. To persons sending $6 for two sittings, I will send the Standard of Ex- cellence, as revised at Buffalo. PURE BRED STOCK, AND WHERE TO GET THEM! RIVERSIDE STOCK AND POULTRY YARDS. WM. WRIGHT, anv 8S. BUTTERFIELD, Proprietors. We shall sell a limited number of sittings of Eggs, at $5 per sitting, from Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge.Cochins. Our Light Brah- mas are Williams’ strain, pure. Yard No. 1—Cock Young Alexis, is mated with six prize Hens, all standard birds, and winners at Detroit and Buftalo Show. Yard No.2—Cock Duke of Essex is also mated with standard birds, among them are the winners of Ist, at Detroit, for Chicks of 1873. Yard No. 3—Dark Brahmas; are our own direct importation of 1873, and are first-class birds of high merit. and we can safely recommend them to the fancier. Yard No, 4—BuffCochins, imported from England, from Rev. Mr. Brooks’ and Taylor’s strains, and selected by our Mr. B. for breeding pur- poses. Yard No.5—Imported Partridge Cochins ; are standard birds, and mated with great care for breeding. We also make the importing and breeding of Lincoln and Cotswold Sheep, Suffolk, Essex, and Berkshire Pigs a specialty. Mr. S. Butterfield being personally acquainted with all the leading breeders in England, will leave on or about the middle of June to make a selection from the best pens of premium birds at the various shows in 1874. Any orders entrusted to him will be executed according to instructions, on commission or otherwise. All communica- tions addressed with stamp, to WM. WRIGHT, Griswold St., Detroit, Mich., Or Riverside Stock Farm, Sandwich, Ontario, Canada. I now offer for sale Eggs from the following varieties of Fowls, that took first premiums of all the varieties mentioned, name- ly: White Cochins, White Polish, Golden and Silver- spangled Polish, and White Crest Black Polish,Gold- en and Silver- spangled Ham- burgs, and Brown Leghorns. THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “@8 AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS FROM PRIZE POULTRY.—C. W. CHAMBERLAIN, Arlington, Mass., will have Eggs to dispose of at $3 per dozen, from his Dark Brahmas, Lady Groyda, Herstine, and Black Prince strains. They were awarded 2d for fowls, and 2d and 4th for Chicks, at the Maine Poultry Exhibition in 1874. WHITE-FACED BLACK SPANISH.—ist, 2d, and 3d prize and Silver Cup at the Connecticut State Poultry Exhibi- tion, December, 1873, and 1st at Boston, 1874. SILVER-LACED SE- BRIGHT BANTAMS, small and well-laced. . 1st at New England Poul- try Show, 1874. BLACK HAMBURGS.—4 few sittings of Eggs, 4. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. HOMING ANTWERPS.— Young birds from my stock, im- ported, and warranted genuine Homing Birds. Now booking orders. Price, $10 and $15 per pair. D. PORTER, 251 N. Pearl St., Albany, N. Y. Address PARTRIDGE COCHINS.—Light trios for sale, good, at Reserve Township Poultry Yards.: Address G. W. EVANS, Reserve Township, Alleghany City, Pa. WHITE AND PARTRIDGE COCHIN EGGS, from John J. Berry’s stock, $4.00 per 13. White Crested White Polish, from F. T Sperry’s stock, Eggs, $4.00 per sitting of 13. Black Leghorns, from Reed Watson’s- stock, $4.00 per sitting of 13. Dark Brahmas and White-Faced Black Spanish, very fine, Eggs, $3.00 per 13. Buff Cochins, fine stock Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. A very limited number of orders will be booked and filled in rotation. All eggs securely packed and fresh at time of ship- ment. J. C. FULLER, Vineland, N. J. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” Eggs $6 per dozen. WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. FRANK FITCH, CLYDE, N. Y., Breeder of Pure Bred Poultry and Berkshire Pigs, from imported stock. Eggs for hatching in season. Catalogue and package Mammoth Corn free, for stamp. 45> Choice Seed Potatoes also for sale. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W.E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. ‘*BRAHMA FOWL.”—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. G. M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass. Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. : BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 per doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $3 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game Bantam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. 1st. S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. BROWN LEGHORNS, BRED FROM STOCK IMPORTED PER BARK ASA FITCH. EGGS, ‘ Carefully packed, at $3 per dozen. J. B. VANDERWATER, Box 960, Middletown, Conn. Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 perdozen. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for Price List. HAMBURGS and BANTAMS.—E£ggs from Imported Golden and) iiver spangled Hamburgs, Golden and Silver Sebright Bantams, $4 er doz. antams at $8 to $12. Also, FANCY PIGEONS. GEO. F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. A few trios of Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of G.S. | | Bronze Turkeys, $5. | Ducks, $3. HOMING ANTWERPS, OWLS AND SOLID TURBITS: JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Tree. DARK BRAHMAS A SPECIALTY. Eggs now ready for delivery from very choice stock, at $3.00 per dozen, packed and delivered at the express Office. Also a few fowls at reasonable prices. All orders must be accompanied with the cash. Address with stamp T. F. LAMB, 32 HUM- PHREY Street, NEW HAVEN, Conn. EGGS! C€.0.D. C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. Birds for sale after Sept. 1st. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. Address FOWLS, EGGS, PIGEONS, SONG BIRDS AND RABBITS. Send for Price List to LITTLEMAN, Springfield, Ohio. CREVECGURS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for hatch- ing, from my premium birds, $3 per doz., carefully packed. No Circulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire St., P.O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK FARM, EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT _BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke Stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of Fowls at reasonable prices. Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, White Leghorns. Eggs for Hatching: Asiatics $5, and White Leghorns $3 per sitting. Blooded Horses and Alderney Cattle. T. L, McKEEN. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Light Brahmas from the following pens: Duke of Grand Street, weight 15 pounds; Hen’s weight 11 and 12 Ibs. each. Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. Eggs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stock, Eggs, $5.00 per dozen. White Crested White Polands, White Crested Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stock, carefully selected by myself at the various Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.0.D. All orders filled in rotation, EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY, —A few pairs of superior Black and and Red Carrier Pigeons fur sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. AYLESBURY DUCKS EGGS—Mrs. Wm. Taylor, Riverside, Burlington Co., N. J., can spare a few sittings of Eggs at § per sitting, carefully packed. = = E. S. STARR, 882 Elk Street, Buffalo, N. Y., Breeder of Light Brahmas (Felch and Autocrat Strains), Partridge Cochins, and Brown Leghorns, carefully selected from the best strains in the country. Black B. R. Game Bantams from Crosby’s first premium stock. Can spare afew eggs from the above varieties, from same pens I breed from for myself, at $5 per sitting of 13, carefully packed and delivered to Express Co. All cash orders promptly filled in rotation, or money returned. FANCY PIGEONS.—JOHN SPEALLER, 1415 N. Fourth St., Phila- delphia, Breeder, Importer, and Dealer in all varieties of Fancy Pigeons. A large lot on hand always. Orders by mail promptly attended to. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, $4. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1873, I was awarded first pre- mium and two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark Brahmas, second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze Turkeys. 304 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AN D POULTRY EXCHANGE. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochbins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. i Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, . $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 3,00 oe White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 cf Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 o3 Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.O.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. W. H. TODD, VERMILION, OHIO.—High-class Poultry; Asia- tics a grand specialty. Over thirty varieties of Land and Water Fowls— winners of 854 prizes at great State and Poultry Shows in three years. Fowls to spore and Eggs for Hatching. Price List free. New Catalogue, large and splendid, describing forty breeds, with large life-like cuts of all the Brahmas and Cochins, and eighteen varieties of Land and Water Fowls, giving much valuable information, for 10 cents. THE “ POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase | Eggs from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- | mea Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards. Send for new illustrated OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. Address Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. | circular. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. WE LEAD ALL! BUT FOLLOW NONE!! J. F. FERRIS, ST AMFORD, CONN. WILL SEND THE “FANCIERS’ JOURNAL” FOR 1874, FREE TO E Who orders Eggs to the amount of VERYVONE! £5, or Fowls to the amount of $10. TWENTY VARIETIES. LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, BLACK SPANISH, WHITE LEGHORNS, HOUDANS, PURE BRED | Send for Circular and Price List. BUFF AND PARTRIDGE COCHINS, PLYMOUTH ROCKS, DOMINIQUES, W. C. BLACK, anp GOLDEN POLANDS, SILVER-GRAY DORKINGS, GAMES, GOLDEN SEBRIGHT, anp BLACK BANTAMS, ROUEN AND AYLESBURY DUCKS. EGGS from choice coops, $2.00 and $8.00 per nest. BLACK RUSSIANS, | QUU8 ahd Every correspondent should mention THIS advertisement. If you will INCLOSE STAMP, I will send you my new Circular, and if requested, a SAMPLE COPY of the “JOURNAL.” Ihave CHOICE In either pairs or trios, which I will dispose of at reasonable prices, FOR BIRDS, FIRST-CLASS STOCK! Every variety! Correspondence solicited, and cheerfully answered promptly. My fowls are bred with great care, from the most noted strains in the country. Have recently purchased the choice breeding stock of Partridge and Buff Cochins of Chas. H. Crosby, Esq., Danbury, Conn. Also, stock of Light Brahmas of H. A. Grant Jr., Tarrytown, N. Y., and also added very choice breeding birds in nearly all at short notice. varieties (many of them prize-winners). I can furnish FRESH EGGS, WRIT EB! ELECTROTYPES OF ANY CUTS APPEARING IN THIS JOURNAL FOR SALE, AT REASONABLE PRICES. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia. MOCKING-BIRD TO EXCHANGE for Brown Leghorn Pul- lets. Also, 20,000 live Trout for sale. Eggs—Light Brahmas, Houdans, White Cochins, $1.50 per doz. Live Mink for Breeding. Partner wanted. SPRING GROVE TROUT WORKS, Ossipee, N. H. H. N. WHEELER, Mystic River, Conn., Breeder of pure Brown Leghorns from the old Mystic River Stock, imported by Capt. Isaac Gates. Eggs, $3 per dozen. Orders taken now. EGGS FOR SALE.—From all the principal varieties of Fowls, especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. Address | WHITE SWANS.—Just imported from Europe, and arrived in fine condition. Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare and choice birds, to arrive in three weeks. Now booking orders. Price, WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. EGGS From First Premium BROWN LEGHORNS, AT THREE DOLLARS PER SITTING. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN. JOS. M. WADE, A. N. RAUB, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. LOCK HAVEN, PA. EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Butf Cochins. Black Red $85 per pair. LEWIS RUHE, 98 Chatham St., New York. Game Bantams. Golden Sebrights. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. ia! F363 BIRD FANCIERS JOURNAL AND IR OU ee Ne Vot. I. PRU iE ILEUS, MAY 14, 1874. No. 20. (For the Fanciers’ Journal.) A. P. A. vs. A. M. HALSTED. I am not the champion of the rights of the American Poultry Association, neither of those of Mr. Halsted. The question at issue, however, is one in which we are all inter- ested, inasmuch as the individual rights of every member of that Association, either present or prospective, is involved in the action of the adjourned meeting held at Boston. I do not pretend from the records to understand the case, and, I confess, I write this short article as much for the pur- pose of getting some light on the question for all of us, as for any other. In the first place I remark, therefore, that ‘for ways that are dark,’’ the action of the Association at Boston in this particular case, beats the ‘‘ Heathen Chinee’’ all to pieces. Whether Mr. Halsted did, or did not, introduce a member under an assumed name is to the public not known; but the question in the public mind is: What object could Mr. Hal- sted have in so introducing any one? Why should he strive to introduce one to the presence of ‘‘the most dignified body of men ever assembled together for any honorable pur- pose’? under a false name? Here is where the records are dark. Those of us who were not at Boston can’t find out any of the facts of the case; neither who the member was, nor why he was so introduced. If we had the facts we might form a more intelligent judgment on the matter. But, secondly, no court, in a republic like ours, ever con- victs a man without a trial. I am extremely sorry that the movers in this action did not give Mr. Halsted a chance to come before them, and at least plead ‘‘not guilty.’’ This is where they have betrayed great weakness, if Mr. Halsted was not heard in his own defence. From the records we can’t tell whether he was present or not, nor whether he was invited to be present after having been made acquainted with the specific charges against him; nor can we even tell whether he was ever made acquainted with the charges against him previous to expulsion. tainly, in the calm judgment of every man, done itself much dishonor, and its members, particularly Mr. Halsted, a great wrong. Now, I confess, to me this is a bad showing for ‘¢the most dignified and honorable,” &c.; or, are we to understand that the President had just read Mark Antony’s oration over the dead body of Cesar, and was perpetrating a grim joke at the expense of the Association when he used that phrase? An- tony said of the assassins of Cwesar: “These are all honora- ble men.” I have not a bit of doubt as to the integrity and honor of the members of the American Poultry Association. Many of them aré my’ personal friends, but they: willagree with me that that part which took action at Boston éither did it?in undue haste or they have covered some evidence whi public has not had a chance to hear. If not, the Association has cer-- themselves, and in justice to Mr. Halsted, this evidence should be forthcoming at once. But, on the other side, if Mr. Halsted’s statement is true, as published, and neither the American Poultry Association nor any one else has ever publicly denied it, and, besides, it seems entirely fair on the face, what then? Simply this, that some of the members have proved themselves hot-headed, and repulsed and driven away many who were anxious to become members from offering their names to the Asso- ciation. If Mr. Halsted’s statement is correct, the Association should not lose a moment in reversing its action. In fact, if it is correct, the mover of that resolution owes it to him to pub- lish a proper apology in every paper in which the resolution for expulsion was published. If not correct, and the mover of the resolution has the evidence, it is due to him and the Association, and the public, that it is brought to light. Let us know at once whether this is mere persecution, or whether the accused has been guilty of an offence which would war- rant his expulsion. CAUSING us (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE LAST REVISION OF THE STANDARD. To Wm. H. CuurcuMan, Esq., President American Poultry Association, Claymont, Del. Dear Sir: The universal dissatisfaction exhibited among American poultry breeders and fanciers with the results of the hastily concluded Convention held at Buffalo in January —of which you were presiding ofticer—prompts me to address you directly, for the purpose of presenting to you officially my views, already communicated publicly through two of our leading poultry journals. Personally, 1 have no especial interest in the matter of a “Standard of Excellence”’ for adoption at American poul- try exhibitions, because I long since ceased to be a contrib- utor of my stock to our public shows—after a successful career for years among sharp competitors with my Chinese fowls, which proved (at least to me) of the most flattering and remunerative tharacter; but, feeling the same lively interest in the welfare of my brother fanciers at large that Ihave indulged for over a quarter of a century, and believing that I know something about this subject (or ought to) through past long experience, I desire to call your attention, and, through you, the notice also of the officers and mem- bers of the new ‘American Poultry Association’ to my views, and to this end I respectfully present the following specific objections to the “standard” just issued under your auspices, which is offered to the poultry societies of the United States as law, to govern their conduct at future pub- lic fowl exhibitions. These objections to, and my opinion ~of this: RO neh ” are in Bent as follows): 306 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. gether offensive, especially through the mandatory dictum embodied in its badly framed “instructions to judges.” Second. Said ‘instructions’? cannot be made practicable or useful, since their subjugative and imperative wording must inevitably have the effect of preventing any indepen- dent, competent, honorable man, from accepting the always- thankless post of a judge at our shows, under the compulsory rules thus prescribed to control his own opinion. Third. In my judgment, no such gratuitous manacles should be provided for fair honest judges; and I am not ready to admit that any ‘‘association”’ or set of men, through their simple ipse dixit, have the right to impose such regulations either upon Show judges, or any other state, county, or town association. Fourth. I am convinced, through numerous adverse let- ters latterly received, and by free oral communication with scores of American fanciers, that this work, in its present highly objectionable form, can never be adopted to any extent by poultry societies in this country as a standard, and that it is for this reason comparatively worthless for its intended purpose as a rule. Fifth. The standard, as published, was evidently made | up in too hurried a manner at the best, and, though the) intents of its framers may have been good, it fails in details, in many respects, to meet the needs and the views of the American poultry fraternity generally, who find this but a rehash of former ignored similar works. Sixth. I believe it will be condemned likewise on ac- count of its incompleteness, its apparent partiality, its palpable omissions, and in several instances (as J look at it), the parodoxical nonsense of its stated requirements and declarations as to ‘‘ disqualifications ’’ in certain breeds. Seventh. In this connection, I cite for example the bald inconsistency in this standard, regarding the prize requi- sites for “ Brahma” fowls. The Light Brahmas must have ‘legs strong, and well feathered to tips of owter toes.” . . . The Dark Brahmas must have “legs strong, well feathered | outside, to the ends of outer and middle toes.”” In points, quality in the Dark Brahmas counts fifteen, according to this standard. Why should this difference in the same qual- ification be thus rated, and why should there be required this difference of ‘‘ feathering on the toes,’ upon two colors of the same birds? Can anything be sillier than these two assumptions ? In the ‘‘Game Bantam”? list, on page 32, but 95 points (instead of 100) are set down for judges to ‘‘strictly adhere to” in deciding upon this class. As to the ‘ Cochins”’ (see page 16, in the list of qualifications), this standard declares ‘“‘vulture hocks objectionable, but not a disqualification.” On pages 18, 20, 21, same chapter, in the list of disqualifica- tions for Partridge, White, Buff, and Black Cochins in each | variety, your standard declares separately, ‘‘ vulture hocks are particularly objectionable.’’ What are we to understand by these flat contradictions, uttered in the same breath; and how are judges under your positive instructions to ‘‘ adhere strictly to your rules’ on page 3 and 4, to decide this point? Bighth. In the case of ‘‘ Houdans,’”’ your new standard requires (vide page 67), that ‘the toes shall be five in num- ber, the fifth claw turned upward;”’ and ‘the absence of the fifth toe is a disqualification.” Now it is notorious that the fifth toe belongs rightfully only to the Dorking fowl (originally), and also that seven out of ten of our best Hou-' | Bailies’ Shanghais, etc. ‘| Excellence.” dan breeders recognize only four toes for this variety, in its French purity. Ninth. In the classification of ‘‘Games,’’? more than half a dozen known established varieties are omitted in the new lists entirely—as the Irish Grays, the Shawl Games, the Spangled, Birchin Duck, Blues, Red Duns, Brass Back, Blue Reds, ete., no one of which varieties do I find aliuded to, even in this ‘revised’? new standard; but all of which are largely bred in America, by such fanciers as Van Win- kle, N. J.; Col. Meacham, Mass.; Bestor, Conn. ; Bicknell, N. Y.; Hancock, Mass., and others. Tenth. No mention is made in this work of several other distinct, well known, and long bred varieties of fowls, which are fur more familiar to Eastern breeders, than are those last named—and the query is often put, upon examining this ‘American standard ’’—How are we to get our birds into future shows? To wit—the “ Black Javas,”’ the “ Guil- derlands,’’ the ‘ Bolton Grays,’’ the Marsh, the Forbes, the Why are all these varieties which we have bred for years and vears, thus left out in the cold? The formal presentation of these ten cogent reasons is made without argument, and simply in the shape of facts. I deem them, Mr. President, of sufficient consequence to arrest the attention of yourself, and that of your official associates, and to warrant your society in attempting a com- plete correction of the errors herein complained of. I desire that this communication may be received in the spirit in which it is written; but I submit, in view of the premises, that this new American Standard of Excellence, as revised under the auspices of the American Poultry Asso- ciation at Buffalo, is not what the poultry fanciers and our breeders in this country want—what they need—what they expected—and what-they are bound to have—sooner or later; and that is an improvement upon all former abortive and ill-planned attempts in this direction. I could urge upon your consideration, further, the fact that your new standard is not put forth at a popular price—one dollar being at least eight times the cost of this pamphlet. s : ld point out what I deem grave mistakes in your symmetry counts ten in the Light Brahmas, and the same icoulgup 5 y admission of known cross-bred fowls in this standard’s lists, as recognized varieties. I could reiterate remarks that are oft repeated among New England breeders, to the effect that all these faults of omission and commission point indubita- bly to a “purpose, on the part of a few managers, at the expense of the many poultry men in this country, but I forbear to enlarge for the present. As I have publicly suggested, I repeat it—the fanciers and breeders of America demand ‘‘a new deal’’ in this standard matter. Will it be agreeable to you and your associates to call another Convention of al/ interested in this subject, at a conveniently early day, and at a central place, where we may come together en masse, and in open meeting discuss and vote upon this subject of a final revision of the American standard, where all parties may have the oppor- tunity to hear and be heard, without being compelled to pay three dollars for the privilege? Through such means, the standard that we all want, and need, may be properly and appropriately arranged, and we may thus get, in my opinion, a reliable work, which every fancier in America will thankfully accept as authority, and which every Society will immediately adopt as a useful, prac- tical, applicable, and acceptable ‘‘American Standard of I am respectfully yours, Meee Mass., May, 1874. Gro. P. BuRNHAM. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 307 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A SENSIBLE PROPOSAL. J. M. Wanz, Esa. Your Fanciers’ Journal, through its contributor, Mr. Burnham, has taken the initiative in a matter of the great- est importance to poultry interests, and I was pleased to see, in arecent number of your admirable weekly, his ideas of the new National American Standard and its projectors. Mr. Burnham is a veteran in peultry breeding, and his ad- vice on this subject of properly revising our standard is well-timed. If such a convention as he suggests could be held this summer, it would undoubtedly be attended by our ' poultry men generally ; and in an open, fair meeting, where all could be heard, a good many new ideas and valuable hints as to what we ought to have in an American standard would be brought out to manifest general advantage. Whatever may be done, one thing is evident, and that is that this last ‘‘revision”’ of the standard is no advance on former efforts of the kind, and cannot answer the purpose or fulfil the expectations of American poulterers. To say nothing of its mistakes, omissions, inconsistencies, and glar- ing contradictions, the rules laid down at its commence- | ment, controlling our judges at exhibitions, are strikingly in bad taste, and to my mind altogether superfluous. I hope a new convention will be held, and I trust that such meeting will be fully attended. In this way, I think, we may not only correct the errors of this almost useless work, but man- age to get out a good American standard. C. H. E. Boston, April, 1874. oe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) MR. SECRETARY RALPH'S CARD. Eprror Fanciers’ JOURNAL. Will you allow me a few lines of space in your columns on the subject of the proposed new ‘‘standard,”’ to say that | the card published in No. 18 of your paper by Edmund S. Ralph, Esq., Secretary of the American Poultry Associa- tion, is very fair and courteous, as well as prompt in response to the published criticisms of the work in question ? But, at the same time, I would like to ask what are we who have bought ‘‘the incomplete and erroneous fist edition”’ he alludes to, to do with it? How, when it is corrected and again ‘‘revised,’’ shall we get the proposed second edition? Must we invest another dollar each for this last attempt? Will that be final, if arranged by the Executive Committee aforesaid only? Before printing any more editions of this work any way, I think we had better have the “free and full discussion”’ he suggests, in open convention somewhere, where ali American poultry men can be heard and con- sulted with as to what this ‘‘second edition ’’ should con- tain. It is immaterial who calls this convention. If the National Association choose to do so, well and good. But do not let us have any more editions of this work till ‘‘the back counties shall have been heard from,” as suggested by half a dozen of your correspondents lately. : Respectfully, ee + Rieur. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) OMISSIONS IN THE NEW STANDARD. Epitor FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. I can’t do it—I wish I could—but I am quite ‘“ disquali- fied”’ to put the question so cleverly to the point as your spicy, well-posted, and experienced correspondent, Mr. G. P. Burnham, of Massachusetts, has accomplished it. I have read all of this trenchant writer’s published books on poultry matters, his funny record of the “history of the hen fever”? included; and what he don’t know about fowl raising in America, is not worth knowing. I fancy he writes ably as well as pleasantly, and I peruse his con- tributions to the Fanciers’ Journal and elsewhere with great pleasure. In this actively controverted matter of the new Standard of Excellence, among the well known varieties of domestic birds that are not alluded to in the official lists, I am acquainted with three or four distinct breeds, which, it strikes me, ought to find a place in any complete American Standard. There are the ‘‘Sumatra Game,” the ‘‘ Domi- nique Game,” and the famous ‘‘Dun Games;”’ also, the “ Bolton Grays’ or “‘ Cradle fowls,” these last being better known in many quarters than several more modern breeds, and a beautiful bird they are, altogether—called sometimes Dutch or everlasting layers, from their noted prolificness in this respect. It strikes me that the ‘“ American Poultry Association ”’ are bound to call a new convention for their own credit. I agree with Mr. Burnham that a convention ought to be called by somebody, and I coincide with you that there does not seem to be need for such call outside of the present ex- isting national society, the officers of which, generally, must have discovered ere this that the new standard they have thrown together so carelessly, is not what was anticipated at their hands, and that it cannot come into use among State poultry societies as it now stands. In the first part of this little book, the chapter of ‘“ direc- tions to judges’’ is very objectionable, and to my view is simply impracticable, taken in connection with the contra- dictory particulars that erroneously appear in the body of the standard; besides this, as several of your writers sug- gest, these directions or positive instructions are quite unnec- essary, and by their dogmatical wording are rendered absolutely nugatory, as well as presumptuous. If a new convention be held, I hope it will be fully atten- ded by poultry men from all the States; and I trust that the next attempts to fix up a good American standard will be more successful in the end. I have so far failed to find a single article in our poultry journals in favor of this one- dollar pamphlet. Has it got no friends ? Respectfully yours, 8. T. Howxr.i. BROOKLYN, N. Y. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE PROPOSED NEW CONVENTION. Your leading editorial in No. 18 is very judicious in its recommendations as to the calling of another convention, to revise the last revised standard. No one will object to your mode; i.e., that such convention be called by the Amer- ican Poultry Association, whose officers ask for a fair, honest criticism of their doings, etc. This is just as it should be. If this society choose to call a new convention, and will make their invitation broad enough to admit all classes of poultry men who may be permitted to take part in the deliberations, without being obliged to pay $3 for the chance (unless they choose to donate this sum), everybody will be satisfied with the arrangement, and ought to beso. Such a meeting would be very largely attended, no doubt. Those who could not, | or would not attend, must make themselves content with | the doings of such a convention; for, if they absent them- 308 FANCIERS’ selves, it is their fault if things are not settled exactly to their liking ; at least all societies and all interests may easily be represented there by delegates, friends, or neighbors of necessary absentees. Let us have a Convention called. The Executive Com- mittee of the American Association is composed of but twenty men, and a ‘‘baker’s dozen’? could hardly be got together at once out of this score of gentlemen, scattered as they are from Maine to California; and these dozen men ought not to be asked to revise this standard *by themselves. It is the people’s work to do, and the masses should meet and complete it rightfully, in concert with this Association. No one can justly object to this plan. B. Pou: Depagrnent. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) _ THE WOOD DUCK. f/ ? Gi MN AN. i ING NW Tuts is a most beautiful specimen of the web-footed tribe, differing from most other sorts by the habit of constructing its nest in the hollow or decayed portions of trees, and some- times by laying sticks across the forked branches, from which the young drop into the water. They only remain in this latitude through the summer, and at the approach of cold weather emigrate to a warmer clime; hence it is sometimes called the ‘Summer or Carolina Duck,’’ which closely resembles in appearance the Chinese Mandarin. It is known in the United States from the northern to the southern limits, as well as an inhabitant of Mexico and the West India Islands. They are often seen in quantities in the New York and Philadelphia markets, though the flesh is said to be inferior to the Blue-winged Teal. Its food consists of seeds, wild oats, insects, and aquatic plants. In this State the female usually lays, early in May, eggs JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. of an oval shape, resembling polished ivory in color. In- cubation lasts twenty-five days. When they are hatched some distance from the water the mother carries the young from the nest in the tree to it, where a flock of them skim- ming about is very ornamental. They may be domesticated by setting the eggs under a hen or tame duck, and approach- ing the young quite frequently until they become familiar, never allowing them to become suddenly or unnecessarily frightened. As they become domesticated they increase in size, and if the birds are properly moulted, by attention and proper food, their crests become more and more deyel- oped, and the plumage more brilliant, but they will not breed in confinement until they become accustomed to their abode and contented therein. Their great beauty renders thorough domestication so desirable that no prejudice in favor of small size should be allowed to interpose, as no poultry show is complete in their absence. The adult drake has a red bill, margined with black, and having a black spot between the nostrils, and a sort of hooked projection at the end. The irides of the eye are orange-red. Crown of head and crest pendant of a rich glossy bronze-green, and beautifully marked with a line of pure white running over the eye and another behind it, producing a very striking appearance. Chin, throat, and color round the neck pure white. Breast dark violet brown, marked with spots of white, increasing in size until they spread into the white of the belly. Sides under the wings thickly and beautifully marked with fine, undulating, paral- lel lines of black on a ground of yellowish-drab. Tail | coverts long, of a hair-like texture at the sides, over which they droop, and are of a deep greenish-black. Back dusty brown. ; The female has a smaller crest on. the head, with a crown of dark purple, a bar of white behind the eye, white chin and throat; neck drab, breast dusky brown, with gold and Tail is shorter, and the hair-like coverts of the male wanting. Altogether their plumage is splendid and attractive. greenish reflections. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) . ABOUT BLACK RUSSIANS. BELIEVING it is well that we should know as much as possible about the different breeds of fowls, and believing that the economic value of fowls particularly should be well understood by those at least who breed them for profit, I venture in this short article to offer a word of protest against the praise which has been lavished on the particular ‘breed known as Black Russians. I was first led to think favorably of them through a circu- lar forwarded me several years ago by one who was at the time breeding them. I corresponded for some time with this breeder with the intention of testing the fowls, but the replies I got were not altogether satisfactory. It will be recollected by many of my readers that some eighteen months ago an illustrated article appeared in the Poultry World, giving a brief description of the fowls. The writer cautiously says: ‘‘ They appear to have useful economical qualities, prodigious reports having been made of their laying qualities, &c.”’ Believing that the writer of the article was deceived, like myself, I have nothing to say and lay no blame to him. The truth is I believed too im- plicitly in the representations of several who were interested in the breed, and bought some of these fowls. I do not find FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 3809 them at all as represented. Finding that I had been mis- led, I wrote, several weeks ago, to the gentleman of whom I bought them, giving my opinion of the breed in general, and asking whether his experience agreed with mine or not, as I wished to know whether I was the exception to the rule. His reply was this: ‘‘I must confess I think you are right about Black Russians; like yourself, I was deceived by the misrepresentations made by others.’’? This gentle- man, it should be mentioned here, was entirely honorable in the transaction, and when he sent the fowls he particu- larly requested that if I was not satisfied with them I should fix my own price. It being a fair business transaction and no fault of his, I paid what I promised. But to the economic value of these fowls. Does anybody know any good of them? I expected to sell a few dozen eggs, and so advertised, but I have been a little disap- pointed. I have three hens. One has laid two clutches of eggs, one clutch four in number, and the other two; another hen has laid one clutch of egg, one in number. Thus from my three hens I have received seven eggs in as many weeks. Now that is a ‘prodigious report,’’ but it is true, and the best I can make. I find the fowls small, though one hen is at least a year old. In size they do not compare favorably with ordinary barnyard stock; and as egg producers, I should as soon think of keeping a flock of canary birds to keep me in cus- tards and omelets. I hope those who are breeding them more extensively will be able to say something good in their favor, and I beg their pardon for the apparently strong language I may use, but a more arrant humbug in feathers than Black Russian fowls has never come to my notice. I feel all the more free to write this article since I have not sold my fowls. My opinion of them can be no more strongly expressed than by stating that I have turned them out with some barnyard fowls, and still I get no eggs from them. They are still for sale to any one who wants that class of stock. They cost me something over twelve dollars, but it will not be a safe operation for any one to offer me half that sum if he does not want the fowls. It may be that they will lay some time, but I shall not wait any longer. Under the circumstances, of course, I have no eggs to sell at present, hence I hope I shall not be ungenerously accused of advertising my stock. The only axe I have to grind is the one which will soon take their heads off. I would, however, like to have enough of eggs to pay for the corn and wheat they have eaten. I have not written this without fear that I may be doing “some one an injury unconsciously, and yet I feel that if my experience is not an exceptional one, it is but right and proper that the public should know the economic value, not only of this breed of fowls, but of every other, and that if their defects are great they should be known to all. A. N.R. Lock Haven, Pa. +—<.30em + (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HEREDITARY FANCIES. FRIEND WADE. After being out among my fowis, or studying the pub- lished pedigrees, reading the numerous advertisements, or pouring over again and again the many interesting articles in the poultry papers, I sometimes talk in the presence of my family with no little enthusiasm upon the subject and matter in which I find so much interest, and not unfre- quently our only daughter will exclaim, “Now, Pa, you surely are chicken crazy!’ And’yet she ardently loves her Sebrights and canary, and would welcome to the line a pair of pigeons also. But, because of her earnest exclama- tions with so much seeming astonishment, I ask myself, ‘“« Why is it thus with me? and why can some see the finest points in a fowl and cannot discover a serious blemish in a horse ?’””. There must be a legitimate cause for all this, and I have been led to look for it in my own case, as I fre- quently look after the track and developments in breeding stock. Now, sir, it must be blood. All this in me could not be the result of mere education, for my father never really had the hen fever in his life; even the slight symp- toms were succeeded with a chill that left its mark; so that I could not have inherited or have been educated by him to a fancy for poultry. Only a few years ago I sent him the finest trio of Light Brahmas I could select from my flock, and he soon lost interest in them, and is now spending the leisure hours of his old age in a greenhouse, whilst I antici- pate one of the felicities of advanced years to be an excel- lent henhouse and the finest lot of poultry in the world. The dreams of my childhood were haunted with the appear- ance of exquisitely-marked chickens; and why may not life be made serene in the actual indulgence of an early fancy ? But there was one thing I never engaged in for a moment: cock fighting, even in the excitable period of youth, was repulsive to me. But to the question, where did I get this fancy for poul- try, loving such pets more ardently than the other domes- ticated animals with which our homes are made agreeable and pleasant, adding to their comfort and enjoyment? I will tell you, as I believe, I inherited it—in a measure at least—although I have not enlisted to write an essay on the transmission of quality. As I am credibly informed, my great-grandmother, in her early pioneer life, took eges with her to her far-off rural home, surrounded at the time with dense forests. The eggs were of but little use but for food; at least they alone were a faint encouragement for a brood of chickens. Without some mode of hatching, what could she do, for there were none but wild fowls in the vast woods that surrounded their new home? But her ingenuity supplied the deficiency, and her perseverence brought out the desired brood, from which, in after days, she had to fight away the foxes and hawks. The mode of incubation was novel indeed to us moderns, who rush things by steam when nature’s processes are too slow. This ancient lady actually hatched out the chicks, with which the farm was stocked with poultry, by folding the eggs carefully in cotton, and carrying them in her bosom by day and com- mitting them to the warm hearthstone by night, so that the brood was brought out successfully. And this one fact alone, if there was no other in the history of my ancestors, leads me to suppose that I have inherited something of my tastes with their blood. I also discover a moral in this, and would speak from the standpoint of experience, and say to parents, if your child evinces a bent of mind and a desire for a lawful, honorable pursuit, cultivate it; for I apprehend that many a good furmer, merchant, and mechanic has been spoiled in the attempt to make a poor minister, lawyer, or doctor; and vice versa is equally true. I now call to mind the case of a young man, heir to a large estate, whose desire was to be 310 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. an intelligent practical farmer, but his ambitious father wanted him to take a profession, and he said to me one day: ‘“ What would you do with the boy; for he is constantly urging me to order such of such blooded stock or improved tools and machinery, the history of which he learns and gives in his letters?”? My answer was: ‘‘ Let him come back to this home; bring to this library the best agricul- tural books in the world; instruct him to study the several parts, and then go out upon the farm. to superintend their practical operation.”’ But before that father died he sorely regretted that he had urged the boy against his inclination, although it had all been done in true Christian kindness. Yet the son broke down, and, instead of occupying for a a home one of the finest farms in the State, he is now the) care of two fond sisters, whereas, as I view it, he might have been their support; but now even trips to Europe are unavailing, and the last I heard from them the sisters were bending beneath their load of care, being overtasked with anxiety and care on account of a much-loved brother. I know that it is a delicate and critical charge we have, to hold the minds instrusted to our training in the persons of our children into the right way of living; therefore we need great wisdom and carefulness in order to properly ad- just their plastic and elastic spirits to circumstances that they make the most of an earthly existence. There is ad- monition in the fact that ardent pet-loving children rarely, if ever, become criminals. But I find I have let my pen run over considerable paper, and I will quit, committing all that I have said to you. If you use it my only hope is that it do good to some of your numerous and intelligent readers. Wrrriam Arwoop. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TAILLESS FOWLS. FRIEND WADE. ' I notice in alate issue of your Journal, inquiries con- cerning tailless fowls. Perhaps I can give some informa- tion on that subject. Forty years ago I was on a visit to the coast of Ayrishire, in Scotland,—even then I was a fan- cier. There I saw the ‘‘Rumpies,”’ as they named them. On inquiry, I was told that they came from Arreen, a large island in the Firth of Clyde, which is opposite Ardessan, a very wild rocky place. Years after I saw them in Argyl- shire, where they were not preserved as any particular breed. I saw them of different colors, but they were all called by the same name—‘‘ Rumpies.’’ They were not more plenty there than in Ayrishire. As to whether nature was origi- nally so niggardly as to afford them scarce a stump instead of a respectable tail, or whether like Labans cattle ‘in ye olden time’’ the breeding stock is so susceptible as to be guided by sight of patterns in the formation of progeny, I cannot say, as nature may be forcibly perverted, and yet be nature still; but these thoughts will, if indulged, lead us to the inopportune, but important study of “ stirpiculture,” and I will return to the facts which I wish to present for your consideration, ‘‘like produces like.’? In the highlands of Scotland the women who have the care of the fowls, consider it a sure sign of a careless keeper, when the fowls are seen | with long tails, and they are sure to pull them out; so would my mother do whenever she could catch my Games in those days. Now is it not possible that such a practice is the original cause of the progeny eventually appearing minus tail. It is well enough understood by Game breeders, that | if they breed from fowls that have been out for fighting, that the chickens will preserve the likeness, or prove defi- cient in similar respects; so firmly is this believed by the best breeders in England, that when they select their breed- ing stock, they never even cut. their combs. In the accep- tance or rejection of these ideas, of course you may use your own judgment. I presume the effect which I have described in regard to the “‘Rumpies,’? may have been owing to a long course of treatment, by pulling out the original tails. I continue to regard your Jowrnal as a very valuable and important adjunct to fanciers literature, and to the advertising necessities of breeders and dealers, owing to its frequent visits, and I will gladly contribute for dissemina- tion through its columns, any information which I may possess. Truly yours, Dracut, Mass., April, 1874. Net THompson, (For Fanciers’ Journal.) “WHAT I KNOW ABOUT ROUP.” Havine read with much interest the article from the pen of T. F. Lamb, in No. 1, and also the one from J. Y. Bick- | nell’s in No. 16, under the above caption, it may not be amiss for me to give my experience with the affection. I rather incline to agree with Mr. Lamb, that it is the result of cold—perhaps not always—but I believe nine times out of ten it is produced by cold. Some time ago I had occa- sion to move my Silver Spangled Hamburgs; the day was pleasant with a cold wind from the north, that I had to face, and although I had not half a mile to go, yet before I reached home some of them showed signs of roup; this was in the morning, and by evening two-thirds of them had it bad. They were perfectly well when I went after them, and never had any symptoms of the affection before. They could not have been exposed to the disease, as that was im- possible. Again, a shutter was blown open from the win- dow of the house, containing Brahmas; the next day some of them were affected with the disease. I find the affection much easier managed among the Asiatics, than the more delicate kinds; in fact, I have no fears of it with Brahmas or Cochins, but with the more tender kinds I find it more troublesome, although I have not lost one in two years, or since I adopted the following treatment; nor do I even re- move the affected one from the rest, unless the house is crowded, and then only for the benefit of the patient. I take alum pulverized, and dissolve all that I ean ina given amount of water (say an ounce), and give the patient a teaspoonful at a dose, once, twice, or four times a day, according to the severity of attack. If canker shows itself in the mouth or throat, I then pulverize chlorate of potassa, say half a teaspoonful in the alum water, and give as above. This treatment in my hands has had the happiest results. MARLBORO, OHIO. W. H. PARDEE. §&=> The other day in San Francisco, at the foot of one of the wharves, a sinister-looking individual appeared with a sack in his hand. His mysterious movements excited sus- picion, and he was watched. When, as he supposed, not observed, he quietly slipped the sack into the water, and it immediately disappeared, the man rapidly making his way up town. The watchers, supposing that some mysterious tragedy had been enacted, dragged the mud, recovered the sack, and discovered within it—five suffocated kittens. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 311 Pigeon Department. MOORE'S WORK ON PIGEONS. (Continued from page 295.) of the Fancy who had the honor of his acquaintance. He was a very complete judge of a pigeon, and would spare neither cost nor trouble to procure the best. He had one pouting cock which he valued at five pound, and a very choice collection of many other kinds. The same methods have been taken in most other countries as well as England, to gain this experimental knowledge, as in Holland, France, Spain, Germany, Turkey, Persia, and Morocco. In the | three last of which places, the monarchs themselves have officers, called keepers of the pigeons. Having thus men- tioned the King of Morocco, give me leave to entertain you with the following story out of the Sicur. Mouette in his travels through that kingdom. “There was among the other captives in Morocco, one Bernard Baussct, a youth about twenty-five years of age, and one of the family of the Baussets, ancient consuls of Marseilles, and born in the town of Aubaigne in Provence. He had the keeping of the king’s pages’ clothes and arms, and of the stores laid up at the first gate of the seraglio; besides which, he taught two of the king’s children to speak Spanish. That prince having taken a liking to, and desir- ing to raise him higher than the Christian religion would allow of, he tried all possible means to oblige him to become a Mohammedan, and perceiving he could not prevail by fair means, very often had recourse to severity and ill usage. Being one day highly provoked at his constancy, and laying hold of the pretence of two or three bits of straw he saw lying before him, and of Bausset’s neglecting to cause the way between the two gates of the seraglio to be swept, he caused him to be stripped stark naked, and two blacks, with each of them a handful of leather straps to give him above five hundred stripes, so that his body was all over as black as a shoe. In this condition, he sent him with two heavy chains to be cured in our prison, and several days after called for, and asked him, ‘ why he stayed in the Bitte,’ so they call the slaves’ prison, ‘ whilst his meal was stolen?’ Itseems that day a sack had been taken out of one of the magazines that are near the gate of theseraglio. ‘Sir,’ said Bausset, ‘I stayed there ever since you sent me, and durst not come away with- out your orders.’ Hereupon the king struck at him with a spear, and hurt him under the right eye, and then ordered his guards to cast him into the Lion’s Walk: that walk is like a court between four high walls, joining to the castle, and was parted from our Bitte or prison by a wall but three hands in thickness, which the lions once undermined, and | had like to have got in to us. ‘‘The youth hearing that sentence pronounced, ran to the ladder that went up to the place, intending to throw himself in, before any other came to doit. The king dismounted from his horse, and went up after, bidding him change his religion, or he should be immediately devoured by the lions. Bausset resolutely answered, ‘he was not at all concerned at it, since that was the way to make him happy, for they could take but one life from him, which would end gloriously, and he had rather the lions should devour his body, than that his soul should become a prey to devils.’ Hereupon the king drew near the edge of the wall, to cast him down head- long, but Bausset, who observed him narrowly, perceiving his design, leaped himself amidst four lions, of a monstrous | size, who had not been fed in three days. “ Those creatures beholding their prey, rose up, and roar- ing put themselves in a posture to fall on him, whilst he offered up his prayers to heaven. But they, as if withheld by some secret power, presently lay down again. Yet some of them soon after got up and made towards him, and being near passed by without touching him, among the rest, one that was most ravenous came up to him seven times, and passed by as often. Thus the captive, like another Daniel, praised God amidst those fierce creatures, which had not the power to hurt him. “The king, who withdrew as soon as he fell in, sent twice to see whether he was devoured, and in case he was not, to offer to take him out, if he would turn Mohammedan ; but he re- turned them the same answer he had given to the king him- self, We were all at our prayers to implore the divine as- sistance upon him, and having made some holes through the wall, that parted us from lions to see, we encouraged him to be resolute and die, rather than renounce his religion, which he zealously promised us. “In the meanwhile, a Spanish woman captive went to petition the king for Bausset’s deliverance. She was called Mary of the Conception, born at St. Lucar de Barrameda in Andalusia; came to Mamora, to carry home her husband, who was banished, and they were both taken returning into Spain. Having abundance of wit, without the least immod- esty, she had gained the king’s affections, who granted her whatsoever favor she asked either for Moors or Christians. She was called the common mother of all persons in distress, for she never thought much to sue for them. Her husband, whose name was John de Cormona, and she, had had the charge of the king’s pigeons, and fed the lions. The king, having a kindness for Bausset, was pleased she should inter- cede, and gave orders immediately to have him taken out. No sooner had he spoke the word, than all the pages ran, striving who should be foremost, and left the king alone, at the first entrance into the seraglio, which so highly offended him, that he called them back, and laid eight of them on the floor, all bloody and wounded with his scimitar. “However, when his wrath was appeased, the captive woman redoubled her entreaties so earnestly, that he could not refuse her, but ordered that she should go with her hus- band and one Prieur, a surgeon of Poitiers, to take Bausset from among the lions, which was accordingly done, when he had been there five hours, for he leaped in at four, and came out at nine. Some days after, the lions showed not the same respect to three fakirs or doctors of the law of Mohammed, who took upon them to reprove the king for his cruelty, and were therefore cast into the same place, and immediately torn in pieces by the lions.”’ This story was well attested, brought to Paris, and put into the hands of the reverend fathers, the mercenarians of Paris, to satisfy such as may call the truth of it in question. However, I had not made use of this story, only as it shows (To be continued.) 312 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosepH M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. CorRESpoNDENCE, a! Sovons J OURNAL AND 4 J OULTRY (Fxonaves, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year,.. Specimen Copies, by mail,................- 10 Per Annum to Canada...... 270 Per Annum to England,... 3 54 ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10. cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid...............+. $1 20, ere 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, 1 page, 216 lines, solid...............se0000 21 60, a Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for i in eavance’ SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. Tue Bucks County Poultry Association intend to occupy a front seat the approaching season. Its members are making every effort to secure good and honorable judges, completing an elaborate premium list, securing fine stock, &c. They also have under consideration the desirability of changing the name of Bucks County Poultry Association to Eastern Pennsylvania Poultry Association, which we think a good idea, if adopted, inasmuch as the Eastern division of Penn- sylvania has not been fully represented (in name at least) as the ‘‘ Western ’’ has. The members are in earnest, and we be- lieve the society would be worthy of its contemplated name. From present indications, Doylestown and its vicinity will soon become noted for its shows of fowls as well as for its highly successful agricultural exhibitions. We learn that one of the officers, Dr. A. M. Dickie, has just secured what is reported to be the best trio of Dominiques in New England. << rem + As we go to press, a note is received from Mr. Fry, of Vineland, N. J., a large breeder of fancy fowls, saying that a disease has made its appearance among his Light Brahmas and Buff Cochins, which threatens to carry off the whole flock. So far, those from one to four weeks old only have been attacked. The first symptom is closing of the eyes, which the chick apparently has not the power to open, and stands about moping. The younger ones either die off at this stage or the heads swell and water runs out of the eyes. They refuse to eat (perhaps because they cannot see, which would seem reasonable), dwindle away, and die. So far, such remedies as have been tried have been of no avail. If any of our readers have had a similar experience and know of a certain cure, we shall be glad to publish it for the benefit of all concerned. To us the affection seems to be of the nature of an influ- enza or cold, which is communicated. As a preventive we should feed those able to eat with coarse ground corn and oat meal, mixed with a little cayenne pepper and salt, well scalded, and given while warm for breakfast and supper. This might also be fed in pellets to those unable to see. We would dissolve in their drinking water a piece of copperas, or about a teaspoonful to two quarts. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PREMIUM FOR SUBSCRIBERS. Mr. Wank. Feeling an interest in sustaining a poultry weekly, also having a pecuniary interest (having adopted your Journal as an advertising medium), we will make the following offer in addition to the premiums offered by the publisher: To the first person sending you cash for three new subscribers we will send, delivered free at Fitchburg, Muss., Express Company’s office, four dozen Ashby nest eggs, or one sit- ting Aylesbury Duck eggs, or one sitting Partridge Cochin eggs, or one sitting White Leghorn eggs. For description of all the above, see advertisement in this Journal. A. & L. Demmon. Per Farm, ASHBY, MAss., May 1, 1874. pee ee (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Jos. M. Wangs, Esq. Dear Sir: Inclosed please find check to pay year’s sub- scription for Journal; balance place to my credit. I fully intended sending you advertisement, but it would only add to my trouble, as orders are coming in faster than I can supply them. I am glad to inform you that the fancy is spreading in Canada, and that the majority of my orders are Canadian. I am yery much pleased with the Journal, and wish it every success, hoping it may go on and prosper in your hands. Will not fail to send advertisement in due time. Yours truly, DanteL ALLEN. GaLt, ONT., CANADA, April 28, 1874, (For Fanciers’ Journal.) NEST EGGS. No one thing in the poultry business has caused us more trouble and vexation than nest eggs. Years ago we used a common egg, and every little while got a sound rating from our customers for leaving them an egg addled or with a half-hatched chick in it. Then we tried old eggs plainly marked with ink, and the shells would wear thin and break, and so give the hens a bad habit. Next came glass eggs, but they were heavy and hard, and the hens’ eggs were fre- quently broken by contact with them, so that the hens acquired the habit of eating them, and so destroyed the use- fulness of the entire flock. We have been trying the xo nest egg system this season, but the biddies are continually seeking new nests, and as soon as the snow is off the ground lay everywhere but where you want them to. But now we feel like exclaiming Eureka! We are using with great satis- faction the Ashby nest eggs, made of a hard wood, but very light and elastic, and seem to be “‘about the thing.’’ No hens’ eggs are broken, and there is no breaking the nest eggs. E. S. Demmon. FircHpure, Mass., May 2, 1874. <2 2 > —_____ (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE NEW STANDARD. Mr. Jos. M. WADE. Dear Sir: There are but few who are satisfied, and per- haps justly so, with the new standard, but I think that they are too strong in their condemnation of those that labored at Buffalo to get up the standard. ‘They forget in their condemnation, I think, that they were all invited to attend, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 313 and as they did not choose to go, or it was not convenient, they should give their agents, which they made those that did go, credit for doing the best they could in so short a time. My idea is that the American Association should in- vite well-known breeders of each class to give their standard through the journals, and let the public criticise each class, ‘and we would soon find where the just faults are, so as to make up a standard. It will benefit the public and help all that are not well up in the points to see and know what should be. None of us are too wise to learn, and I hope, from the pleasure I take in fowls, that I never will know, as some think they do, all that there is to learn about them —only become more perfect in their management. Let this discussion go on all summer, and then the American Asso- ciation call together all accredited fanciers and breeders to a free and open discussion to frame a standard that we shall all be satisfied with, if that is possible. Yours truly, BALTIMORE, May 1, 1874. Jno. D. OAKFORD. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A LIBERAL OFFER. Jos. M. Wang, Esq. I highly value your paper, and desire that it may add many fold to its already large circulation, and in order to lend my aid to that end, I will give two’sittings of Brown Leghorn eggs to any person sending you five new sub- scribers, accompanied with the cash. Eggs from my pedi- gree stock, fresh, and well packed, and delivered to express. Respectfully, Tuomas H. Watton. DoyLEstown, Pa., April 13, 1874. Items. AG There is a farmer near Flushing who owns a Ken- tucky-bred mule that has, within the last thirty days, kicked in seventeen barn doors, unroofed a dozen chicken coops, and trampled the life out of four of his favorite pigs. He calls it Ben Butler. n@F Among Dr. Livingstone’s effects were found a great many letters bearing the dates of 1869, ’70, ’71, addressed to Sir Roderick Murchison, Sir Henry Rawlinson and others, which had never been sent to these gentlemen. There were also found the Doctor’s favorite gold-banded cap, and Mr. Stanley’s card. ges They have sharp lawyers down East. One of them, marketing for a dinner, asks a poultry dealer, ‘‘Is that turkey a young one?” ‘Yes, sir.” ‘ Will you take your oath on it?” ‘Certainly, I will.” Lawyer administers the oath, charges $1 for the service, and takes his pay in poultry. $@s> Seth Green is not prepared to say whether salmon trout, which is the lake trout under another name can be successfully propagated in rivers, but thinks the experiment worth trying. He says: ‘‘ If I had made one success to ten failures since I began to experiment in fish culture the art would be many years in advance of what itis now. I made fifty experiments on a shad fishing boxbefore I achieved a success. That was in the year 1867, and I should have been experimenting until this time if I had not made a success. That box will be the means of stocking all our rivers with shad for all time to come.” ~ uG@F Some boys in Salem recently borrowed two eggs from a neighbor’s hennery, and after boiling them in a cal- ico bag returned them to the nest. The boiling process left the eggs covered with the figures of the calico, and the ex- cited owner exhibited these curiosities far and near, and sought in vain for an explanation of this ‘‘ curious freak of nature.” yar Tox DeLaware Peacu Crop.—aA letter from Wil- mington says: ‘‘Should the blossoms all mature, the peach crop will be one of the largest ever dreamed of, and from present indications it will be the heaviest yet marketed. There-has been no failure to bloom except in isolated dis- tricts, and these not in the midst of the greatest producing sections.’’ yp@s~ CRuELTY To AnriMALS.—John Morrow, driver of a cinder team at D. O. Hitner’s iron furnace, Spring Mills, was arrested by an agent of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, on Monday last, charged with cruelly beating his team with .a club. After a-hearing he was ad- - judged guilty and required to pay a fine of $10 and costs by Squire William Haywood, Conshohocken. pa There is a man in Brown County, Ind., who is most portentiously paternal. Thrice has he led a blushing bride to the altar. No.1 brought him ten pledges; No. 2 brought him also ten; the present incumbent, eight. The grand total up to August 7, 1873, is therefore twenty-eight. Still this patriarch is ambitious. He sighs for thirty! What a forcible illustration of the unsatisfactory nature ofall earthly honors, pas> A noted hunter of South Hero fears that he has been the victim of a “sell.” He has a gun that scatters shot badly. A while ago he saw an advertisement in a city paper offering to send information whereby ‘‘scattering ’’ of shot could be effectually prevented on receipt of fifty cents. He sent the money, and in due time was informed that to prevent his gun from “scattering” he should ‘put in only one shot.”’ a= Pigeon shooting was recently introduced into Por- tugal. The shooting took place in the royal gardens near the Aguda Palace, Lisbon: The King and the Infante, Dom Augusto, took part in the sport. The Queen did not, although she is an excellent shot. The birds were supplied by Offer, of London, and the honors of the day were carried off by the King and M. Osborne Sawpayo, who shot ties, each killing his three birds. sige The preservation of the American Buffalo is agita- ting the London Telegraph. That journal, making an elo- quent appeal on their'behalf, declares that their extermina- tion would be a national calamity to the inhabitants of North America, and suggests that an act of Congress might put an end to their indiscriminate slaughter. The same subject has exercised the minds of our own people. The slaughter of these valuable food animals has been wanton to the degree of crime. But an act of Congress would have but little virtue with those who slay the buffalo in mere “ sport,’’ or to satisfy the brute appetite for killing. Given, a herd of buffalo in sight of such a man, with horse and rifle or revolver, and the broad plains before him, with not a house or another human being to act as witness within a hundred miles, and the buffalo will have but a poor tenure of life, if nothing but an act of Congress stands between him and the average ranger of the plains. 314 FANCIERS’ Sate Pet Department: 4a~ All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I. IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A WORD FOR THE BIRDS. Ir is the sacred duty of every cultivator of the soil to care for and protect the birds. No matter whether he be farmer, trucker, nurseryman, or small fruit grower, insectivorous birds are an incalculable blessing to him. What if birds do once in a while eat a little ripe fruit, pull up a few growing plants, or pierce a choice tree? These same plants, these very trees, the birds in the spring saved from a sure death by insects ; and yet, because they now, when the insects are searce, get part of their subsistence from fruit, grain, and berries, we bring out all the rusty old firearms in the house with which to shoot them. Is this not the basest kind of ingratitude? One insect—thousands of the same species birds devour each day—will do more harm to our plants and trees than the birds accomplish in the course of their lives. This perhaps looks exaggerated, but nevertheless every word of it is pure truth. Take the birds from our land and the insects, having nothing to interrupt their multiplying, will increase so rapidly as to swarm over the country like the ‘‘ plague of fleas,’’ destroying every green thing growing. We can only approach this fact by considering that a female insect sometimes produces over a million young at a time, and these having no birds to thin them out, their number would soon become enormous. A wren—one of the smallest of our birds—devours in the course of twenty-four hours over a thousand insects. Thus we see how the birds hold in sway this enormous host. Even the blackbird more than compensates by the grubs and worms it devours in the spring for the corn it destroys in the autumn. In 1749 a legal reward of three pence per dozen for blackbirds was offered by the Eastern States. But a total loss of crops by the depredations of insects was the result of this barbarous measure, and the law had to be repealed. In the spring, when the robin devours grubs and insects, we encourage him to build near our houses; but later in the season, when insects fail him and he occasionally re- freshes himself on a ripe cherry, we pepper away at him with an old shot-gun. Meanwhile enough cherries are rotting on the ground to suffice a hundred robins a whole season. Alas, what a base return for the good he did in the spring! Why destroy the inoffensive barn owl? In one night he will devour more rats and mice than grimalkin can catch in a week. If one makes its home in your barn, instead of telling the boys to kill it, encourage it to remain. Barn owls will not harm the pigeons, but will soon clear your barn of rats and mice. King birds—one of man’s best feathered friends—suffer persecution because some one has circulated a report that they feed almost solely upon honey bees. This idea is erroneous. Perhaps once in a great while they will eata honey bee, but very seldom. No chicken hawk will ap- proach your hen-house if a pair of king birds tenant a tree near by. Thus I might go on enumerating numerous other birds | JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. that suffer persecution because of false reports circulating concerning their evil qualities, and refute each charge, but I refrain from want of space. Kill your cats and encourage barn owls to make their residence in your barn. It costs nothing to keep them, and they never lap the cream from off the milk, eat your young squabs, or kill the young rabbits; and they will do their work of clearing the premises of rats and mice much more effectively than pussy. Build boxes for the martins and blue birds. Put up old shoes, boots, hats—anything with a hole in for entrance—all around your farm for the wrens to build in—they will do it. Loan your empty chimneys to the swallows. Never attempt to smoke them out, as some heathen persons do. In the winter throw the crumbs from the table to the little birds. Sweep up the oats, wheat, etc., that lay loose on the barn floor, and give it to the larks and quails. Thoroughly trounce every youngster you catch stealing birds’ eggs. Prosecute every vagrant ‘ pot-hunter”’ you find shooting on your premises. If you ever have the ‘‘blues,’’ vent your wrath on these destroyers of God’s feathered creatures; it will do you good. Bring up your children to love and protect these beautiful songsters. Pau. Lote. —— (For Fanciers’ Journal.) GUINEA PIGS. SoMEHOw these pets of my childhood have fallen into disrepute among the youngsters of later days. Well, no matter; I will, for the sake of gone-by days, endeavor to say something in their favor. They will not bite or scratch, nor are they as liable to disease as the rabbit, and are much more prolific than the latter, generally having eight or ten atatime. As their young seldom die, they raise more than the rabbit usually does. When they are kept solely for pets, I do not see but that they answer that purpose quite as well as any other animal. A house for them can be made from an old dry-goods box, with fine shavings or hay for bedding. Their food should be oats, clover, ete. They will eat anything without injury a rabbit will, and a great many things a rabbit will not. Keep them in a dry place, and allow them but little water, and you will never be troubled by disease appearing among your pets. You need not keep the buck separated from the doe; he will not eat the young, as the male rabbit does when allowed to remain with the doe. Some say Guinea pigs will destroy rats. To this I can say nothing, either in the affirmative or negative. When I kept them there were no rats to trouble me. But a friend once told me he knew of a person who kept them during the winter in a hay-mow, and that he had seen them repeatedly kill rats and mice. PHILo. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A CHEAP BIRD-BOX. A xox for birds to build in can be very easily made, and with little expense, by merely putting a peaked cover over the tops of the fence posts, making an auger-hole in one of the sides for the birds to enter. The plan is very simple, and it will answer the purpose for which it is intended as well as a more costly box; besides, the cover preserves the post from decay at the top, and adds greatly to its beauty. 1D) by, at FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 315 (For Fanciers’ Journal.) FLYING SQUIRRELS. Muc# has been said in previous numbers of the Journal about pets, which are the best kind, etc., but I think there are none of them equal to the flying squirrel in beauty or agility. I had two last year, and was very sorry to part with them. I procured them while young from out of a hollow tree. Taking them home, I put them in an empty starch box, with a little cotton and dry grass for bedding. This they rolled up into a hollow ball, with a small hole at one end for entrance. No torturous wheel was affixed to their box for them to wear their lives out in turning. This box was all the cage in which they were confined. I fed them on the kernels of hickory nuts and chestnuts until they were old enough to crack the nuts themselves. After three months of confinement I allowed them their liberty. They never returned to their native haunts, but remained in and about the house. They would crawl up my pant-legs, lie in my lap for hours at a time if I would let them, and search my pockets for peanuts. They always ran out of doors through the pump-trough, and came in by the same way. When the nights were too warm for them to remain in the house they would sleep in a hole up an old apple tree. This tree was only a few steps from the house, and it was fine sport to watch them chasing each other up and down the trunk. They were dreadfully afraid of cats, and on see- ing one would scamper for the hole in the pump-trough. One I called Tiger, and the other Buck. Tiger was killed by a cat, and the other ate some poisoned corn meal that was placed in the wood-shed for rats, and, after much suf- fering, died. : They are innocent, clean, and of little trouble. Any boy or girl who is fond of pets cannot get one that will please them better than a flying squirrel. D. L. Trova. Bes~ The dog tax in Virginia is levied by certain counties under special laws. Forty-five counties return $41,000 during 1873, as the receipts from this tax, which go to the support of schools. In one county the tax brought in nearly two thousand dollars, but upwards of one thousand dollars of this amount had to be paid out for damages to farmers whose sheep had been killed by dogs. It is estimated that the entire State would produce about $100,000 from this source of revenue, and the enactment of a general law im- posing the tax is urged, partly for the purpose of obtaining this revenue and partly to induce the killing of the vaga- bond dogs by whom most of the sheep are killed. POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. New England Poultry Club. Worcester, Mass., December 1, 2, 8, and 4, 1874. G. H. Estabrook, Secretary. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8,9, 10, and 11. Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16,17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, Sec’y. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. ExcHANGES. AGS ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Fiver Linzs, oR FortTy- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. Eggs or Fowls of Light Brahmas, Toulouse Geese, or Rouen Ducks, or Wright’s New Book of Poultry (bound), or Cash. Send for our cata- logue. None but first-class stock offered or wanted. Address WM. MORTON & SON, Allen’s Corner, Cumberland Co., Maine. LAWN MOWER, What offers? WILL EXCHANGE.—One imported St. Bernard Bitch, 3 years old, for Fancy Pigeons, either Pouters, Carriers, Owls, Turbits, or Bald Tumblers, or $35 cash. R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del. WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—Eggs from 8.8. Hamburgs, Par- tridge Cochins, Lt. Brahmas (Duke of York), Brown Leghorns (Kinney’s), for Eggs or Fowls, White Polish, Black or Dominque Leghorns, Golden- Spangled Hamburgs, or Silkies. | F. L. CHAPIN, Southbridge, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE—For Brown Leghorns or Golden and Silver Spangled Hamburgs, a Bickford Knitting Machine, a Breech-loading Rifle, a good Morton Gold Pen and Holder, with Pencil. Fowls must be first-class, Address GEORGE W. PHILLIPPO, Onarga, Il. WILL EXCHANGE —Eggs or Fowls for Lady’s Traveling Trunk or Single Buggy Harness, or Skin Lap Robe, or Wright’s New Book. Good or none. Give full description. Address WM. ATWOOD, Big Flats, Chemung Co., N. Y. in good order, to exchange for other property. 508, M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. WILL EXCHANGE —Houdan Eggs from first-class stock for Eggs of D. Brahmas, Brown Leghorns, or P. Cochins. Pure stock wanted. Address J. K. SCHULTZ, Colebrookdale, Berks Co., Pa. I WILL EXCHANGE —0One trio B. B Red Game Bantams for White Leghorns. Must be first-class; Bantams are same. W.F. BACON, Cambrigeport, Mass. WANTED TO EXCHANGE—A Camera Tube, 4-4 size, C. C. Harrison’s make, for fancy Pigeons. Birds must be first-class. Address, stating what you have, and prices per pair W. 8. KEMP, Dayton, Ohio. CARDINAL GROSBEAK OR RED BIRDS to exchange for White Mice, Bantams, or other Pets. Value of Cardinals, $3 each. LON. HARDMAN, Dealer in Birds, &e., 815 Francis Street, St. Joseph, Mo. WILL EXCHANGE=—A really good Aylesbury Drake for a Duck of the same species, or a Rouen Drake, or a sitting of Rouen Duck Eggs, T. J. WOOLDRIDGE, French Hay P. 0., Hanover Co., Va. WILL EXCHANGE—Pure Bred Houdan Eggs for sittings of Creveceeurs, Silkies, and Partridge Cochins. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. I will also exchange several sittings of Houdans for fancy Pigeons. Tumblers and White Fantails preferred. ‘This way for bar- gains.” Address OLIVER D. SCHOCK, Hamburg, Berks Co., Pa. EGGS! EGGS !! EGGS !!!—WHITE-FACED BLACK SRANISH A SPECIALTY. Black Spanish Cock MOHAWK,” with pure white face, mated with ten very fine Pullets, selected from my stock which took first premium at the Central N. Y. Poultry Exhibition, Utica, Jan., 1874. Also, Chicks from my stock which took first, second, and special premiums at same time. WHITE LEGHORN COCK “ONEIDA,” mated with six choice Hens and Pullets (direct from the yard of J. Boardman Smith). SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS with WHITE EARLOBES, good wing-bars, and beautifully marked. All choice birds. Eggs for hatching, $3 per dozen. Young fowls for sale after Sept. Ist. Address Ss. P. HALLECK, Oriskany, N. Y. A SPLENDID CHANCE FOR A FORTUNE.—The under- signed, in consequence of ill-health, is reluctantly compelled to offer for sale, his business in Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa., consisting of a BIRD, FLOWER, AND SEED STORE, with POULTRY YARD AND PIGEON LOFTS. New Poultry House and Pigeon Lofts have been recently built and stocked at considerable expense. There is an A-1 trade firmly estab- lished, and paying handsomely. Only business of the kind in the coun- try. For full particulars address as above. EBEN P. DAY. BANTAMS.—Finding it necessary to reduce my stock, I offer for sale the following imported and premium birds: One trio Black Red Game Bantams, imported by me, May, 1873. Chicks 1st premium, Worcester, 2d at Boston, 1874. One trio Silver D. W. Game Bantam Fowls, 1st, Boston, 1874. i i « « “« “ “ «3a « « “ Yellow “ « “ “ Dy « “ “ “ “ « w se Cock imported 1873. © iB @ © @ “Chicks, 1st, Worcester and Boston. 1874. se “ Brown Red ce ne « “1st, Boston, 1874. sf «Trish Grey s6 “f ““ “1st, Worcester and Boston, 1874. “ “Red Pile sf “ Fowls, 1st, Boston, 1874. Imported, ’73 “pair Black w iu * — One pair White ditto. «trio “ Rose Comp. ff «« 2d, Boston, 1874, Hens import’d. “ Ga “ “ “ Cmeisa “ “ G 8 CG « “Chicks, 3@, « “ “ “ “ iT? oe “ 2 4th “ W. B. ATKINSON, P. 0. Box 530, Boston, Mass. GERMAN CANARIES AND TALKING PARROTS.— Just received a fresh lot of Sweet-singing German Canaries and Talking Parrots, Also, Gilt Cages. Birds can be shipped any distance by express, J. C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa, 316 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. FANCIERS GAZETTE, A BREEDERS’ AND EXHIBITORS’ JOURNAL, EDITED BY L. WRIGHT, And published weekly, by the Messrs. CasseLy, Penrer & GALPIN, Lonpon, ENGLAND. Age Having a desire to place before our readers everything that will in- terest and instruct the fancier, we have accepted the Agency for the above paper in this country. SPECIMEN COPIES will be promptly mailed on receipt of TEN cents and stamp. Subscription per annum, $4.00, postpaid, if mailed from publication office; if from this office, the subscriber will pay American postage, which is TWENTY cents per annum, payable quarterly, in ad- vance, at the receiving office. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. NATIONAL BEE JOURNAIL.—MRS. ELLEN S. TUPPER, Editor and Proprietor. Devoted exclusively to Bee culture. Two Dollars a Year. The National Bee Jowrnal is issued on the 15th of each month, contains sixty-four pages, printed on fine paper, in neat, clean type, and for the year 1874 has been greatly improved. Mrs. Tupper, haying pur- chased the Journal, has removed it to Des Moines, Iowa, where it will hereafter be published under her own supervision, She will write for no other publication but her own, and in that she will give the result of that long practical experience which has placed her among the best, if not the best, authorities in this country on the honey bee. Arrangements have been made with prominent bee keepers in this and foreign countries, for timely articles each month, upon important topics. A special department has been assigned to ‘‘ Notes and Queries,” in which the various questions which arise in the practical experience of bee keepers each month, will be given, with pertinent answers by the editor. These will be condensed into the smallest possible space, and will be one of the most interesting features of the Journal. The Journal will keep entirely clear of all entangling alliances with patent rights of whatever nature, and will be independent in the expres- sion of its opinions. It will aim to be reliable, give only such information as will be of practical utility to its patrons, discarding theories and mis- leading propositions. A limited space is devoted to advertising, which will be given to un- objectionable notices, at fair rates; and the large and rapidly increasing circulation of the Journal makes it a valuable advertising medium. For circulars, containing club rates, premiums, advertising rates, ete., address MRS. E. 8S. TUPPER, Des Moines, Iowa. EGGS FOR WATCHING.—I am now prepared to book and furnish Eggs from my imported and home-bred Dark and Light Brahmas; also, Partridge Cochins. Having bought in the spring of 1873 Mr. Phi- Jander Williams’ (Taunton, Mass.) entire stock of Partridge Cochins, numbering some 80 odd head, consisting of all his imported, home-bred, and prize-winning fowls, which he valued very highly, and having bought of Joseph M. Wade (late Wade & Henry), Oak Lane Poultry Yards, Philadelphia, in 1873, quite a number of Dark Brahmas, among which were a number of prize-winning birds and 5 imported hens. These, in addition to my last year’s importations, gives me one of the finest flocks in America. My mode of packing Eggs insures their safe earriage. Orders solicited, and satisfaction guaranteed. Address T. S. COOPER, Linden Grove, Coopersburg, Pa, HIGH BLOOD! PURE BRED !—Choice Land and Water Fowls, and Pet Stock in variety, bred by ALLEN H. FITCH, Jr., Wal- cott, Wayne County, N. Y., who begs to inform his numerous patrons that he has purchased the entire stock of William P. Colvin, and is now repared to furnish Eggs of the following breeds of pure-bred poultry, at ive and let live prices, viz.: Light Brahmas, $2 per dozen; Buff Cochin, $2; Partridge Cochin, $2; Brown Leghorn, $3; White Leghorn, $2; Friz- zles, $2.50: 8. S. Polish, $2; Rumpless, $2; B. R.Game Bantams, $3; White China Gecse, $6; Aylesbury Ducks, $3; Bronze Turkeys, $4; Large Black Turkeys, $3: No charge for boxing and packing. 28 per cent. off where two dozen or more are sent in one order. BLACK RUSSIAN CHICKS, bred by me, were awarded 1st and 2d premium at the great fair in Boston, 1873. I was also awarded 1st premium on Fowls and ist on Chicks at Connecticut State Fair, 1873. Eggs from above stock, $4.00 per sitting. Am selling eggs from Light Brahmas weighing from 11 to 18 pounds; partridge Cochins and Ply- mouth Rocks for $3.00 per sitting. All first premium and standard stock. For further particulars send stamp for descriptive circular to LUCIUS DUNBAR, West Bridgewater, Mass. WRIGHI’S PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER.—The best book on this subject for the money ever published, Price, $2.00, free by mail. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia, Pa. TUMBLER PIGEONS.—100 pairs Tumbler Pigeons at $2 per pair. 50 pairs Inside Tumblers, #4 to $10 per pair. Also, Fantails, Tur- bits, Owls, Barbs, Nuns, and other varieties. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. SILVER PENCILED HAMBURGS.—Ten superior, finely marked Pullets, mated with imported cock from Henry Beldan (im- ported by Wm. Simpson, Jr.) Eggs $3 per dozen, securely packed. Men- tion “ Fanciers’ Journal.” Chicks for sale in the fall. y FP. A. BELKNAP, Barton, Vt. BLACK LEGHORN EGGS.—A few sittings at $3, Reed Watson’s stock, and capital layers; or a mixed sitting, half of Black and half of Brown Leghorns, at same price, A. N. RAUB, Lock Haven, Pa. PURE WHITE GUINEAS for sale cheap. Address, with stamp, C. H. FRY, Box 364, York, Pa. SW SS GET THE BEST. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary. 10,000 Words and Meanings not in other Dictionaries, 3000 Engravings, 1840 Pages Quarto, Price, $12, ebster now is glorious—it leaves nothing to be desired. {President Raymond, Vassar College. EY scholar knows the value of the work. [W. H. Prescott, the Historian. B one of my daily companions. [John L. Motley, the Historian, &c. uperior in most respects, to any other known to me. (Geo. P. Marsh. (John G. Whittier. {President Hitchcock. R emarkable compendium of human knowledge. [W. S. Clark, Pres’t. Ag. College. A necessity for every intelligent family, student, teacher, and profes- sional man. What Library is complete without the best English Dic- tionary? ALSO, Z Webster’s National Pictorial Dictionary. 1040 Pages Octavo. 600 Engravings. Price $5. The work is really a gem of a Dictionory, just the thiug for the million. —American Educational Monthly. Published by G. & C. MERRIAM, Springfield, Mass. Sold by all Booksellers. he best guide of students of our language. xcels all others in defining scientific terms. INDESTRUCTIBLE STONE DRINKING FOUNTAINS, FOR FOWLS, PIGEONS, &c. [s) WILL KEEP THE WATER PURE AND PREVENT THE BIRDS FROM FOULING IT, PRICES: $l 40 Vs gallon, each... moet OO |p sn~ GS Sent safely by Express. TRY THEM, IF THEY ARE NOT ALL I CLAIM FOR THEM I WILL REFUND THE MONEY. FOUNTAINS PACK WELL WITH BROKEN BONE. BROKEN BONE FOR FOWLS. PRICE AS FOLLOWS: 2 gallons, each i“ 7 Twenty-five Fifty One hundred ‘ es Per Barrel of about 200 ths., 4 cts. per tb., including 4&5 Bone and Fountains pack well together and make a saying in freight. JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia. COCHINS—BUFF, PARTRIDGE, WHITE.—Eges from cup and prize birds, imported this year from the most celebrated and fashionable strains in England. My Cochins have won four silver cups and seventeen other prizes at the principal shows in Great Britain. Every egg warranted from a cup or prize bird. Send for Circular. Dr. MUNROE, Pultneyville, N. Y. pounds, and bag FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 317 JOHN PARKER, 502 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, Pa., keeps on hand a large assortment of Fancy Pigeons. Birds of all varieties. Cages of all kinds and prices. Also, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, and Small Pets of all varieties. The largest collection in this city. Orders by mail promptly attended to. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Having set all the Dark Brahma eggs I wish, I can furnish from the Oak Lane Poultry Yards, a few sittings of my choicest selections from first-class stock at. the reduced price of $3 per sitting of 13 eggs. Would EXcHANGE Eggs and two Dark Brahma Roosters, $5 each, for Merchandise. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. Cc. G. SANFORD, 458 Friendship Street., Providence, R. L., breeds Light and Dark Brahmas. My fowls are from Philander Williams’ and Emory Carpenter’s very best stock, and were awarded two premiums at the Show in Providence, R. I., March 4th. 5th, and 6th, 1874. Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per sitting: THE POULTRY REVIEW, PIGEON AND RABBIT STANDARD, AND CAGE-BIRD GAZETTE, The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Published weekly. Price, 3d. Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, J. W. Ludlow, and C, E. Brittan, in a superior style, with portraits of the most celebrated specimens of all varicties. It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding. Post free to America 1 year, $4.20; 6 months, $2.20. Address JAS. LONG, No. 12 Crane Court, Fleet St., London, E. C., Eng. -_E. H. WERO, Milford, Mass., Breeder and Dealer in Fancy Pigeons. Orders now received for young Calcutta and Colored Fantails. MOLINE POULTRY YARDS, Moline, Ill., S.C. WHEELOCK & BROS., Proprietors, Breeders of Asiatic and French Fowls. Eggs in season, from $2 to $3 per 13. Stock from Herstine’s, Warner’s, and Wil- liams’ yards. Five White Cochin and oné P. Cochin Cocks for sale or exchange for Bantams or other stock. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. x J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. 0. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. GEORGE C. PEASE, dealer in SONG AND ORNAMENTAL BIRDS, Fancy Pigeons, Fowls, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Gold Fish, Aqua- riums, Plain and Fancy Bird Cages, &c., &e. On hand a choice lot of Tumbler and Fantail Pigeons, for sale cheap. Address GEO. C. PEASE, 200 North Fifth St., Reading, Pa. $3.00 per dozen. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS. Two dozen, either or B. BREASTED RED GAME EGGS, ) both kinds, $5.00. THERE IS NO BETTER STOCK IN THE COUNTRY. T sell Eggs from my own strains which have WON PREMIUMS FOR SEVEN YEARS PAST. Price List, practical hints, &c., FREE. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., N. Y. THE AMATEUR POULTRY BREEDER will please bear in mind that the Silver-Pencilled Hamburgs (Creoles) are no new fangled variety of fowls of mushroom growth, but are an old and reliable breed, giving perfect satisfaction wherever they have been introduced. Corres- pondence solicited. W. T. ROGERS, Box 137, Doylestown, Pa. FOR SALE.—Four Buff Cochin Cockerels, from Warner & Allen’s stock, price, $5 to $10. Eggs, $3 for thirteen, packed and delivered to ex- press. Also, one trig, price $15, will exchange for Houdans or Dorkies, first-class; weight of cockerel, 9 to111bs. Address J. B. HALE, Rowley, Essex Co., Mass. EGGS FROM FIRST-CLASS STOCK. Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s)..... Dark Brahmas (Squire and oth Dominiques (Bicknell)... co occas 83 (1) Eggs, per sitting of 13, warranted fresh and true to name, and safe arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address Cc, P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. FOR SALE—To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, price $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silver Penciled Ham- burgs, choice birds, price $5. Warranted pure. ’ C. P. CARPENTER, .Minneapolis, Minn. SILVER GRAY DORKINGS, Partridge Cochins, Black Span- ish and White Bantams, all first premium birds. Eggs at reasonable prices. W.G.GARMON, Manchester, N. H. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETS. Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on short notice and true to life, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia; Pa. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl DeaSh =) — The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)..... 00 The Pigeon Book “f a Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ 25 The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement) 00 Domestic Poultry (Saunders). 7a American Bird Fancier... 30 Rabbit Fancier (Bement). 30 Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2 vls. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly par CHO Ds scosatoacogcososcnbennananasab00 American Standard of Excellence Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, BAY EYES, FOR SALE, Ican spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 13. I keep no other breed. Shall have a few chicks to spare next fall. C.F, PERRY, Cuba, N.Y. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS A SPECIALTY.— Eggs from my thoroughbred Partridge and Buff Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, C. 0. D. Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. UNADILLA Forks, OrsEGo Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. - T have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Game Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. I shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, 8. 8. Hamburgs, Golden 8. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all,I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. : Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—From superior stock Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Partridge Cochins (Todd’s strain), White Leghorns, Black Spanish, White and Golden Sebright Bantams, Cayuga and Plata Ducks, White Holland and Bronze Turkeys. Address DAVID W. BURNSIDE, Portland Mills, Parke Co., Ind. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked -for furnishing, « in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with hen to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &c. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL for one year presented to all who purchase eggs from the following premium strains to the amount of $15 or more: Golden Spangled Hamburgs, Ongley Strain... Sion « « t Gre, Am. Dominique, W. H. Lockwood ot -35 00 per doz. - 5 00 3 OBO @ Brown Leghorns, W. E. Bonney So 3 00 wy White Leghorns, J. B. Smith C8" coco - 3 00 se Address GEO. W. WOOD, Ithaca, N. Y. GRAY DORKINGS.—Two trios, at $10 per trio: also, one cock and four hens for $15. These are good birds, and very cheap. Address Dorking, care of this office. H. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa., will sell three Houdan Pullets reasonable. Eggs from Light Brahmas, Williams strain, which took pre- mium, and Houdans, $3 for 13, each kind. FANCY PIGEONS, in great variety, at reasonable prices. White Fantails a specialty, $4.00 per pair. Address J. H. KRAFT & CO., New Albany, Ind. DARK BRAHMAS ONLY.—Having retired from the firm of Goodale & Higgins, I shall henceforth breed none but Dark Brahmas. I take with me the entire stock of this variety from the Washtenaw Poultry Yards. I have six pens of high character, among them winners at Buffalo, Hartford, and Boston, 1874. Price List free. J.C. HIGGINS, Delhi Mills, Michigan. May 7, 1874. 318 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. CASCADILLA POULTRY YARDS, ITHACA, N. Y., °C. V. FOWLES, PROPRIETOR. Breeder and Dealer in the following Breeds: B. B. R. GAMES, HOUDANS, W. C. W. POLISH, WHITE LEGHORNS. EGGS, $3 PER 13. Fowls for sale after September 1st. To persons sending me $12 for four sittings of Eggs, I will send the Fanciers’ Journal for one year. To persons sending $6 for two sittings, I will send the Standard of Ex- cellence, as revised at Buffalo. PURE BRED STOCK, AND WHERE TO GET THEM! RIVERSIDE STOCK AND POULTRY YARDS. WM. WRIGHT, anv S. BUTTERFIELD, Proprietors. We shall sell a limited number of sittings of Eggs, at $5 per sitting, from Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins. Our Light Brah- mas are Williams’ strain, pure. Yard No. 1—Cock Young Alexis, is mated with six prize Hens, allstandard birds, and winners at Detroit and Buffalo Show. Yard No.2—Cock Duke of Essex is also mated with standard birds, among them are the winners of Ist, at Detroit, for Chicks of 1873. Yard No, 3—Dark Brahmas; are our own direct importation of 1873, and are first-class birds of high merit. and we can safely recommend them to the fancier. Yard No, 4—Buff Cochins, imported from England, from Rey. Mr. Brooks’ and Taylor’s strains, and selected by our Mr.B. for breeding pur- poses. Yard No.5—Imported Partridge Cochins; are standard birds, and mated with great care for breeding. We also make the importing and breeding of Lincoln and Cotswold Sheep, Suffolk, Essex, and Berkshire Pigs a specialty. Mr. S. Butterfield being personally acquainted with all the leading breeders in England, will leave on or about the middle of June to make a selection from the best pens of premium birds at the various shows in 1874. Any orders entrusted to him will be executed according to instructions, on commission or otherwise. All communica- tions addressed with stamp, to WM. WRIGHT, Griswold St., Detroit, Mich., Or Riverside Stock Farm; Sandwich, Ontario, Canada. I now offer for E> sale Eggs from the following varieties of Fowls, that took first premiums of all the varieties mentioned, name- 4 ly: White Cochins, # White Polish, Golden and Silver- spangled Polish, _ and White Crest Black Polish,Gold- en and Silver- spangled Ham- ~ burgs, and Brown Leghorns. A few pairs or trios of fine Fowls for sale : at reasonable rates. Also, very choice Pigeons of 65 varieties. 81. first premiums, 13 second, and 4 specials, at Buffalo, N.Y.; 25 first, 12 second, and 6 specials, at Pennsylvania Exhibition at Philadelphia. Send a green stamp, stating what you want. Also, three Bloodhound Pups for sale. R. M. GRIFFITH, Belper Cottage, Wilmington, Del. | SPANGLED, Ongley’s strain. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARDS. Specialties for 1874, Brown Leghorns, Crevecceurs, and Silkies, Equal to any in America, EGGS IN SEASON. Send green stamp for Illustrated Cireular a ee : A. M. HALSTED, 5 Box 23, Rye, N.Y. ibi Premium for best collection of Hamburgs, comprising: GOLDEN PEN- CILED of my own importation, from Henry Beldon’s yards. The cock “John Bull” won first at two shows in England, and first and special at Buffalo, N. Y. Also, I was awarded first and special for best hen at Buf- falo, and in trio have won at Massachusetts, first on Fowls and first on Chicks; at Rhode Island, first on Fowls; at N. H., first on Fowls and first on Chicks, and special for best Fowls and Chicks; at Nashua, first on Fowls and first on Chicks. Eggs, $10 per dozen. SILVER PENCILED.— Received from Henry Beldon, March 27th, per ‘ Republic,” a trio of extra fine Silver Penciled, fully equal to my Golden Penciled; as good as any in America. A few dozen Eggs will be sold for $10 perdozen. GOLDEN Won at N.E., third; at N. H., first and special for best trio; at Nashua, first. Eggs, $5 per dozen. Trio, $25. BLACK, from Cutter’s and Shedd’s stocks. Won first at N. H. and first at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. Trio, $15. SILVER-SPANGLED.—Won third at N.E., second at N. H., first and second at Nashua, Eggs, $2 per dozen. I can also furnish fresh eggs from other first premium varieties, at the annexed prices: Light and Dark Brahmas, White and Buff Cochins, White Leghorns, Plymouth Rocks, Dominiques, each, $8 per dozen; Houdans, Black Spanish, $2.50; Bronze Turkeys, $5; Black-breasted Red, Blue Red, Red Pyle, and White Georgian Game, $». Everything war- ranted as represented. Cash must accompany orders. Nothing C. O. D. ANDREW J. TUCK, Box 602, Nashua, N. H. FANCY PIGEONS, Owls, Turbits, Jacobins, Magpies, Nuns, Tumblers, Plain and Starling Quakers, all fine birds. I want White and Blue Jacobins. Address, with stamp, D. FRANK ELLIS, Cambridge, Mass. “ORDER FROM HEADQUARTERS.” THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, As adopted at Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1874, by the AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION, And published by them. Price, $1 per copy. At wholesale in lots not less than 10 copies, 25 per cent. off. For larger lots and special rates, send for Price Card. EDMUND S. RALPH, Sec’y, Buffalo, N. Y. EGGS, PER SITTING—Ginger Red Game, Cryer strain, $4; White-faced Spanish, Cryer strain, $3; Penciled Silver Hamburg, Cryer strain, $2. Trios, pairs, or single birds of the above for sale, at Grange Yards, Duffields, West Virginia, by V. M. FIROR. DOMINIQUE LEGHORNS.—E£ggs from this variety supplied, in rotation as received, at $3 per sitting (13 eggs). Also, Eggs or Poultry of all the leading varieties furnished at short notice by JOHN DYER, Jr., General Dealer and Breeder, No. 39 Federal Street, Alleghany City, Pa. THOROUGH-BRED POULTRY.—The subscriber offers Eggs from Light Brahmas, Buff and White Cochins, Brown Leghorns, and Plymouth Rocks, at $3 per sitting. The above fowls have received the leading premiums at first-class shows, thus characterizing them as birds of the highest merit. MARK PITMAN, North Beverly, and 22 School St., Boston, Mass. BREEDERS’ AND GROWERS’ DIRECTORY. The most complete Directory of Breeders and Growers of every class ever published in this country, to be issued this season. For informa- tion, address early, T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn, Send 10 cents for sample of Poultry Journal, &c. FOR SALE—Eggs for Hatching, from pure Dark Brahma Fowls. Fresh and true to name. Price, $4 per sitting of 15 eggs. Cash must ac- company each order. Address R. D. B., P. O. Box 306, Bridgeton, N. J. LIVE AND LET LIVE from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B, R. Game Bantams. Send stamp for Ulustrated Descriptive Circular, &e. A. M. CAREY, ’ Selinsgrove, Pa. —I will forward EGGS for hatching THE POULTRY ARGUS, EDITED BY KENEGY & WOLFF, POLO, ILLINOIS, Is one of the best Illustrated Monthly Magazines published in the Great West, and will be fully up to the times in all matters pertaining to the Poultry Interest. BREEDERS AND FANCIERS Will do well to advertise in the “Arcus.” advertising rates moderate. SUBSCRIPTION, $1.00 A YEAR. Its circulation is large and Send 10 cents for a Specimen Copy. LIGHT BRAHMAS. FOR SALE.— ONE YARD (EIGHT HENS AND COCK), COMPOSED OF “WILLIAMS, “COMEY’S,” AND “STURTEVANT’S” STRAINS. VERY FINE. Address H. K. OSBORN, Cambridgeport, Mass. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AN 9° o D POULTRY EXCHANGE. STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 4g- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE -@a AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION b AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS FROM PRIZE POULTRY.—C. W. CHAMBERLAIN, Arlington, Mass., will have Eggs to dispose of at $3 per dozen, from his Dark Brahmas, Lady Groyda, Herstine, and Black Prince strains. They were awarded 2d for fowls, and 2d and 4th for Chicks, at the Maine Poultry Exhibition in 1874. WHITE-FACED BLACK SPANISH .—1st, 2d, and 3d prize and Silver Cup at the Connecticut State Poultry Exhibi- tion, December, 1873, and 1st at Boston, 1874. SILVER-LACED SE- BRIGHT BANTAMS, small and well-laced. 1st at New England Poul- try Show, 1874. ~ BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few sittings of Eggs, $4. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. 2 L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. HOMING ANTWERPS.— Young birds from my stock, im- ported, and warranted genuine Homing Birds. Now booking orders. Price, $10 and $15 per pair. D. PORTER, 251 N. Pearl St., Albany, N. Y. Address ONE PAIR WHITE DUTCHIES, WELL BOOTED. Price, $8.00. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa, H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. EGGS! C.0.D. C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowis, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, ax requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. --«;BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, z BLUES, BLACKS, From imported and home-bred stock. Birds for sale after Sept. 1st. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. Address PARTRIDGE COCHINS.— Light trios for sale, good, at Reserve | Township Poultry Yards. Address G. W. EVANS, Reserve Township, Alleghany City, Pa. WHITE AND PARTRIDGE COCHIN EGGS, from John J. Berry’s stock, $4.00 per 13. White Crested White Polish, from F. T- Sperry’s stock, Eggs, $4.00 per sitting of 13. Black Leghorns, from Reed Watson’s stock, $4.00 per sitting of 13. Dark Brahmas and White-Faced Black Spanish, very fine, Eggs, $3.00 per 13. Buff Cochins, fine stock Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. A very limited number of orders will be booked and filled in rotation. All eggs securely packed and fresh at time of ship- ment. J. C. FULLER, Vineland, N. J. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” — Eggs $6 per dozen. “WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio, W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. * BRAHMA FOWL.?—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and orns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for G. M. TUXBURY, Breeder of Pure Brown Legh descriptive circular. BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 per doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $3 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game Bantam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. 1st. 8. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. BROWN LEGHORNS, aa BRED FROM STOCK IMPORTED PER BARK ASA FITCH, EGGS, Carefully packed, at $3 per dozen. J. B. VANDERWATER, Box 960, Middletown, Conn. Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida Co most of the leading varieties, including Du season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. name. Send for Price List. HAMBURGS and BANTAMS. and Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, Golden and Silver Sebright Bantams, $4 per doz. A few trios of Hamburgs at $12 to $20. A few pairs of G. S. Bantams at $8 to $12. Also, FANCY PIGEONS. + GEO. F. SEAVEY, Cambridgepovt, Mass. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—From Brahmas. A 1 stock. Pedigree given. Orders filled immediately. $3 to $4 per sitting. Carefully packed for any distance. unty, N. Y., sells Fowls of- cks and Turkeys. Eggs in Eggs warranted fresh and true to —Eggs from Imported Golden | P. Cochins, Buffs, and Dark _FOWLS, EGGS, PIGEONS, SONG BIRDS AND RABBITS. Send for Price List to LITTLEMAN, Springfield, Ohio. CREVECCURS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for hatch- ing, from my premium birds, $3 per doz., carefully packed. No Circulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire St., P/O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK FARM, “EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke Stock; I willbe prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of Fowls at reasonable prices. Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partrid Eggs for Hatching: Asiatics $5, and Whit Blooded Horses and Alderney Cattle. ge Cochins, White Leghorns. e Leghorns $3 per sitting. T. L. McKEEN. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Light Brahm pens: Duke of Grand Street. weight 15 pounds; Ibs. each. Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. Eggs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stock, Eggs, $5.00 per dozen. White Crested White Polands, White Crested Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stoek, carefully selected by myself at the various Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.0.D. All orders filled in rotation. EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY,_A few p and Red Carrier Pigeons for sale. Address as from the following Hen’s weight 1] and 12 airs of superior Black and Superior Birds at moderate prices, JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. AYLESBURY DUCKS EGGS—Mrs. Wm. Burlington Co., N. J., can spare a few sittings of Eg, carefully packed. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, $4. | Bronze Turkeys, $5. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury Ducks, $3. At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1873, I was awarded first pre- mium aud two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark Brahmas, second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze Turkeys. Taylor, Riverside, gs at $4 per sitting, DARK BRAHMAS AND WHITE LEGHORNS SPECIALTY .—Dark Brabma Eggs at $3 per dozen. White Leghorn Eggs, fram premium stock, $2.50 per dozen. Reuen Duck Eggs, $2.50 per dozen. One Crevecceur Cockerel for sale, price $5. ABRAHAM S. BEEKMAN, South Branch, Somerset Co., N. J. A CURIOSITY.—Prize Black Red Game Bantams for sale, win- ners of 11 first prizes at principal shows in England, 16 months old. Im- | ported May Ist. Bred by Mr.C. Mousey, Norwich, England. he smallest | and most perfect specimens ever imported, dead or alive, to this country. | Cock, 15 ounces. Pullets, 16 ounces; fat; about to lay. Such little won- | ders, in perfect health and feather, are often heard of, but seldom seen. Apply Dr. MUNROE, Pultneyville, N. Y. CHESTER WHITE BOAR for sale low, thoroughbrea. | Rouen Ducks, Duckwin Rabbits. Address Also, g Game Bantams, White Guinea Fowls, and DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn, JOHN THOMSON, Jr., Shoemakertown, Montgomery Co., Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AN D POULTRY EXCHANGE. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins, At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens, EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Pelch & Buzzell cross, Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds, . rg 62 0. SUV sf White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 ot Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 of Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.O.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, TVitchburg, Mass. . $3.00 per doz. W. H. TODD, VERMILION, OHIO.—High-class Poultry; Asia- tics a grand specialty. Over thirty varieties of Land and Water Fowls— winners of 854 prizes at great State and Poultry Shows in three years. Fowls to spare and Iggs for Hatching. Price List free. New Catalogue, large and splendid, describing forty breeds, with large life-like cuts of all the Brahmas and Cochins, and eighteen varieties of Land and Water Fowls, giving much valuable information, for 10 cents. THE * POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Eggs from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards. Send for new illustrated | circular. Address J. M. McKINNEY, | Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A A. MILDER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. Address WE LEAD ALL! BUT FOLLOW NONE!! 1 FERRE oe AMFORD, CONN, WILL SEND THE “FANCIERS’ JOURNAL” FOR 1874, FREE TO E Who orders E¢és to the amount of VERYVONE! $5, or Fowls to the amount of $10. TWENTY VARIETIES. LIGHT AND DARK BRAHMAS, i BLACK SPANISH, GHORNS, HOUDANS, WHITE LE GOLDEN SEBRIGHT, PURE BRED | Send for Circular and Price List. BUFF AND PARTRIDGE COCHINS, PLYMOUTH ROCKS, DOMINIQUKS, W. C. BLACK, anp GOLDEN POLANDS, SILVER-GRAY DORKINGS, GAMES, ROUEN AND AYLESBURY DUCKS. EGGS from choice coops, $2.00 and $3.00 per nest. BLACK RUSSIANS, | QUUa ith AND BLACK BANTAMS, Every correspondent should mention THIS advertisement. If you will INCLOSE STAMP, I will send you my new Circular, and if requested, aSAMPLE COPY of the “JO URNAL.” Ihave CHOICE In either pairs or trios, which I will dispose of at reasonable prices, FOR cheerfully answered promptly. My fowls are bred with great care, from the most noted strains in the country. BIRDS, FIRST-CLASS STOCK! Every variety! Correspondence solicited, and Have recently purchased the choice breeding stock of Partridge and Buff Cochins of Ohas. H. Crosby, Esq., Danbury, Conn. Also, stock of Light Brahmas of H. A. Grant, Jr., Tarrytown, N. Y., and also added very choice breeding birds in nearly all varieties (many of them prize-winners). I can furnish FRESH EGGS, V2 ee a a at short notice. ELECTROTYPES OF ANY CUTS APPEARING IN THIS JOURNAL FOR SALE, AT REASONABLE PRICES. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia. MOCKING-BIRD TO EXCHANGE for Brown Leghorn Pul- lets. Also, 20,000 live Trout for sale. Eggs—Light Brahmas, Houdans, White Cochins, $1.50 per doz. Live Mink for Breeding. Partner wanted. SPRING GROVE TROUT WORKS, Ossipee, N. H. H. N. WHEELER, Mystic River, Conn., Breeder of pure Brown Leghorns from the old Mystic River Stock, imported by Capt. Isaac Gates. Eggs, $3 per dozen. Orders taken now. EGGS FOR SALE.—From all the principal varieties of Fowls, especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. WHITE SWANS.—Just imported from Europe, and arrived in fine condition. Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare and choice birds, to arrive in three weeks. Now booking orders. Price, $85 per pair. LEWIS RUHE. 98 Chatham St., New York. WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY. FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. EGGS From First Premium BROWN LEGHORNS, AT THREE DOLLARS PER SITTING. A. N. RAUB, -LOCK HAVEN, PA. EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Buff Cochins. Black Red DARK BRAHMA EGGS FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN: JOS. M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. Game Bantams. Golden Sebrights. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. PANCIERS' JOURNAL 481 AND 63 ao POULTRY EXCHANGE Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, MAY 21, 1874. No. 21. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE “STANDARD.” BY GEORGE P. BURNHAM. Tue Secretary of the ‘‘American Poultry Association,” E. S. Ralph, Esq., of Buffalo, invites suggestions for im- proving or correcting our new ‘‘Standard of Excellence.”’ I have always had my opinion upon this rather intricate and complex question, but I have hitherto said little upon the subject, because the views of fanciers, breeders, and writers, have been so widely at variance among us, and have been found, thus far, so difficult to harmonize. In response to Mr. Ralph’s public invitation, however, I submit the follow- ing as some of my ideas upon this vexed and vexing subject: I think, imprimis, that it is by no means an effective way to finally adjust and establish a practical numerical scale of points in excellence, simply through the expression of the opinions and notions of a few gentlemen,‘the majority of whom may be novices; or, at the best, but indifferently experienced breeders, partial students in chickenology, or only casual observers of the finer characteristics in varieties of poultry; and therefore I deem it of the first importance, with a view to readjusting our American standard, that a general meeting should be convened, where al/ our fanciers can be present who desire to be heard; for, ‘‘among many councilors, there is wisdom” ordinarily, more or less. How many times, in the past dozen years or more, both in this country and in England, has the attempt been made by limited gatherings of poultry men to ‘‘ revise’’ the stan- dard? In every case there has resulted naught but failure to give satisfaction. At one time, one coterie; at another, another set of men; at a third, a different clique—all well meaning, and desirous to do good to the cause and them- selves; but, with all their toil and earnestness, none ever afforded us a criterion which would work to the general wel- fare, convenience, and advancement of the object apparently aimed at, and so ardently desired by fanciers in this country. To arrive at conclusions, nevertheless, we must have an expression of the opinions of poultry men as a basis to begin upon. We have few experts in America; very few men who are thoroughly posted as arbiters when you come down to the ‘fine points”’ of excellence in our numerous varieties of fowls. Butin the aggregate (if we can get all our leading breeders once in council together), we can find one man, or one set of men, who have made themselves conversant, through studious application and practical experiment, with one class of birds; another man or men who know the good points in another class; and a third, fourth, or fifth who have had experience with other varieties, to the end of the chapter. And from all these heads and minds, in each instance, some share of good sense and sound suggestion may be contributed to the general good; and, after full discus- sion, the results may be incorporated, in part or in whole, A great many vagaries and useless hints will crop out in such a convention naturally, and the ears of the elders will inevitably be shocked at the ideas advanced by some ambi- tious tyros. Yet all these advisors mean well, and their very inexperience leads to healthy discussion and beneficial con- clusions in the end. Thus, I say, let us hear all sides, and adopt the best advice we can glean from such a general expression of opinion. Theoretical rules for judging the merits of fowls are invariably defective. No more theory can be applied, uni- versally, in pronouncing upon the fine points of any breed whatever. What is much safer, fairer, and more’ reason- able is good, sound, unbiased, sensible, competent judging. Such judging is not readily attainable, I know, in this country —nor has it yet been reached, save to a limited extent, in England—for the reason I have already given, namely, that we have few qualified experts in America who can or will give their attention to this business professionally, and who are not interested, directly or indirectly, in certain ‘‘strains,”’ or importations of poultry stock. Now, the most faultless ‘‘ scales’ ever yet devised or pro- mulgated have failed, so far, by themselves, to prove satis- factory or practicable. The ‘scales’? have been continually the object of tinkering, year after year, and have been so changed, from time to time, as to be at last quite unrecog- nizable to most of us. And for this reason (if E had no other) I earnestly advocate the immediate abrogation of the ‘cinstructions to judges ’’ that so disfigures our latest attempt to revise the American standard, to which formula no inde- pendent, really qualified judges can ever subscribe, To arrive at any conclusive, good form of standard, must be the work of study, time, thought, and long experience. Through such channels only can a reliable, serviceable stan- dard be afforded. No mere voting, speechifying, and acqui- escing in the multifarious, crude views of a dozen or a score of men (led by one or two or half a dozen among them who do know something of poultry points), can ever give us a proper, just, equitable Standard of Excellence. I repeat it, time must be devoted to its construction, correspondence invited, the interchange of practical opinions duly con- sidered; and all this advice and study must be generally contributed to the main effort by al/ parties interested, then fairly weighed, and sifted, and examined, pro and con, before the finality shall be tabulated and put forth as our criterion to_breed up to and judge by. As to the maximum of the numerical scale, I think 50 points quite as good and as serviceable as 100 or 1000 could be. Since the present standard has been fixed at 100 points in perfection, however, it is just as well perhaps to leave it there. i I would make symmetry first in the list in Games, in Brahmas, in Cochins, in Black Spanish, &c.; condition in the text that goes to make up.a complete and weliablessecond, in all classes, especially the layer varieties; color standard. C LiRPARIES © and markings third; weight and size fourth in the China 322 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. breeds; general style and carriage fifth ; comb, head, wat- tles, and hackles sizth; limbs, feathering thereof, Wc., seventh; and so on to the end in detail. And I would espe- cially contend for consistency in the numbers of points accorded to any qualifications in a class of fowls of more than one variety; so that, for example, in Light Brahmas, symmetry should not be counted at 10 points, while in the Dark Brahmas symmetry should be counted at 15 points, as the new American standard indicates. Is there any reason nameable why we should aim to breed either of these fine varieties differently, so far as their symmetry is concerned ? Or, to go one step further toward the ridiculous, let me ask why Dark Brahmas’ feet should be feathered to the ends of outside and middle toes, while Light Brahmas are as expli- citly required (in this last standard) not to be feathered on the middle toes? Whichever way may be most desirable, breed for it, but let both colors of this same fowl be ‘pointed ” and ‘qualified ” alike. These manifest blunders are suggested by way of correc- tion only. Such paradoxical nonsense simply raises a smile at the expense of the men who set up such silly ‘‘rules”’ to govern us in breeding poultry, to say nothing of their need- lessness and utter impracticability. In fine, to avoid making this article tedious, let me recapitulate my suggestions briefly: I would now have a general convention called by the ‘American Poultry Association,’’? or otherwise, at some point most convenient for the majority of fanciers, say in July or August. I would have this convention attended Sully by all the friends to improvement in American poultry. I would then and there inyite and allow the fullest discus- sion on this standard question. I would not charge the people three dollars for the opportunity thus to ‘free their minds” upon this important subject. I would have every- thing conducted fairly, openly, good naturedly, and pleas- antly, with a view to making everybody contented with the results we shall aim to compass. I would recommend the choice of qualified committees to report upon the details of the different requirements in the standard, as to points of excellence for breeding. I would mo¢ ask those committees to so ‘report in three days time, without fail.’’ I would give each committee all the time they need to do their work thoroughly, advisedly, and well; and permit all who cannot readily report to the convention direct to take their work home with them, and report when they have had leisure to complete it, within reasonable limits. {[ would not, on any pretence, hurry this matter, unduly, on this oceasion. I would have the Executive Committee subsequently call a final meeting (when all is submitted), at which any leading breeders should, for this purpose only, also be permitted to meet with them, to conclude and, put into form the contents for the revised work. Whatever good, feasible matter is contained in former standards, retain or adopt in this. I would then publish the work at the lowest price it can be put upon the market for, and be well done, without ‘ copy- righting.” And I believe that saci a standard would be welcomed and adopted by every poultry society in the United States; while breeders, dealers, and fanciers would gladly purchase them, at wholesale, for gratuitous distribution among their customers to a large extent, thus aiding in disseminating the information such a book ought to contain, and indirectly “helping the cause along’? among the people at large, who may be chicken-raisers, but who do not belong to any regu- larly organized association. While I lay claim to no superior knowledge regarding: the subject thus presented, it seems to me, Mr. Editor, that the above hints can hardly be found fault with. They are submitted in good faith, at least, by an experienced breeder, and I trust the views herein set down may be received for what they may seem to be intrinsically worth. MELROSE, MAss., May, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Eprror of FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. The Poultry Association and its action has caused nu- merous comments and criticisms in the columns of many of the agricultural publications of the land and in the pages of the Journal. Some of them seem to be rather severe, but it must be admitted that too many of them are well merited. More than one of the writers who are ready to impugn the motives of the organizers of the Association should bear in mind that their past transactions have not always been above reproach, and for that reason their opposition might cause suspicion rather than confidence; yet many of them are veterans in our cause, and their experience and years of study entitle their opinions to due weight. The abortion of a book to which the Association stands sponsor, and for which it has the impudence to demand one dollar, is deserving of all the slurs and sneers it has re- ceived. Already the Association, almost officially, admits as much, and have taken steps looking to improvement. They demand an opportunity to make amends for their shortcomings, and it is only proper that the fancy of the country give them the desired opportunity to place them- selves right before the world. I am only an amateur, in my third year of ‘the fever,’” having exhibited but three times, and contented myself with five prizes; yet I desire to offer a few suggestions re- garding the Association for the attention of my seniors: In the first place allow me to suggest a radical change in Article II of the Constitution. In my opinion, the object of the Association should have some other point than ‘Calways be for the perfection of the American Standard of Excellence ;” for if this standard is ever attained, the prin- cipal object of the Association is accomplished, and it would naturally die. I have no objection to the Association own- ing their present “standard,” and if they succeed in com- piling a valuable one, they should certainly retain possession of it. Unless the future efforts of the Association shall be more able than their past have been, I doubt if they are often called upon to ‘‘advise with and assist all poultry organizations in the selection of judges in good standing and ability,’’? and I fear it will not receive the cordial support and co-operation of local poultry asso- ciations. If the ‘A. P. A.’”’ has no other aim than the manage- ment of the Standard of Excellence, and no other means of support than the profits made on the work, it had better dissolve, and make way for an association with other and nobler aspirations. Were it understood by farmers and the fancy that every member of this Association could be depended upon for strict, honest, and upright dealing, it would be worth at least twenty-five dollars to a breeder to have the privilege of advertising himself as a member of the “A, P. A.;’ and here is the foundation of a successful asso- ciation—a vein that, if properly worked, is of more value (not only to an association, but to the entire fancy of the , FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGH. 323 country) than all the present organizations has yet accom- plished. There is, however, one serious obstacle. Several of the present members of the ‘A. P. A.” must resign or reform. TI see in the list the name of a breeder from Cen- tral New York who is now sending circulars through the country admitting that he loaned a man ‘‘only fair’? Duck- wing Games from which to advertise eggs as from imported stock. I have had dealings with the same party: a trio of Creveceurs, which I purchased of him for breeding pur- poses, arrived with a cockerel having splashes of gold in his hackles as big as the end of my thumb; he was good eating, however, after I gota little flesh on him. Another breeder, with yards near New York city, would object to showing, as samples of his stock, chicks that I got from eggs pur- chased of him for Creveceeurs; yet his name appears on the list. A third breeder, who hails from Worcester, Mass., I have never dealt with, but I have read his advertisements and his contributions to poultry literature; and if any per- son who knows what a hen ‘is will read his contribution to the May number of the American Agriculturist and say that he is proper authority to be intrusted with the revision of the standard, I never wish to exhibit subject to its dictum again. Such breeders will neither give confidence to amateurs or strength to an organization. I see in your issue of the 30th ultimo that the Secretary of the Association requests everybody to send to him correc- tions of errors or omissions that may have occurred in the first edition. Is it intended to embrace all these corrections in the second edition? If not, who is to decide which are worthy to go in and which shall be left out? Did it ever oceur to the officers of the ‘A. P. A.” that the appointment of a committee for each class, instructed to obtain the written ideal of each breeder in that class in the country, would enable them by a few hours collating of these opinions to arrive at a fair idea of what constitutes a perfect specimen in the minds of the breeders themselves, and this certainly would be the foundation for a ‘“‘ Standard of Ex- cellence.”’ If the originators of this Association take immediate and definite steps for a radical improvement in their bantling, and make some efforts for the formation of an association that shall be of some benefit to the fraternity, they can suc- ceed in uniting much of the present opposition; but if not, they will be opposed by another organization, and the result will be a spirit of contention that will work only injury. AN AMATEUR. a ce 2 keg A new manner of catching rats is exciting great in- terest among the returning householders in Madison Avenue. A barrel is filled half-full of water. A layer of powdered cork is laid on its surface, and over this a layer of corn meal is sifted. A chair and a box or two are placed unob- trusively in the neighborhood, whereby the rat gains the edge of the barrel. He sees nothing but the meal; he has no innate ideas which teach him to beware of the treacher- ous foundation on which that tempting surface rests; he sniffs, he leaps, and goes gently down, through meal and cork, to his watery grave! If any of his friends see him disappear from the edge of the barrel they hasten after him to get their share of the probable plunder, and are in turn taken in by hospitable death. The plan seems effective as against the rats, but is calculated to destroy their confidence in human nature, IN Podttry Department: WHITE-FACED BLACK SPANISH. As the name indicates, there is no doubt that this ancient and naturally aristocratic breed originated in Spain, as its kindred are generally found ‘‘at home” there, among which are the Andalusians and others, which are quite numerous also in many of the neighboring States bordering on the Med- iterranean Sea. The Spanish are among the old-established varieties, and are entitled to all the honors which so charac- teristically distinguish them, having been raised to a high degree of excellence—the effect of long and careful breed- ing, which is especially observable in the white face, which feature is the most strikingly peculiar, indicating careful and patient selections in mating. The ancestors have this trait comparatively well developed. In perfection, the white face should be of a soft and delicate texture, free from dark hairs, feathers, or other unsightly blemishes, and when well shaped the outline should extend well back behind the ear, the lobe of which should be of nearly equal length with the wattles. The next important feature is the high and single comb of the cock, which is generally much too large as now bred, and for exhibition purposes has to be pre- viously supported by artificial appliances to prevent the lop- ping, which was once the fashion, and is still one of the sexual characteristics of the hen only. The comb should be bright red, firm, well set on the head, being thick at the base, growing gradually thinner toward the edge, and should be perfectly erect and free from twists, rising from the beak, between the nostrils, extending in an arched form over the back part of the head, and almost touching the top of the neck. The serrations should be deep, and gradually increasing in depth from the front toward the highest part. The beak should be of a deep horn-color, long, and stout. 324 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. The eyes large, perfectly free, and open. Altogether the head is comparatively large, it being long, broad, and deep sided. The neck is long and gracefully arched. Hackle abundant and extending well on to the shoulders. In ap- pearance the breast is prominent and well rounded, the body narrowing and slanting toward the tail, which is amply adorned with gaily curved sickle feathers, and is carried nearly upright, but should not lean toward the head (on ac- count of which defect it would be called ‘squirrel tailed’’). The wings are held close to the body. The thighs and legs are long and neat, the latter being of a dark, leaden hue. The plumage is of the richest and glossiest black, with a metallic lustre on the higher parts. He carries himself nearly upright and very proudly, and in this respect he is excelled by no fowl, except the Game; and no breed, except the Malay, stands so high upon the legs as the Spanish fowl. The shape, face, and plumage of the hen are also very trim and graceful, and much the same as that of the cock, allowing for the difference of sex; but the comb, though large, single, and deeply serrated, falls entirely over one side of the face, which is smaller than that of the cock, and should be free from ridges or coarseness, and there should be no apparent division of the face and ear-lobe. During the moulting season the comb of the hen will sometimes assume an upright appearance, and must not be condemned on that account, as a return to previous ‘condition ”’ will have the effect of resuming the former shape. We would also add that the ear-lobes should be perfectly open, flat, and free from folds or wrinkles. The laying qualities of these non- sitters are excellent, averaging about ten to twelve dozen eggs each per annum when properly managed, though high breeding has perceptibly diminished these qualities in many strains. The egg is proportionately large, with a white, smooth shell, and of delicate flavor, which make it a most desirable market variety. The pullets usually lay at six months old, and will continue through the winter, but the hens rarely begin laying before January, after which, how- ever, they rarely stop more than a day or two. As table fowls they do not present so fine an appearance as their forms when covered with plumage would indicate, and are not so juicy and highly flavored as are those of many other breeds. When in good order and full of eggs, the hens, in their general make-up (heavy plumage, etc.), appear when alive much more meaty than when stripped of feathers and offal. The breast really lacks in plumpness. This sparseness or difference in appearance may be proven also by weighing them before and after dressing. It is very difficult to distinguish the ultimate qualities in young chickens. The yery best points of the least prom- | to size in the Asiatic class, 15. ising are often the longest deferred, but eventually exceed- ing the choicest appearing ones at first selected. Young fowls which show at first a plain blush or red may be dis- carded at once or assigned to the stew-pan; but generally those which present early, a bluish shade of the face, change slowly but gradually to the desired white, as they grow older. The choicest specimens only should be mated. To keep the yard up to a high standard, make the most careful selections, generally rejecting every bird which shows the slightest traces of deterioration. as (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SMALL COOPS FOR POULTRY. Havine frequently heard persons say they would like to keep poultry if they had the room, having the idea that fowls must have a large range to be of profit, I will give the result of my experience with five different coops of fowls for two months, March and April. No. 1. One cock and five Dominique Leghorn pullets. Received 160 eggs; average, 32 to each hen. No. 2. One cock and two Black Hamburg pullets. ceived 88 eggs; average, 44. No. 8. One cock and four Golden Spangled Hamburg pul- lets. Received 160 eggs; average, 40. No. 4. One cock and five Silver Spangled Hamburg hens, four years old. Received 165 eggs; average, 33. No. 5. One cock and ten Grade Hamburg pullets. ceived 370 eggs; average, 37. Nos. 1, 2,3, and 4 have been confined the four months past in coops made of lath, 13 feet long, + feet wide, and 2 feet high. No. 5, Grades, have the range of a yard 24 by 40 feet. My fowls are in good health, and the eggs hatch well; 13 chicks from 15 eggs. Cuas. SELSER. DoyLEsTowN, Pa, Re- Re- - (For Fanciers’ Journal.) “POINTS” AND ‘‘ MARKS.” Jos. M. WaDE. a Dear Sir: Yours, inclosing an inquiry from Mr. G. W. Black, with a request for me to answer, is at hand. The subject is one that has puzzled very many amateurs, and I have found a great number of fanciers, of several years’ experience, with a very erroneous idea of its meaning; therefore I have thought best to answer through the columns of the Fanciers’ Journal. Mr. Black asks, in effect, ‘What is the meaning of the numbers affixed to the scale of points? He says, ‘‘ The points are numbered, but do not explain how many pounds a fowl must weigh, but states so many numbers or points in weight.” A great deal of confusion exists from the indiscriminate application of the word ‘‘points.’”’ It is applied to the char- acteristics of the fowl, and also to the numerals representing the value of such particularities. To obviate this, I suggest that the term ‘‘ points’ should be applied exclusively to the parts of the fowl; as, for instance, head, comb, breast, wings, |symmetry, &c., and that the numerical value of these points be designated as ‘‘marks.’’? Thus we may say ‘‘symmetry, 10 marks; size and weight, 15 marks,’’ and so on. The numbers affixed to the points in the scale do not signify any specified amount, weight, or size, but simply the compara- tive value of the point designated. Take the number affixed This does not signify any FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 825 special number of pounds. The bird may weigh ten, twelve, or fifteen pounds; but if he is the heaviest bird on exhibi- tion, he must be marked the highest on that point. If, however, he should be a very small bird, of course no judge would give him the full number. To make my meaning a little plainer, I will illustrate it: we will take, for instance, the stone or mineral known as ‘“‘amber.’’? This is composed of carbon, 79 parts; hydrogen, 103 parts; oxygen, 104 parts—total, 100 parts. Now, when we take up a piece of amber, we know that %%, of it is carbon; it is not necessary that the piece should weigh five, ten, or fifteen pounds; whatever the size or weight, the relative proportion of carbon in it remains the same. So with the other substances of which it is composed. Now, apply this same rule to the adaptation of the scale of points, and remember that it takes one hundred marks to represent a perfect or standard fowl; and that no matter what the size or weight, the relative value of each point remains the same. The amateur will, of course, meet with some difficulties in figuring, but a little thought on the subject, keeping the above ideas in mind, will, I think, lead him safely through. A. M. Hatstep. —___+~«< + THE “WHAT IS IT?” To THE EDITOR OF THE JOURNAL: This peculiar fowl has finally returned to the point from which we commenced to trace its history, and as the “* What Is It?” has attracted considerable attention in many parts of the United States, having been exhibited from Buffalo, N. Y., to Providence, R. I., this season, we will give the readers of your Journal its history and whereabouts for the last mine year's. It was left by some traveling showman at Providence, in the year 1865, and fell into the hands of Lucian L. Perry, of Providence. Very soon after, Mr. Perry gave it to Henry Richardson, of Attleboro’, Mass.,who kept the ‘*‘What Is It?” on his yards four years, when he sold it to Mr. Nathaniel Colyer, of Pawtucket, R. I., for the sum of $10. Mr. Colyer soon gave it to Mr. Charles A. Sweet, Presi- dent of the Western New York Poultry Association. Mr. Sweet kept the ‘‘ What Is It?” four years, and after exhib- iting it at Buffalo, gave it, in January, 1874, to A. D. Warren, President of the New England Poultry Association, to be exhibited at Worcester, Mass. It went from him to Philander Williams, President of the Massachusetts Poul- try Association, and was exhibited at Boston; from there to Woonsocket, and from Woonsocket it has returned, like the ‘‘bad penny,” to Providence, and is now on exhibition at Howard Hall, with the other ‘thousand and one’’ fowls and animals alive or ‘set up’ by the Zaridermist, or some- body else. The ‘* What Is It?’’ goes from here to Gen. Johnson, to show at his ‘‘ Merrimack Valley ’’ exhibition, for ‘ better or worse,’’ and may it live nine years more, and then return again, as now, one of the wonders of the nineteenth century. So much for the far-famed ‘‘ What Is It ?”” I will close by recommending all of the readers of the Journal, and all their relatives to visit Howard Hall to-day or this evening, to examine its decorations, and listen to melodious and harmonious songs of love and happiness that are constantly filling its every nook and corner. They will witness what never can be seen again in your beautiful city. The first Poultry and Columbarian exhibition ever held here. Though the first, it is an entire success.—Ezv. F. J. Kinney. Worcester, Mass, SEXES AT WILL. “Thus having wasted half the day, He trimm’d his flight another way.” TuE hatching season has again returned, and with it comes the old question of producing sexes at will. Cocks of one year old, mated with hens two years old or more, usually produce a greater proportion of cockerels than pullets; and if more pullets than cockerels are wanted they may gener- ally be obtained by mating old cocks with pullets. But most people who desire a rule at all on the subject would like to have a more certain one, in order that they may have hatched cockerels or pullets exclusively, as they may think best suited to their purposes. It has been said that the long-shaped eggs produce cock- erels, and the short or round ones, pullets; but this theory is so old that were there any truth in it the question would not recur with each returning spring. Moreover, we know that all the eggs laid by any one hen are of very nearly the same shape. Usually they vary but slightly. Hence, if it be true that those of a given shape will produce a given sex, we must admit that we can select hens which will produce the sex we desire; and this no one has yet pretended to do. Another rule often given, and believed in by some, is that the position of the air-bubble on the large end of the egg in- dicates the sex—if upon the centre a male, if a little to one side a female. There is some little show of plausibility for this notion, yet it also has been before the public for a long time without eliciting any positive evidence of worth, and no general confidence is placed in it, even by those most anxious of acquiring the secret of producing sexes at will. ‘What leads me to speak of this rule as if at all worthy of consideration, is the result of observations made some years ago, when the subject was first brought to my mind, and I was about testing the rule for my own satisfaction and future guidance in poultry rearing. I found that nearly every al- ternate egg laid by any one hen had the air-bubble in the same position ; thus coinciding with the common experience, that the sexes are about equal in numbers. From some cause my experiments at that time fell through, and soon after I hit upon a plan which has so fully satisfied me, that no futher attempts have on my part been made to discern a better one. My rule—so simple and easy of application that any one living within the regions of modern civilization can have the means of practicing it—was given me by a good old lady, who was famous in her day as a successful chicken-raiser. I amso well satisfied with it that I never trouble myself any more by testing the theories of others on this subject. My mind is perfectly at rest on this point at least in the man- agement of poultry, and now my chief study is to produce the finest specimens of the breed of my choice, be they either cockerels or pullets. The rule is: after you have picked out the eggs to be set, by whatever other rule you may fancy, carry them to the nest in a hat if you desire cockerels, or in a sun-bonnet if you wish to obtain pullets. ILuint, JR. => (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SUMATRA GAME FOWLS. I see the announcement in the Fanciers’ Journal, of April 30th, by E. 8. Ralph, of Buffalo, New York, that he has just received from Angiers Point, a coop of fine ‘Sumatra Games, which compare favorably with his old stock, the originals having been imported some twenty years ago from isame place,’’ ete. F. 326 In the new ‘American Standard’’ I do not see any men- tion made of this variety of Games. They are as well known, and have been for thirty years, as any variety that can be named; and the Sumatra Games are noted, like any other established breed, in all English and American poultry books that have been published for the past three or four decades here or in Great Britain. Mr. E. S. Ralph is Secretary of the ‘American Poultry Association”’ which has given us the late faulty new standard. Did the Committee on Games desire to shut him out? Were they not aware that there was such a breed or variety of games as the notorious ‘‘Sumatras?” or else why do we not find these birds among the lists? Verily, this new revised standard apparently needs a thorough revision ; and it is to be hoped that it may have such overhauling by proper authority. Yours, Twin SPUR, SUSPECTED THE LAWYER. Tux law provides a defender for every arraigned crimi- nal, no matter how well known his crime, but it will not do for a bad man’s counselor to try to make his crime a joke, and try to ridicule it out of court. such a course fairly leaves the lawyer himself open to distrust. Counselor Higgins, of the State of , was exceedingly adroit in defendiug a prisoner, and would sometimes laugh down an indictment for a small offense. A fellow (one Smith) being on trial for stealing a turkey, the counselor attempted to give a good-humored turn to the affair. ‘‘ Why, gentlemen of the jury,” said he, ‘this is really a very small affair. I wonder any one could bring such a complaint into court. If we are going on at this rate, we shall have business enough on our hands.” Higgins then alluded to the ‘foraging expedition”’ of his college days, and the boys thought it no harm to take poultry here and there once in a while, when they wanted asly supply. But, notwithstanding this appeal, the jury convicted the prisoner. _ After the court arose, one of the jury, a plain old farmer, meeting the counselor, complimented him on his ingenuity. “And now, ’Squire,’”’ said he, fixing a rather knowing look upon him, ‘I should like to ask you one question: Which road do you take in going home—the upper or the lower one?” “The lower,’’ said the counselor. “ Well, then, its no matter. I only wanted to observe that if you were going my way, I would just jog on before you and lock up my hen-house.”’ Catatoques, &c., Receiven. W: L. Topey, Valley Falls, R. I.—Circular. Fancy Fowls, Pigeons, and Eggs, 13 varieties. Emory Carpenter, 44 Grand Street, Hartford, Conn.— Illustrated circular of Light Brahmas exclusively. 8. G. Woop, Nashville, Tenn.—Card. Importer and Breeder of pure bred Fancy Fowls. Lon. HarpMAn, St. Joseph, Mo.—Card. Dealer in Sing- ing Birds, Seeds, Cages, &c. Dr. A. M. Dickie, Doylestown, Pa.—Price List. Fine Poultry and Eggs. Specialties: White Leghorns, Plymouth Rocks, and Black Hamburgs. Breeding yards at Dyerstown. T. O. WarpweEtt, North Andover, Mass.—Breeder of Dark and Light Brahmas, P. Cochins, and Bantams. Breeder of FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Wuerier & Reppine, Millbury, Mass.—Fine Games, and Eggs for hatching. A. S. Jounson, N. Chili, near Rochester, N. Y.—Cata- logue. Seed Potatoes, Garden Seeds, Small Fruits, &c. Descriptive, and containing some valuable information. Crarues L. Sprague, Elmwood Poultry Yards, Hudson, N. H.—Card. Eggs for hatching. Leghorns, Brahmas, Cochins, and Bronze Turkeys. F. B. Messer, 58 Main Street, Peabody, Mass.—Card. Breeder of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Crested Ducks. Eggs for hatching. W. R. Srurreyanr, Elmwood Stock Farm, Cumberland Centre, Maine.—Card. Fowls, Turkeys, Greese and Ducks, in variety; also, Birkshire Pigs. H. Burcuarp, Winton Valley Poultry Yard, Corry, Pa.— Card. Breeder, Shipper, and Importer of Fancy and Do- mestic Fowls, Pigeons, and Pet Animals. Address Box 737. W. C. Harr, Clinton, N. Y.—Cireular and price list. Over 25 varieties of Fancy Pigeons. Esen P. Day, Hazleton, Luzurne County, Pa.—Fancy Poultry, Pigeons, Ornamental and Song Birds, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Hunting and Fancy Dogs, and Domestic Pets of all kinds; also, Gold Fish, Aquaria Plants, Bird Cages, and Florists’ Articles. CO. W. Cuamperiin, Arlington, Mass.—Card. Dark Brahmas, White-faced Black Spanish Fowls, and Silver- laced Sebright Bantams. Cus. SEtser, Doylestown, Pa.—Card. Dominique Leg- horns, Black Hamburgs, Silver and Golden Spangled Ham- burgs. J. A. Earty, Youngstown, Ohio.—Circular. Sale of 200 Choice Fowls, from premium and imported stock. MOORE’S WORK ON PIGEONS. (Continued from page 311.) that even kings have been proud to confer the greatest favors upon those who were no more than the keepers of their pigeons. Thus we see how the knowledge of these birds has been propagated and encouraged in most parts of the world at a very great expense, while every observer had still this natural history to obtain in the same experimental and costly way, and was often grossly imposed upon by having a mixed strain put into his hands instead of the real species; yet, notwithstanding all this, and the ease wherewith it might have been accomplished, I find an almost profound silence among the naturalists upon this head. : I have, therefore, ventured first to launch forth into this new science, not being insensible that I shall leave much room for others to make great improvements, if any shall hereafter think it worth their while to follow that track which I have only pointed out to them; and I hope the learned world know how to make allowances for a first attempt in the advancement of any kind of knowledge. I am very sensible that proper icons are of very great service to illustrate a work of this nature, but this piece being in its kind new, and not being able to guess at what reception it may meet with from the world, I knew the expenses of exact FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 327 cuts would swell the price too high for many that may have a mind to purchase this work; and, on the contrary, that if they are not delineated with the utmost accuracy, according to their various characteristics, they only puzzle the mind, and render the description of them more obscure, and there- fore I chose rather to have none than bad ones. In the sequel of this work, I have endeavored as near as possible to give exact criterions for the knowledge of each distinct species; and being aware that bare descriptions are often tedious and irksome, I have sometimes endeavored to relax the mind by throwing in some diverting parts of his- tory, which, though not altogether necessary to the main purport of the treatise, will I hope answer the end for which they were designed. Being well assured that this book will fall into the hands of many of the illiterate part of mankind, who are altogether ignorant of the terms of art, and even in the meaning of many words of more frequent use among the politer part, I have, for the sake of such, added an alphabetical explanation of the less common words made use_of in this treatise. So hoping it will have the desired effect of pushing on some abler pen, I commit it at once to the candid censure of mankind. COLUMBARIUM: OR, THE PIGEON-HOUSE. THE INTRODUCTION. Zoouoay, or the History of Animals, has been a task in all ages deemed worthy the consideration of the best and ablest philosophers, and many branches cf this useful history have been handed down to us from them in an elegant and instructive manner, showing us the beauty and wisdom of Providence and our great Creator in the formation of such an almost infinite variety of creatures, and raising our thoughts to the sublimest notions of that tremendous Being, whose almighty fiat gave them birth; at the same time teaching us to adore his bounty and goodness in making mankind their superior, and submitting them all to his use. The contemplation of God in his creatures sets us such a lesson of humility as ought to make the proud man blush, and humbly prostrate himself before the throne of that omnipotent invisible Deity, whose hand supports him in common with the brute creation. I could wish some abler pen had undertook the work now before me, but having examined most of the writers on these subjects, and finding in them either no account at all, or else a very imperfect and superficial one, which, for want of a due opportunity to examine the bird they were describing, they have generally taken up at random and upon credit, I thought it in some measure incumbent upon me to attempt a natural history of this kind, partly as having in my own house most of the sorts to be described, and partly to pro- voke other gentlemen, who have more skill and ability, to rescue this part of the history of animals from that obscurity it has so long labored under. In order therefore to render this treatise (which has been so long due from one part of my countrymen, I mean the naturalists, and so long desired by another), as complete as possible, I shall divide this book into two parts. In the first I shall treat of the method of keeping, breeding, and pre- serving of pigeons; and in the second I shall give an account of the different sorts, endeavoring to clear up all obscurities, and render the knowledge and distinction of the several species facile to all those who either do or may hereafter delight in the contemplation of this innocent part of the creation; that by comparing any bird with the character- istics here given, they may be able to determine not only the species itself, but to form a tolerable judgment whether it be of the better sort or not; and to this end I have not only examined those birds of each sort which I keep myself, but have had recourse to, and consulted most of the oldest and most experienced persons that kept pigeons and delighted in this fancy. But not to detain you any longer with the introduction, I shall, in the first place, give an account in what manner to build your loft. THE METHOD OF BUILDING A LOFT. A pigeon-loft ought to be built to the south or southwest, the sun lying warmest on them from those quarters; but if you have not that convenience, you may make a hole in the roof of your house, and there lay your platform, smaller or larger as you think proper. A carpenter that is used tosuch work will put youin a method, always remembering to erect proper works to keep off those tormentors of the gentlemen of the Fancy,—the cats, for in one night’s time they will make a very great havoc, and are generally observed to destroy those pigeons which you most value; so that ’tis better to be at some charge first, to prevent the incursions of such dangerous and fatal invaders, who seldom or never give any quarters. Let your loft be large enough to contain the number of pigeons you intend to keep, always allowing at least two holes or breeding places for every pair; for the more room they have, the more quiet they will sit, and breed the better. I once knew a gentleman who could not raise three young ones out of nine pair of breeding pigeons all the spring, and for above three months after, only by keeping them strait- ened in two narrow a compass; whereas, about the latter end of August, or beginning of September, he moved them into a larger loft, and the same pigeons bred well, even then, and through the most part of the winter. The reason of this inconvenience is this: salacious cocks will often be play- ing to and disturbing the others as they sit; and others who want room to sit will fight for nests, and by this means de- stroy both eggs and young ones. To make your breeding places, you may erect shelves of about fourteen inches broad, allowing eighteen inches be- twixt shelf and shelf, for otherwise your tall Pouters, by being forced to crouch for want of height, will get a habit of playing low, and spoil their carriage. In these shelves erect partitions at about the distance of three feet, fixing a blind by a board nailed against the front, on each side of every partition; by this means you will have two nests in the length of every three feet, and your pigeons will sit dark and private. You may, if you please, fix a partition between each nest, to prevent the young ones from running to the hen when sitting at the other end and cooling her eggs ; for in breeding time, when the young ones are about three weeks old, the hen, if a good breeder, will lay again, and leave the cock to take care of and bring up the young ones. (To be continued.) 328 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JoserpH M. WaADzr, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington, Q faced OURNAL AND Aj OULTRY (Fxcnancs, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum... . $2 50 Six Copies, one poale 12 00 Specimen Copies, by cai. 10 Per Annum to Canada...... 270 Per Annum to England, 3 54 ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set SOlid.........00c0e006 $1 20, displayed.... 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, os 1 page, 216 lines, solid.. «21 60, . (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Dear Sir: Having taken your valuable Journal for some time, I take the liberty of asking you if you could and would print the law of the State of New York in regard to Pigeons? What the penalties are for shooting a pigeon that is flying over one’s land—breaking into a coop and stealing in the night time, and trapping or catching pigeons, not to kill, but to keep? Can a person lawfully shoot a pigeon when it comes on his premises, if he keeps pigeons himself? Yours, &e., M. B. K. New York, May 14th, 1874. We should be pleased to hear from some of our readers who can give the desired information on the above ques- tion—probably Isaac Van Winkle will enlighten us. =o (For Fanciers’ Journal.) NOT ANY MORE FOR ME. I wAveE carefully read the articles relating to the new standard, and think most of the readers of the Journal will join me in saying ‘‘ not any more for me.”’ Space in your columns has been properly given them, with which I have no fault to find; but I regret much that in some cases a better spirit has not shown itself. We should never attempt to gain a point, unless we are convinced that it is worthy to be gained; then we should get on the right track and press forward. In case two parties were striving to reach opposite points—what would it profit them should their efforts be aimed at each other's destruction? I am aware that many arguments used in this ‘‘ Standard” con- troversy are well put, but many of them seem to be only intended for personal ‘‘hits.’” When we see faults in the standard, let us present them candidly, and try to rectify them in the best manner. We know that we have labored many years for the improvement of domestic poultry, and that our efforts have been crowned with success. I hope we may continue to work in harmony, and not check the pro- gress by quarrelling among ourselves. WESTMORELAND, May 11, 1874. J. Y. BIcKNELL. — (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PROLIFIC TURKEY HEN. J. M. Wank. Dear Sir: The weekly visits of the Fanciers’ Journal have come to be looked for with interest, the only fault found being that there is not enough of it. I wish, however, to speak of a remarkable instance of productiveness in a turkey which I have become cognizant of. A friend of mine, whose truthfulness I can vouch for, had a turkey hen which laid during the summer of 1873 about one hun- dred and twenty eggs, besides partly rearing a large brood which she hatched. The exact number of eggs laid cannot be stated. An account was kept of her eggs until she had laid ninety-six, after which she laid two sittings of about twelve or fifteen eggs each, though the exact number can- not be vouched for. She began laying early in the spring, and laid until quite late in the fall. She was part of a flock of ordinary black turkeys, but was of a different color, and rather below the usual size. Wild turkeys are quite abun- dant in the vicinity of the place where they were kept, and she is supposed to have been the product of a cross with the wild birds. L. Wright says, in regard to a similar statement of aturkey which laid ninety eggs, that he can scarcely credit it, but of the truth of the-above I am well satisfied. Respectfully yours, LEWwIsTown, Pa., May 5, 1874. J. L. H. ITeEms. Ba A prize of $125 is to be given for the best baby ex- hibited at the State fair in Manchester, N. H., next fall. ges> Maple sugar is so plenty in Vermont this season, that the girls are twenty per cent. sweeter than usual. ges The old gentleman who spent a fortune in endeay- oring to hatch colts from horse chestnuts, is now cultivating the egg plant with a view to raising chickens from it. ka A landlord who died a year ago in Richford, Vt., had owned a black-and-tan dog for eighteen years. During his master’s sickness the dog was shut up in a stable, where he whined and moaned pitifully. After the funeral the dog was liberated, and as soon as he found his master’s grave he lay down upon it and would not leave the spot for three weeks. He was carried home and kindly treated, but nothing would induce him to stand up, and he has not walked astep since. He seems to be slowly dying from grief. bes ScreNTIFIC DELEGATES.—Henry Phillips, Jr., Esq., Secretary of the Antiquarian and Numismatic Society of this city, and Dr. Joseph Leidy have been chosen for the sixth time as members of the International Congress of Anthro- pology and Archzology, which assembles in Stockholm in August next. There are only thirteen delegates from the United States. The Congress is under government patron- age of various nationalities, and the meetings are held annu- ally. Bae Suricipe—A Dog Warcurs nis Deap Mastrer.— The unusually quiet town of Dedham, Mass., was thrown into a state of excitement, recently, by the news that one of her most respected citizens, Edmund Thomes, Esq., had commited suicide. The facts in the case, as related, are these: After dinner, on Monday, accompanied by his dog, Mr. Thomes started out for a walk. Not returning at night, inquiries were made for him by his family, in a quiet way, but diligent search was not made until Tuesday, when his brother, John W. Thomes, Esq., sheriff of Norfolk county, in company with a Mr. Daggett, hearing that he had been seen going towards a piece of woods owned by the deceased in ‘‘Sandy Valley,” started out to see if they could findhim. After arriving at the edge of the lot they whistled, in hopes that the dog, if near, might answer. In this they were not disappointed, for as soon as they whistled the faithful animal began to bark. Going in the direction of the noise, the searchers soon came upon the lifeless body of the missing man. Upon acloser examination there was found a bullet wound near the right ear, and a revolver lying by the side of the body, with one chamber unloaded. From the situation it was evident that the deceased had fired the fatal shot while in a standing position, and fallen on his forehead, as his hat was crushed over his face. "When the hat was removed the poor dog licked the features of his master. 330 FANCIERS’ Sate Pet DeparTwent: 4a All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I, IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa, (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SKYE TERRIER ‘‘JACK.” FRRUIER SOU REAL. Mr. Jos. M. WADE. My Dear Srr: Iam pleased to learn that you like the dog so well. He is a general favorite, and in answer to your inquiries for more information about him, I would say that he is a thoroughbred, imported by Charles C. Spring, Esq., a gentleman of this city, and one of my personal friends; was sent from London by Mr. John Baker, and presented to me by Mr. Spring, He is considered the best ratter in this part of the State, and is now twenty-eight months old. I have many times been offered $50 for him; but aside from his being a gift, I would not part with him. He is probably better known in this city than any other dog. He is an attendant at church, parish meetings, city council, Masonic gatherings ; in fact, everywhere his master is, and when I go to Boston or Providence, he will get in the rear car, if I do not discover him in time to prevent it, and when we get out of the city a bit, he finds me. He is well known at every one of the four depots in this_city, and is a favorite wherever known. A. D. WARREN. WoRCESTER, Mass. DISEASES OF CANARIES. THE mortality which waits on Canaries from the moment they leave the shell, and even before they leave it, and which follows them so closely through life, but especially during the first few weeks of their existence, is one of the greatest causes of anxiety to the breeder. Under-the cheering and encouraging influences of early spring, when animal and vegetable existence alike seem to be rousing from the sleep of winter, and making active preparation for the business of the year, when everything is anxious for a fresh start in the race for life, and the chills and disappointments of by- gone days are forgotten in hopeful anticipations of the future, it is not to be wondered at that the oft-repeated occupation of castle building and counting one’s chickens JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. before they are hatched, should be indulged in, despite our experience of the fallacy of such a mode of procedure. When the breeder retires to his sanctwm sanctorwm, and seated on the orthodox chair—an inverted show cage—views his score or more pairs of strong, healthy birds, all busily engaged in setting their houses in order, is it to be wondered at that he casts an eye to his large empty flight cages, and pictures to himself the not-far-distant time when he may expect to see them filled; and as he watches the smoke from his post-prandial pipe curling gracefully upwards, can he be blamed if he indulges ina dream of something hazy and indistinct looming in the future, assuming the shape of freshly-moulted young birds, making his name famous, and rewarding him for months of patient care and attention to his well-selected stock? This is the view of matters in March or April, but August sees the flight cages almost empty, and disappointment written over everything. How to account for it, is the question. His twenty hens have laid, upon a moderate calculation, upwards of three hundred eggs. A reasonable percentage have been empty, a few young birds have died in the shell, but the remainder have been duly ushered into existence fine, healthy, lusty little “‘raw gobbies,’”” who were never tired of stretching their long necks and opening wide their red mouths to beg for food. Of these a large proportion never received a bite, but continued to beg most piteously till too weak even to raise their little heads in a mute appeal to their apparently unnatural mother. Perhaps paterfamilias, when he occa- sionally found the hen off the nest, would give them a mouthful on the sly, and it may be that the anxious breeder himself went the round of his cages as often as opportunity permitted, doing what he could with a bit of stick, and a little moistened yolk of hard-boiled egg, screwing up his mouth, and manufacturing most affectionate and enticing little squeaks to induce some half-starved morsel of skin and bone to consent to be fed. But it was only to put off the evil day. The end of such neglected nests must come, and come it does. Another portion would go on famously for five or six days, both parents being most assiduous in their attention, but at the end of that time, nest after nest of young ones as fat as moles would die from no neglect of their parents, but appar- ently killed by kindness. From six days to a fortnight old no young bird seemed free from the attack of some insidious enemy, and only a very few ultimately found their way into the roomy flight prepared with such careful hands in the early spring. Once there, and able to shift for themselves, surely all danger is past! But no, they still die, and anxious inqui- rers write to know the reason why, and to ask, is it possi- ble to avert the fate of these last, the small results of a season’s breeding. I can only say what Ido myself. When I find a young bird mopes, and sits with his head under his wing, and his feathers turned the wrong way, I blow the feathers from the breast. So long as that remains plump and round, I leave Nature to work out her own cure; but if the breast bone begins to show a sharp edge, and there is a falling away of flesh, I discharge the contents of the bow- els, by giving two or three good drops of castor oil, which operates quickly, and in the majority of instances the sick birds recover. As a precautionary measure, give as little soft food as possible, but grind or crush some white seed, and make them eat that, or nothing.—W. A. BLaxstTon, in Journal of Horticulture. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 331 RABBITS OF 1873. Lops have advanced considerably in perfection and favor. Instead of the thin lanky rabbit, which for length of ear alone, held the highest honors at an exhibition, we now have length of ears combined with all the other properties. Take for example the handsome black and white buck of Mr. James Cranch, of London, which is undoubtedly the finest lop ever bred, uniting as he does, extraordinary length of ear with the proper marking of a jet black shade, and large size. I only set forth this rabbit as an example, for there are now nearly a score of lops whose ears measure twenty-three inches long, possessing the other properties in equal superiority. Silver Grays have made themselves more prominent ; in- deed they have excelled some old standing favorites. The desirable chinchilla shade of the fur is now very nearly approached by English-bred specimens. The most conspic- uous fanciers of this breed who have exhibited successfully, are Messrs. A. H. Hasten, Hull; S. Ball, Bradford; and J. Boyle, Jr., Blackburn. Himalayan have been well upheld at all the shows of the season. The blackness of the points, so necessary in an exhibition rabbit of this variety, have been often shown to perfection. The principal breeders of prize winners, are Messrs. B.S. Rothwell, 8. Ball, J. W. Harling, Burnley; H. White, Rochdale; W. H. Tomlinson, Newark; and G. T. Hutton, Bradford. Angoras have hardly kept pace with some of the newer introductions, still they have certainly improved. Seldom is that straight, clodded wool seen; the more silky texture of the fur has long displaced it. Angoras have many sup- porters, whose names are already familiar ;‘ amongst others, L may mention W. Whitworth, Jr., Manchester; and G. S. Hutton, Bradford. Dutch have now become general favorites. At nearly all the leading shows the Dutch have had a class to themselves, and even where they have not, have generally carried off the majority of the prizes in the class they competed in. The new style of marking has become general; in fact, the old has almost disappeared from the show pen. This new marking may be handsome, yet I think its precedent far handsomer, and hope that with the new season, it will re- turn to its previous estimation. The breeders of this novel variety, who have more or less distinguished themselves by their rabbits, are Messrs. J. Boyle, Jr.; J. Mason, Hull; and W. Whitworth, Jr. Belgian Hares are rapidly gaining favor, chiefly on account of their size, and partly by the unceasing endeay- ors of some fanciers to establish them in this country. Three shows have already given a separate class to them—viz: Boston, Edinburgh, and the Crystal Palace, which have always been well filled with good specimens. To enumer- ate the many fanciers who have given this breed their attention, would be very difficult; I can only name a few of them. Messrs. W. Whitworth, Jr.; J. Boyle, Jr.; W. Massey, Spalding; and Messrs. G. P. & R. Hackett, Lon- don, have had perhaps the lion’s share. Patagonians have, I regret to say, been much neglected for their rival, the Belgian Hare. I will not here attempt to discuss the merits of this breed, but simply state that it is deserving of more patronage than it at present receives. White Patagonians are now to be found in England. Of the other varieties I have little to say. The Siberian has slowly advanced, but certainly not to the extent it should. Polish have almost disappeared. The new introduction, Flemish Giant, has scarcely been noticed, which, considering its immense size, is to be re- gretted. The longest eared rabbit yet bred is Mr. J. Cranch’s; its ears measure 24 inches; the widest eared, Mr. G. Phelps’, measuring 6} inches. The heaviest rabbit of the season was fed by Mr. W. Canner, of Leicester, and weighed 17 pounds and 6 ounces.; this was run very closely by Mr. T. Davis, of Southwell, with his 17 pound 4 ounce lop doe.—A Ras- BIT FANCIER, in Journal of Horticulture. WE solicit articles for this Department from any of our readers who feel interested. pes It is stated that on Sunday last there were not less than one hundred and fifty thousand barrels of scup in Rhode Island waters. BG@> ‘Have you seen my black-faced antelope ?’’ inquired Mr. Leoscope, who had a collection of animals, of his friend Bottlejack. ‘No, I haven’t. Whom did your black- faced aunt elope with ?’’ POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. New England Poultry Club. Worcester, Mass., December 1, 2,8, and 4, 1874. G. H. Estabrook, Secretary. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8, 9,10, and 11. Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, Sec’y. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 13, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. ExcHANcEs. 4igy- ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Frye Linus, or Forty- EIGHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 20 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WILL EXCHANGE —One trio White Cochins or Black Russians, at $15 per trio, for cash or Guinea Pigs, or Gray Call Ducks, or choice Pigeons, at cash prices. W. H. BRACKETT, Boston, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE—Three pairs first-class Fancy Pigeons (Hel- mets, Shields, Archangels), for one pair Blue or Chequered Antwerps, Carriers. Must be good birds. WM. McFEETERS, Green Island, Albany Co., N. Y. FOR EXCHANGE —Trios of first-class Partridge Cochins (Wil- liams and Herstine strains) for Brown Leghorns or Bantams. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Erie, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE—White Leghorn Eggs for Eggs from good American Dominiques. Good stock wanted. Address J. H. MORRISON, Marlow, N. H. WILL EXCHANGE for Buff Cochins, several varieties of Fowls, Pigeons, Wright’s Ill. Book of Poultry, &e. What offers? EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. WANTED TO EXCHANGE-—Pure-bred Fowls or English Coach Dog for a light pocket Revolver (seven shooter), with genuine silver mounting. J. A. EARLY, Box 312, Youngstown, Ohio. WANTED —One W. Cochin Hen and one D. Brahma Hen for G. S. Hamburgs, G. Dorkings, Black Carriers, or Tumbler Pigeons. H. BOWERS, 123 Philip Street, Albany, N. Y. GOLDEN SPANGLED HAMBURGS—One trio, won first and special at N. H. Exhibition, will exchange for a good trio of either Brown Red, Ginger Red, Gray, Pile, or Duckwing Games. ANDREW J. TUCK, Box 602, Nashua, N. H. MICROSCOPE, purchased of McAllister, Philadelphia (cost $20), in exchange for pair of D. Brahmas or Eggs, or Ducks or Eggs, at half its cost. Pay express charges on both. W. T. COPES, Locustville, Accomac Co., Va. TO EXCHANGE —Light Brahma Eggs, from fine strains, for White Cochin, Butf Cochin, White Leghorn, Dominique, Black Ham- burg, and S. S. Hamburg Eggs. Address BACON & SPINNING, Riverside Station, Conn. WILL EXCHANGE—One Light Brahma Cockerel, very fine bird, from Philander Williams’ very best stock, and eight Light Brahma Pullets, from Emory Carpenter's and A, D. Colegrove’s stock, weighing from 7 to 9 pounds, for Dark Brahmas, with or without cockerel. C. G. SANFORD, 458 Friendship Street, Providence, R. I. LAWN MOWER, in good order, to exchange for other property. What offers? 508. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. WILL EXCHANG E—For Brown Leghorns or Golden and Silver Spangled Hamburgs, a Bickford Knitting Machine, a Breech-loading Rifle, a good Morton Gold Pen and Holder, with Pencil. Fowls must be first-class. Address GEORGE W. PHILLIPPO, Onarga, Ill. I WILL EXCHANGE —0One trio B. B. Red Game Bantams for White Leghorns. Must be first-class; Bantams are same. W.F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass, 332 AYLESBURY DUCK EGGS, $3 per dozen; Partridge Cochin Eges, $2 per dozen. Both from very choice stock. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. : aa iy A, & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. “SEND FOR PRINTED PEDIGREE of my Brown Leghorns from which I am selling Eggs at $3 per dozen, and guaranteeing satisfac- tion. T. H. WALTON, Box 130, Doylestown, Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. _A SPLENDID CHANCE FOR A FORTUNE.—The under- signed, in consequence of ill-health, is reluctantly compelled to offer for sale, his business in Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa., consisting of a BIRD, FLOWER, AND SEED STORE, with POULTRY YARD AND PIGEON LOFTS. New Poultry House and Pigeon Lofts have been recently built and stocked at considerable expense. There is an A-1 trade firmly estab- lished, and paying handsomely. Only business of the kind in the coun- try. Tor full particulars address as above. EBEN P, DAY. ASHBY NEST EGGS (wooden), cheaper and _ better every way than porcelain. 40 cents per dozen; 0 per 100. Price to dealers on application. Delivered free at express Fitebburg, Mass. ‘A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS, $2 per dozen. From first prize stock at great New England Fair. Young birds after September Ist. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. BUFF COCHINS.—My entire stock for sale. Any party desirous of purchasing breeding stock, second to none, would do well to address the undersigned. E GEO. L. WILLIAMS, 57 Exchange Street, Buffalo, N. Y. HAMBURGS, BANTAMS, IMPORTED STOCK. EGGS, PER DOZ. EGGS, PER DOZ, Golden Spangled. .. $4 00 | Golden Laced Sebrights........ $4 00 Silver Spangled ..... 4 00 | Silver Laced Sebrights.... 6 00 GEORGE F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. WAN'TED—A second-hand copy of Tegetmier’s Pigeon Book, either in pamphlets or bound. Will pay cash or Fancy Pigeons. : Address G. H. SPEAR, 528 Case Street, Milwaukee, Wis. BURNHAM’S HEN FEVER.—Wanted, a copy of the Fifth Edition of the above work. Give price and condition. Address K. R. G., Care of JOS. Me WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR 15 CENTS you can secure the best Descriptive Catalogue on Poultry ever issued. It is handsomely illustrated, and contains a num- ber of valuable hints relative to the care of Poultry; also a description of many of the Diseases of Fowls and their remedies. It is worth ten times its cost to every person keeping chickens. Address WM. P. AT- KINSON, Erie, Pa. He also has Eggs for sale from his choice stock of Dark and Light Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, Brown and White Leghorns, White and Golden Polands, Golden and Silver Hamburgs, Houdans, Golden Sebright Bantams, Black African Bantams, and Eng- lish Bantams. All Eggs warranted. Prices reasonable. A few choice Fowls for sale. All Poultry Periodicals and Books given to purchasers as premiums. FOR SALE-—Three trios first-class Partridge Cochins, No.1 birds (Herstine and Williams strains). Will be sold low. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Erie, Pa. A RARE CHANCE to buy a pure-bred Houdan Cock, weighs 614 pounds, also a very choice Light Brahma Cock, one of Squire’s birds. rice, $5 each. Address * ‘ F. A. M. E. BROOKS, Sinnemahoning, Cameron Co., Pa. ANGORA RABBITS—From imported stock, two months old, at $4.50 per pair. W. F. HALLOCK, Mattituck, Suffolk Co., N. Y. BANTAMS.—Finding it necessary to reduce my stock, I offer my entire breeding stock of Silver Sebright Bantams, all of which are prize- winning birds—One at Boston, 1873; one at Boston, 1874; one at Port- land, 1874; one at Salem, 1874. Address T. O. WARDWELL, North Andover, Mass. EGGS FOR HATCHING. I will safely pack and deliver Eggs at express office, after the 15th day of May, 1874, from my imported and home-bred Dark Brahmas and Par- tridge Cochins, at $2.50 per sittings (18 Eggs), or two sittings for $4, which is one-half less in price than I have been selling them at this spring. Please to inclose stamp for circular. Orders to receive prompt attention should be accompanied with the cash. Can generally furnish Eggs at short notice. Address EGGS! EGGS!!! EGGS !!]—WHITE-FACED BLACK SRANISH A SPECIALTY. Black Spanish Cock “MOHAWK,” with pure white face, mated with teu very fine Pullets, selected from my stock which took first premium at the Central N. Y. Poultry Exhibition, Utica, Jan., 1874. Also, Chicks from my stock which took first, second, and special premiums at same time. WHITE LEGHORN COCK “ONEIDA,” mated with six choice Hens and Pullets (direct from the yard of J. Boardman Smith). SILVER-SPANGLED HAMBURGS with WHITE EARLOBES, good wing-bars, and beautifully marked. All choice birds. Eggs for hatching, $3 per dozen. Young fowls for sale after Sept. 1st. Address 8S. P. HALLECK, Oriskany, N. Y. “PURE WHITE GUINEAS for sale cheap. Address, with stamp, C. H. FRY, Box 364, York, Pa. T. S. COOPER, Linden Shore, Coopersburg, Pa. FOR SALE.—for want of room, I will sell as follows: six Buff Cochin Hens and one Cock, price, $30; twelve Dark Brahma Hens and one Cockerel, price, $75; or will exchange for White or Brown Leghorns, as good as those I send, The above stock is first-class, and I am willing to have them returned to me if they are not. Address Lock Box 30, Providence, R. I. BANTAMS.—Finding it necessary to reduce my stock, I offer for sale the following imported and premium birds: One trio Black Red Game Bantams, imported by me, May, 1873. Chicks 1st premium, Worcester, 2d at Boston, 1874. One trio Silver D.W. Game Bantam Fowls, 1st, Boston, 1874. ‘ « ‘ i « « ‘ “ “ od “i Cock imported 1873. Chicks, Ist, Worcester and Boston, 1874. Brown Red ss sf “1st, Boston, 1874. Irish Grey as © “ “1st, Worcester and Boston, 1874. Red Pile My “Fowls, 1st, Boston, 1874. _Imported,’73 pair Black uy «One pair White ditto. trio “ Rose Comp. 6 es ay Boston, 1874, Hens import’d. ¢ ‘ 3 « « “ “ « “ “ “ «“ « “ “ Yellow “ «“ i “ “ « “ “ « “ “ « “ “ “ “ Re eatiey isis se “ Chicks,3d?« , od, « «“ “ « “ “ « “ th W. B. ATKINSON, P. 0. Box 530, Boston, Mass. GERMAN CANARIES AND TALKING PARROTS.— Just received a fresh lot of Sweet-singing German Canaries and Talking Parrots. Also, Gilt Cages. Birds can be shipped any distance by express. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. FANCIERS’ GAZETTE, A BREEDERS’ AND EXHIBITORS’ JOURNAL, EDITED BY L. WRIGHT, And published weekly, by the Messrs, CASSELL, PETTER & GALPIN, Lonpon, ENGLAND. &a@- Having a desire to place before our readers everything that willin- terest and instruct the fancier, we have accepted the Agency for the above paper in this country. SPECIMEN COPIES will be promptly mailed on receipt of TEN cents and stamp. Subscription per annum, $4.00, postpaid, if mailed from publication office; if from this office, the subscriber will pay American postage, which is TWENTY cents per annum, payable quarterly, in ad- vance, at the receiving office. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. WRIGHT’S PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER.—The best book on this subject for the money ever published. Price, $2.00, free by mail. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia, Pa. TUMBLER PIGEONS.—100 pairs Tumbler Pigeons at $2 per pair. 50 pairs Inside Tumblers, $4 to $10 per pair. Also, Fantails, Tur- bits, Owls, Barbs, Nuns, and other varieties. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. SILVER PENCILED HAMBURGS.—Ten superior, finely marked Pullets, mated with imported cock from Henry Beldon (im- ported by Wm. Simpson, Jr). Eggs $3 per dozen, securely packed. Men- tion “ Fanciers’ Journal.” Chicks for sale in the fall. F. A. BELKNAP, Barton, Vt. COCHINS—BUFF, PARTRIDGE, WHITE.—Eggs from cup and prize birds, imported this year from the most celebrated and fashionable strains in England. My Cochins have won four silver cups and seventeen other prizes at the principal shows in Great Britain. Every egg warranted from a cup or prize bird. Send for Circular. Dr. MUNROE, Pultneyville, N. Y. JOHN PARKER, 502 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, Pa., keeps on hand a large assortment of Fancy Pigeons. Birds of all varieties. Cages of all kinds and prices. Also, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, and Small Pets of all varieties. The largest collection in this city. Orders by mail promptly attended to. EGGS FROM FIRST-CLASS STOCK. Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s)............ Dark Brahmas (Squire and others) Dominiques (Bicknell) ... 3 00 Eggs, per sitting of 13, warranted fresh and true to name, and safe arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address Cc. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. $3.00 per dozen. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS. : Two dozen, either or B. BREASTED RED GAME EGGS, ) both kinds, $5.00. THERE IS NO BETTER STOCK IN THE COUNTRY. I sell Eggs from my own strains which haye WON PREMIUMS FOR SEVEN YEARS PAST, Price List, practical hints, &c., FREE. J. Y. BICKNELL, Westmoreland, Oneida Co., N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 333 BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl ie : The Poultry Book The Pigeon Book Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). Domestic Poultry (Saunders) American Bird Fancier. Rabbit Fancier (Bemen Variation ofAnimals and P’ i , 2 vis. The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, each on (Tegetmeir)... Paper, 40c., Cloth, Address of price. THE POULTRY REVIEW, PIGEON AND RABBIT STANDARD, AND CAGE-BIRD GAZETTE. The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Published weekly. Price, 3d, Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, J. W, Ludlow, and C. E. Brittan, in a superior style, with portraits of: the most celebrated specimens of all varieties, It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding. Post free to America 1 year, $4.20; 6 months, $2.20- Address JAS. LONG, No. 12 Crane Court, Fleet St., London, E. C., Eng. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany atl. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. GEORGE C. PEASE, dealer in SONG AND ORNAMENTAL BIRDS, Fancy Pigeons, Fowls, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Gold Fish, Aqua- riums, Plain and Fancy Bird Cages, &c., &c. On hand a choice lot of Tumbler and Fantail Pigeons, for sale cheap. Address GEO. C. PEASE, 200 North Fifth St., Reading, Pa. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Having set all the Dark Brahma eggs I wish, I can furnish from the Oak Lane Poultry Yards, a few sittings of my choicest selections from first-class stock at the reduced price of $3 per sitting of 13 eggs. Would EXCHANGE Eggs and two Dark Brahma Roosters, $5 each, for Merchandise. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. FANCY PIGEONS, in great variety, at reasonable prices. White Fantails a specialty, $4.00 per pair. Address J. H. KRAFT & CO., New Albany, Ind. Cc. G. SANFORD, 458 Friendship Street., Providence, R. I., breeds Light and Dark Brahmas. My fowls are from Philander Williams’ and Emory Carpenter’s very best stock, and were awarded two premiums at the Show in Providence, R.I., March 4th. 5th, and 6th, 1874. Eggs for hatching, $2.50 per sitting. FOR SALE —To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, price $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silver Penciled Ham- urgs, choice birds, price $5. Warranted pure. C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETS. Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on short notice and true to life, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, BAY EYES, FOR SALE, I can spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 13. I keep no other breed. Shall have a few ‘chicks to spare next fall. C. F. PERRY, Cuba, N. Y. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS A SPECIALTY.— Eggs from my thoroughbred Partridge and Buff Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, ©. 0. D. Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. DARK BRAHMAS ONLY.—Having retired from the firm of Goodale & Higgins, I shall henceforth breed none but Dark Brahmas. I take with me the entire stock of this variety from the Washtenaw Poultry Yards. I have six pens of high character, among them winners at Buffalo, Hartford, and Boston, 1874. Price List free. — . C. HIGGINS, Delhi Mills, Michigan, May 7, 1874, UNADILLA Forks, OTSEGO Co., N. Y., March 81, 1874. T have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Game Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. I shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, 8. 8. Hamburgs, Golden S. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. a The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked for furnishing, ¢ in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with hen to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &c. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. THE FANCIERS’ JOURNAL for one year presented to all who purchase eggs from the following premium strains to the amount of $15 or more: Golden Spangled Hamburgs, Ongley Strain.. Silver fe 3 . Bee $5 00 per doz. 5 00 a Am. Dominique, W. H. Lockwood ee 3 00 se Brown Leghorns, W. E. Bonney i 3 00 White Leghorns, J. B. Smith ss 3 00 i Address GEO. W. WOOD, Ithaca, N. Y. GRAY DORKINGS.—Two trios, at $10 per trio; also, one cock and four hens for $15. These are good birds, and very cheap. Address Dorking, care of this office. Hi. A. NEITZ, Millersburg, Pa., will sell three Houdan Pullets reasonable. Eggs from Light Brahmas, Williams strain, which took pre- mium, and Houdans, $3 for 13, each kind. FOR SALE.—Ffour Buff Cochin Cockerels, from Warner & Allen’s stock, price, $5 to $10. Eggs, $3 for thirteen, packed and delivered to ex- press. Also, one trio, price $15, will exchange for Houdans or Dorkies, first-class; weight of cockerel, 9 to 11 lbs. Address J. B. HALE, Rowley, Essex Co., Mass. CASCADILLA POULTRY YARDS, ITHACA, N. Y., C. V. FOWLES, PROPRIETOR. Breeder and Dealer in the following Breeds: B. B. R. GAMES, HOUDANS, W. C. W. POLISH, WHITE LEGHORNS. EGGS, $3 PER 13. Fowls for sale after September 1st. To persons sending me $12 for four sittings of Eggs, I will send the Fanciers’ Journal for one year. To persons sending $6 for two sittings, I will send the Standard of Ex- cellence, as revised at Buffalo. PURE BRED STOCK, AND WHERE TO GET THEM! RIVERSIDE STOCK AND POULTRY YARDS. WM. WRIGHT, anv S. BUTTERFIELD, Proprietors. We shall sell a limited number of sittings of Eggs, at $5 per sitting, from Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins. Our Light Brah- mas are Williams’ strain, pure. Yard No, 1—Cock Young Alexis, is mated with six prize Hens, allstandard birds, and winners at Detroit and Buftalo Show. Yard No.2—Cock Duke of Essex is also mated with standard birds, among them are the winners of 1st, at Detroit, for Chicks of 1873. Yard No. 3—Dark Brahmas; are our own direct importation of 1873, and are first-class birds of high merit. and we can safely recommend them to the fancier. Yard No, 4—BuffCochins, imported from England, from Rey. Mr. Brooks’ and Taylor’s strains, and selected by our Mr. B. for breeding pur- poses. Yard No. Selinported Partridge Cochins; are standard birds, and mated with great care for breeding. We also make the importing and breeding of Lincoln and Cotswold Sheep, Suffolk, Essex, and Berkshire Pigs a specialty. Mr.S. Butterfield being personally acquainted with all the leading breeders in England, will leave on or about the middle of June to make a selection from the best pens of premium birds at the various shows in 1874. Any orders entrusted to him will be executed according to instructions, on commission or otherwise. All communica- tions addressed with stamp, to WM. WRIGHT, Griswold St., Detroit, Mich Or Riverside Stock Farm, Sandwich, Ontario, Canada. 334 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. EGGS, PER SITTING.—Ginger Red Game, Cryer strain, #4; White-faced Spanish, Cryer strain, $3; Penciled Silver Hamburg, Cryer strain, $2. Trios, pairs, or single birds of the above for sale, at Grange Yards, Duffields, West Virginia, by V. M. FIROR. THOROUGH-BRED POULTRY.—The subseriber offers Eggs from Light Brahmas, Buff and White Cochins, Brown Leghorns, and Plymouth Rocks, at $3 per sitting. The above fowls have received the leading premiums at first-class shows, thus characterizing them as birds of the highest merit. MARK PITMAN, North Beverly, and 22 School St., Boston, Mass, BREEDERS’ AND GROWERS’ DIRECTORY. The most complete Directory of Breeders and Growers of every class ever published in this country, to be issued this season. For inftorma- tion, address early, T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn, Send 10 cents for sample of Poultry Journal, &c. “ORDER FROM HEADQUARTERS.” THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, As adopted at Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1874, by the AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION, And published by them. Price, $1 per copy- At wholesale in lots not less than 10 copies, 25 per cent. olf. For larger lots and special rates, send for Price Card. EDMUND 8S. RALPH, See’y, Buffalo, N. Y. LIGHT BRAHMAS. FOR SALE.— ONE YARD (EIGHT HENS AND COCK), Pe COMPOSED OF “ WILLIAMS,’ =: “COMEY’S,” AND “STURTEVANT’S” STRAINS, LIVE AND LET LIVE !—I will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B, R.Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &e. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARDS. Specialties for 1874 i i 1 Brown Leghorns, Crevecceurs, and Silkies, Equal to any in America, EGGS IN SEASON. VERY FINE. If. K. OSBORN, Cambridgeport, Mass. STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 43° THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE -@a AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION 7 AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1,00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS FROM PRIZE POULTRY.—C. W. CHAMBERLAIN, Arlington, Mass., will have Eggs to dispose of at $3 per dozen, from his Dark Brahmas, Lady Guyder, Herstine, and Black Prince strains. They were awarded 2d for fowls, and 2d and 4th for Chicks, at the Maine Poultry Exhibition in 1874. WHITE-FACED BLACK SPANISH.—1st, 2d, and 3d prize and Silver Cup at the Connecticut State Poultry Exhibi- tion, December, 1873, and 1st at Boston, 1874. SILVER-LACED SE- BRIGHT BANTAMS, small and well-laced. 1st at New England Poul- try Show, 1874. Address Address Send green stamp for } ——. Illustrated Ginculas ss ——— =a aan A.M. HALSTED, ~ The cock “John Bull” won first at two shows in England, and first and special at Buffalo, N. Y. Also, I was awarded first and special for best hen at Buf- falo, and in trio have won at Massachusetts, first on Fowls and first on Chicks; at Rhode Island, first on Fowls; at N. H., first on Fowls and first on Chicks, and special for best Fowls and Chicks; at Nashua, first on Fowls and first on Chicks. Eggs, $10 per dozen. SILVER PENCILED.— Received from Henry Beldon, March 27th, per “‘ Republic,” a trio of extra fine Silver Penciled, fully equal to my Golden Penciled; as good as any in America. A few dozen Eggs will be sold for $10 perdozen. GOLDEN SPANGLED, Ongley’s strain. Won at N.E., third; at N. H., first and special for best trio; at Nashua, first. Eggs, $5 per dozen. Trio, $25. BLACK, from Cutter’s and Shedd’s stocks. Won first at N. H. and first at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. Trio, $15. SILVER-SPANGLED.—Won third at N.E., second at N. H., first and second at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen, I can also furnish fresh eggs from other first premium varieties, at the annexed prices: Light and Dark Brahmas, White and Buff Cochins, White Leghorns, Plymouth Rocks, Dominiques, each, $3 per dozen; Houdans, Black Spanish, $2.50; Bronze Turkeys, $5; Black-breasted Red, Blue Red, Red Pyle, and White Georgian Game, $5. Everything war- ranted as represented. Cash must accompany orders. Nothing C. O. D. ANDREW J. TUCK, Box 602, Nashua, N. H. FANCY PIGEONS, Owls, Turbits, Jacobins, Magpies, Nuns, Tumblers, Plain and Starling Quakers, all fine birds. I want White and Blue Jacobins. Address, with stamp, D. FRANK ELLIS, Cambridge, Mass. LUI EL IH I ENON! IG AU TG VE Dole COS, EDITED BY KENEGY & WOLFF, POLO, ILLINOIS, Is one of the best Illustrated Monthly Magazines published in the Great West, and will be fully up to the times in all matters pertaining to the Poultry Interest. BREEDERS AND FANCIERS Will do well to advertise in the “ARGUS.” advertising rates moderate. SUBSCRIPTION, $1.00 A YEAR. Its circulation is large and Send 10 cents for a Specimen Copy. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few sittings of Pggs, M. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. PARTRIDGE COCHINS.—Light trios for sale, good, at Reserve Township Poultry Yards. Address G. W. EVANS, Reserve Township, Alleghany City, Pa. WHITE AND PARTRIDGE COCHIN EGGS, from John J. Berry’s stock, $4.00 per 18. White Crested White Polish, from I. T. Sperry’s stock, Eggs, $4.00 per sitting of 13. Black Leghorns, from Reed Watson’s stock, $4.00 per sitting of 18. Dark Brahmas and White-Faced Black Spanish, very fine, Eggs, $3.00 per 18. Buff Cochins, fine stock Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. and filled in rotation. ment. A very limited number of orders will be booked All eggs securely packed and fresh at time of ship- J. C. FULLER, Vineland, N. J. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. = SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” Eggs $6 per dozen. WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. ““BRAHMA FOWL.”’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. G. M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. ; BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 per doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $8 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game Bantam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. 1st. 8S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. BROWN LEGHORNS, BRED FROM STOCK IMPORTED PER BARK ASA FITCH. EGGS, Carefully packed, at $3 per dozen. J. B. VANDERWATER, Box 960, Middletown, Conn. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 335 Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. ggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for Price List. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—From P. Cochins, Buffs, and Dark Brahmas. A 1 stock. Pedigree given. Orders filled immediately. $3 to #4 per sitting. Carefully packed for any distance. DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn, ONE PAIR WHITE DUTCHIES, WELL BOOTED. Price, $8.00. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. EGGS! C.0.D. C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N, Ninth St., Philadelphia. W. H. TODD, VERMILION, OHIO.—High-class Poultry; Asia- tics a grand specialty. Over thirty varieties of Land and Water Fowls— winners of 854 prizes at great State and Poultry Shows in three years. Fowls to spare and Eggs for Hatching. Price List free, New Catalogue, large amateplendidl describing forty breeds, with large life-like cuts of all the Brahmas and Cochins, and eighteen varieties of Land and Water Fowls, giving much valuable information, for 10 cents. THE *“ POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Eggs from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards, Send for new illustrated circular. Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, . . . . . $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 3.00 ¢ White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 ns Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 Se Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.0.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, ‘ BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. Birds for sale after Sept. 1st. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. FOWLS, EGGS, PIGEONS, SONG BIRDS AND RABBITS. Send for Price List to LITTLEMAN, Springfield, Ohio, CREVECCURS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for hatch- ing, from my premium birds, $3 per doz., carefully packed. No Circulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire St., P.O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. Address CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK FARM, EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke Stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of Fowls at reasonable prices. Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, White Leghorns. Eggs for Hatching: Asiatics $5, and White Leghorns $3 per sitting. Blooded Horses and Alderney Cattle. T. L. McKEEN, EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Light Brahmas from the following ens: Duke of Grand Street, weight 15 pounds; Hen’s weight 11 and 12 bs. each. Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. regs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stoc Eggs, $5.00 per dozen. White Crested White Polands, White Crested Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stock, carefully selected by myself at the various Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.0.D. All orders filled in rotation. EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY.—A few pairs of superior Black and and Red Carrier Pigeons for sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, $4. Bronze Turkeys, $5. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury Ducks, $8. At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1873, I was awarded first pre- mium aud two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark ae, second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze urkeys. DARK BRAHMAS AND WHITE LEGHORNS A SPECIALTY .—Dark Brahma Eggs at $3 per dozen. White Leghorn Eggs, fram premium stock, $2.50 per dozen. Reuen Duck Eggs, $2.50 per dozen. One Crevecceur Cockerel for sale, price $5. ABRAHAM S, BEEKMAN, South Branch, Somerset Co., N. J. CHESTER WHITE BOAR for sale low, thoroughbred. Also, Rouen Ducks, Duckwing Game Bantams, White Guinea Fowls, and Rabbits. Address JOHN THOMSON, JR., Shoemakertown, Montgomery,Co., Pa. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A, MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. Address ELECTROTY PES OF ANY CUTS APPEARING IN THIS JOURNAL FOR SALE, AT REASONABLE PRICES. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia. MOCKING-BIRD TO EXCHANGE for Brown Leghorn Pul- lets. Also, 20,000 live Trout for sale. Eggs—Light Brahmas, Houdans, White Cochins, $1.50 per doz. Live Mink for Breeding. Partner wanted. SPRING GROVE TROUT WORKS, Ossipee, N. H. EGGS FOR SALE.—From all the principal varieties of Fowls, especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams. Rev. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. WHITE SWANS.—Just imported from Europe, and arrived in fine condition. Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare and choice birds, to arrive in three weeks. Now booking orders. Price, $35 per pair. LEWIS RUHE. 98 Chatham St., New York. WHITE LEGHORNS | Se er A SPECIALTY. FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, EGGS NOW READY AT $3 PER DOZEN. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. PLYMOUTH ROCK EGGS From First Premium Fowls, AT TWO DOLLARS PER SITTING. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN: PAUS HG MES E. R. HAYWARD, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. EASTON, MASS. EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Buff Cochins. Black Red Game Bantams. Golden Sebrights. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. HOMING ANTWERPS.— Young birds from my stock, im- orted, and warranted genuine Homing Birds. Now booking orders. Price; $10 and $15 per pair. D. PORTER, 251 N. Pearl St., Albany, N. Y. 336 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Belgian Canary. $1.00. - Aylesbury Ducks. $3.00. Eggs. 76 cts. Sebright. 76 cts. White Leghorn Cock. $3.00. ELECTROTYPES OF THE ABOVE CUTS FOR SALE, AT PRICES ANNEXED, PRE-PAID BY MATL, -VANCIERS’ JOURNAL | (481 AND F363 BIRD POULTRY EXCHANGE. Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, MAY 28, 1874. No. 22. PEKIN DUCKS. (See PouttRY DEPARTMENT.) A NATIONAL POULTRY STANDARD. “And no discerner Durst wag his tongue in censure.” EpItoR FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. . I have received a number of letters from different parts of the country, desiring me to express my views about the “American Poultry Standard,” as adopted at Buffalo last December, as well as the modus operandi of its getting up. Having written so much on this standard business, I had supposed the poultry people had become familiar with my views, and for this reason I have purposely remained quiet. I rather preferred to watch the current of opinion, and see be received by the poultry fanciers of the country. And I must confess I have not been disappointed in my expectations. Knowing as well as I do that this Association is composed of some of the most intelligent and respectable fanciers, I am the more surprised at the result of their labors, and can account for the inaccuracies and incompleteness of their standard only by the hastiness of their action, or that some of the committees appointed were inadequate to the perform- ance of the work assigned to them. This is the only way I can look at the matter; and feel bound to condemn in the severest terms the unwarranted assertion that this standard was got up to suit the parties in interest. There surely was how the actions of the American Poultry Association would—-no-neeessity for anorsenizedesasiety to undertake this work, JAN 2 4 9001 } LIBRARIES — 338 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. nor was it the proper or most feasible plan to make a ‘ Nation- al Standard.”? The moment astandard becomes the act of any particular society or association it is local and not general or universal in its character, and is binding only on the organ- ization from which it emanates, and the moment it attempts to stretch its authority over other bodies or individuals it usurps power. In this country the people are the source of power or sovereign. It is the people in general convention assembled, or by their delegates, that legitimate power orig- inates. It is this agency which frames and changes our constitutions. Itis the foundation of our fundamental codes. It is this that gives them existence, vitality and nationality. “This is true liberty, where free-born men Having to advise the public may speak free, Which he who can, and will, deserves high praise: Who neither can nor will may hold his peace. What can be juster in a state than this?” A general convention of the poultry men of this country is the only legitimate body to erect a national standard and whatever emanates from such a body must be recognized as authority throughout the whole country, and binding on all, since it may be called the work of each man individually by his representatives. Therefore I say it is no one’s busi- ness but their own, if a number of gentleman choose to as- semble and organize themselves into an association and to call it by whatever name they please, no matter how inap- propriate the name may be, to designate the character of the association. Now, is it anybody’s business but their own if they see fit to make a standard for their own use, and cau- tion people that it is their ‘‘ exclusive property,’’ and place what price upon it they please. Those that are not mem- bers of the association are not obliged to purchase it and they have no right to complain of its price or the manner of its getting up. It is of no use to parties outside of the organizations, since it is no authority for them, nor is it binding upon them. Being the private property of the association it is of no efficiency beyond its own walls. It is local—not national. But when any local institution at- tempts to foist a standard of its own making upon the poultry fraternity of this country nolentes volentes, we have not only aright to complain of but to resist such an assumption of power. The appellation of national does not make it so. The name adds nothing to its authority. It is illegitimate ab initio. It has not the sanction of the breeders of the whole country—they have not been regularly represented. If the call at Buffalo had been for a general convention of the poultry men of the country, and had stated clearly the objects of the convention, and the poultry men had been regularly represented by their delegates, we should have had a legitimate and binding power, and whatever standard they may have adopted would have been ‘The National Standard of America.” It appears by the proceedings of this Association at Buffalo, that its presiding officer, in his opening speech to his brother fanciers, took occasion to extend a cordial invitation to every- body present to join the Association, and that the delegates who were sent there for one of two objects—to meet in general convention to revise, amend and establish a national standard, which I believed was the real purpose of their constituents—did for some cause or other unite themselves to the American Poultry Association, and transferred and set over to said association some of the most precious rights and privileges of their respective societies, and thereby making their respective societies amenable to the rules and regulations of their ‘‘head centre.’’ We also find it stated in the proceedings that the real business of the day was the establishing of a standard of excellence, to be used ‘ exclu- sively” by the association in the award of prizes. This is one of the most remarkable transactions that ever came un- der my observation; a class of delegates representing most of the poultry societies of the country meet at Buffalo, and in a body join another association and delegate to it most off the powers pertaining to their own respective organizations.. The standard adopted is exclusively the standard of this asso- ciation, and is not binding on other societies, and cannot be: used by them without first obtaining the consent of. the: American Poultry Association. And so very jealous were they of this right that one of the delegates, before proceed- ing to business, moved that “the doings of the association with respect to the standard should be the exclusive property of the association.”? So that not only the standard but all acts in relation to it was emphatically declared to be their exclusive property. Probably this was done to prevent Hal- sted from getting out a patent right to his report on French and Spanish fowls and lop-eared rabbits. I do not see anywhere in the proceedings at Buffalo any disposition or effort to make a national standard. They have a child of their own creation, and they seem to have named it before it was born. They do not seem to have taken it much at heart whether it was a legitimate child or a bastard. It seems to me rather ungracious to abuse another person’s child, no matter how ugly its features or grotesque its dress. It is only a baby still in swaddling cloths, and we cannot very well prejudge its intelligence or predict its duration of life. Isaac VAN WINELE. <— >em OBJECTIONS TO THE STANDARD. BY GEORGE P. BURNHAM. Ir was not my intention, originally (and I have not changed my purpose now), to enter into any controversy— and, least of all, into personalities—in my strictures upon the new “standard ’”’ question. I have no time to devote to replying to the defenders of this work; and with the indi- vidual opinions of these gentlemen I have nothing whatever todo. There is a general principle involved in this matter, however, to my way-of thinking, and upon general princi- ples only have I yet (or shall I hereafter), have anything to offer upon this topic. , My opinion is as good as another’s—no better. The judg- ment of Mr. A, Mr. B, or Mr. ©, is worth precisely what he may contrive to make it with the public. Fanciers and breeders will accept the expression of such opinions at pre- cisely their true value, come from whom they may. I have not argued this question, and I do not propose to. I have stated plain facts simply as they appear to my limited vision, and if others can gainsay these assertions and propositions, all right, I am content. I have spoken of no man, individually, as being responsi- ble for, or concerned in, the results of the labors of the late poultry convention which decided this “‘ standard,”’ but thus far have written about the doings of the public body and its committees, who so hastily arrived at the incomplete, erroneous, and unacceptable conclusions embodied in the pamphlet put forth by the convention at Buffalo. All this I did, and have the right to do, in a respectful way. If my language is more earnest and pointed than may prove pal- atable to some of these gentlemen, I have to assure them FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 339 that I have no shadow of personal feeling init. I have no motive of private interest therein, and I totally disclaim any design to offend any individual anywhere in my stric- tures. Either this standard is a good one, such as it ought to be, or it isnot. Ihave given my reasons why I think it is noé what we need, and what we all looked for, at the hands of the undoubtedly well-meaning gentlemen who framed it. Am I alone in this opinion? Am I in the minority even upon this question? Havé my objections been answered ? Can this work (as it now stands) be defended fairly by any- body? I think not. And so think hundreds of the poultry men and fanciers of America, as I know. So, asking at the hands of the friends of the standard, the same courteous treatment toward me that I would hon- estly extend toward them in this matter, I crave space in your columns to say that I have no disposition to criticise or contend with the opinions of any individual gentleman upon this complicated question; and I trust that all who have any- thing to present in favor of this book, may give their judgment strictly upon the merits of the standard, without attempting to drag me or any other writer into a war of words through personal attacks, which can never move me to retaliate in kind, since it is not my style to slop over, or go into hysterics in this business. I have seen nothing, as yet, that answers the objections (and the reasons therefore), published in your columns and elsewhere, latterly, from my pen, to wit: I have said the price of the standard is eight times too high; that the work was hurried out unduly; that it contained paradoxical in- consistencies; that its lists omitted to mention several known varieties bred all over the country; that cross-bred fowls are therein ‘‘recognized”’ as breeds; that it is inaccu- rate in its estimates of ‘‘ points;’’ that it requires the two kinds of Brahmas to be feathered differently upon their feet; that it is unwieldy and verbose in its phraseology; that it contains very many typographical errors for which there is no excuse; that its ‘‘ Instructions to judges’”’ are gratui- tous and dictatorial; that judges could not follow these directions implicitly, as they are ordered to do, in conse- quence of the mistakes and inaccuracies in the book—and that, in my opinion, in its present incomplete and muddled shape, State and county societies in the United States can- not use it to advantage, and therefore they will not adopt it until it is again revised and corrected by a full open meet- ing of all parties interested. Now, what is there in these general allegations to offend Mr. D, Mr. E, or Mr. F? It is an old adage, ‘‘ that only the wounded bird flutters.” I hope that nobody concerned is so absolutely timber-toed as to apply my criticisms to himself individually; and I really do not see how my opinions can be thus construed. But when these objections of mine are fairly replied to, in the courteous and conscientious spirit which animated me in suggesting them, by any interested or disinterested fan- cier, no one can be more ready than I shall be to “stand corrected”? if lam wrong. But Isincerely believe that not one of these propositions can be answered in favor of this standard. This is simply my honest opinion. MELROSE, May 9, 1874. ——_*+-9- 0-o->——__—_ Beg- A tombstone at Columbia, Tenn., has this inscrip- tion: ‘(Escaped the bullets of the enemy to be assassinated by a cowardly pup—a kind husband and an affectionate father.” (For Fanciers’ Journal.) OBJECTIONS TO THE STANDARD. I see by the various criticisms in the poultry papers of the country, that the standard, as adopted at the Buffalo and Boston meetings of the American Poultry Association, does not give universal satisfaction, and I also notice that the Secretary of said Association sends out a general invitation to all interested persons to send at once ‘any omission or error’? that they may discover in the ‘‘ first edition.’? Well, now, is not this rather strange proceeding? It is simply saying that the standard so many have already purchased at what they consider an exorbitant price ($1.00) is good for nothing, and a little way farther on the said Secretary says that said errors may be corrected in ‘the second edition,’’ and so, ip a little while, we are to have a chance to pay another dollar or perhaps more for said ‘second edition.” Now, if there is to be more of the standard printed, as represented, of course there must be a revision of the present at least, and in order that it may be truly American, as some say itis not in its present shape and munner of adoption, I would suggest that it be done in the usual American style, that is by electing delegates to a general convention to be held at some proper place at an early day, and I would say that such a convention should be elected by the various state societies, and consist of 5 or 7 delegates from each state having asociety, and of a less number from any state which has not a state society, provided that said state contain in- terested persons enough to calla meeting and elect 1 or 3 delegates to said convention, and then each state could be represented by its best men, and would be under obligation to accept such a standard as said convention should see fit to issue. I can see no reason why such a meeting could not be very easily called and give universal satisfaction, be en- tirely and strictly confined to the delegates, they and they only voting or taking part in the doings of said meeting ; but not with closed doors, nor any of the $3 admission fee, but each state society to pay its share of the expenses. Now, I do not propose to set myself up as a critic, but, as others have, I am inclined to say that I think from what I have read that a revision of the new standard is absolutely necessary. Most everybody is dissatisfied with it. I see by the Poultry Exchange, No. 18, that the Bucks County Poultry Association has voted it down, and in the same paper, No. 19, many errors are pointed out, besides so many others at other times and places, and then in the Poultry World for May we have a very funny defence of the standard by our friend I. K. Felch, in which he says, in describing the back, the description closes with ‘color, milk white.’ He says: ‘* We could not in so few words express the whole, and the committee wish by it to be un- derstood that any color of white found in the different shades of milk to be admitted and none other. We are well aware that some milk is pearl-white, and that the other extreme borders upon a cream-color, and as they are all found in the different shades of milk, and that they are cach and all to be accepted.’’ Well that seems to be a very broad platform, and any- body who cannot fit the standard with feathers on his Light Brahma Cock’s back had better give up the chicken busi- ness. Buta little farther on in same article friend Felch says that said committee admitted underfeathering bluish- white or white. Now, as skimmed milk is about that color 340 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. sometimes, I would like to ask if it would not have been policy, yés even a good thing, to have just said the cock may be all over the color of milk, with some little fixing about the neck and tail? Then you would have a style of feathering none could fail to hit, and would have been a great saving of words, and would have given us a standard broad as any political platform, which could be narrowed up or lengthened out to meet the requirements of any set of fanciers who might need the assistance of a standard to judge of the merits or demerits of a fowl. But as this is all the defence I have seen of the so-called new standard, and as it is from one of the various commit- tees, I suppose it is the best they can give. Therefore I think it might be a good plan to try once more, and do it in the usual manner of doing such things in America, adopting some such plan as I have named in the beginning of this article. Ay dito: d Ly New Haven, Conn., May 15, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Tuer American Standard of Excellence excludes B. B. Red Games with yellow legs; hence they will be ruled out by committees in awarding premiums. Now, is this to be approved of or submitted to by the majority of breeders of Game fowls? I, for one, protest against it, when no satisfactory reason can be given why the yellow legs are not equal to the willow legs, both for gameness and beauty. Some of the most beautiful Game fowls I have ever seen on exhibition have been the B. B. Reds with yellow legs. Game fowls should be judged by their fighting qualities. Can any one tell me what advan- tage in the pit a B. B. Red with willow legs will have over a B. B. Red with yellow legs. I can prove that some of the best fowls ever fought in this country have been the B. B. Reds with yellow legs. I believe the new standard to bea one-sided concern, got up for the benefit of the few. I have heard a number of poultry fanciers express their opinion in regard to the standard, and have yet to hear of one who is not dissatisfied with it. RowLtey, Essex Co., Mass. S. L. CumMMInes. PEKIN DUCKS. WE should like to learn more of the facts in relation to the actual merits claimed for, but not yet substantiated, of this new breed of water fowl. We have heard of them growing well, and promising great weight when a few months old. It is now over a year since they were imported, one trio only of which survived out of the lot. hardships of the voyage, and were consequently dwarfed, It is claimed that they suffered from the) ‘ obvious question is, by what testimony, save of the clearest, but that they are good layers, and the young resulting from incubation, which lasts only twenty-five days, appear to be one-third larger than Rouens or Aylesburys when they leaye the shell, and grow more rapidly through the season. The last we heard from them, as to size’and weight, it is said that the largest pair on exhibition at the Connecticut Poultry Show (where they excited a good deal of interest), exceeded the old ones in size, and weighed fifteen pounds at five months old, and were in good growing order, which is good weight, but scarcely better than that of the Rouens or Aylesburys which they are expected to exceed. Mr. Fowler writes the editor of the Fanciers’ Gazette, April 2d: ‘“ We have an Aylesbury duckling (drake) barely ten weeks (two and a half months) old, which weighs exactly eight pounds,” a weight not yet excelled nor approached by the Pekin in this country, and we doubt if in any other, at 24 month’s old. The Pekin ducks are described as having long bodies and necks, heads rather large, wings and legs short, the bills yellow, and the legs of a deep orange or reddish color. Their plumage is white with a creamy tinge under the feathers, which are remarkably abundant, giving them the appearance of extra size. They are said to moult like geese, as indicated by the great quantities of feathers thrown off constantly through the summer in places where they most frequently resort. It is therefore probable that they may, like them, be “‘ plucked”? with equal profit if they are as large and fluffy or downy as it is said they are. ‘‘ They are entirely hardy, bearing well, so far, our variable and extreme climate, minding neither snow, rain, or sun;” excellent foragers, though easily kept in small inclosures, providing they have water constantly before them, and regularly fed. Their general shape is peculiar, though their motions on the water are easy, and their long graceful necks and large bodies make them an attractive and ornamental feature. The drawing is said to represent them well. The stock is in the hands of a breeder, who is interested in their intro- duction to the notice of amateurs and fanciers generally, and we hope to learn, soon as practicable, the result of the experience of those who have given them a fair trial. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) G. P. BURNHAM—THE ORIGIN OF THE BRAHMA FOWL. In one of the earlier numbers of your Journal, G. P. Burnham, in his ‘Reminiscences of the Hen Fever,” gives what he claims to be a true account of the origin of the Brahma fowl. This account, I believe, after reading both Burnham and Wright, to be entirely erroneous. Many of your readers take a deep interest in the breeding of Brahmas, and would like to know as much as possible about them. I would refer those who wish to investigate the matter to “Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry,” or to his ‘‘ Brahma Fowls.” Mr. W. is very generally acknowledged to be the best living authority on this breed of fowls. As many of your readers have not access to these works, and in order that they may see how highly Mr. Burnham’s opinion is valued on the other side of the water, I request you to publish the following extract from ‘“‘Wright’s Illus- trated Book of Poultry,’ pages 243 & 244: “We have already seen that Mr. Cornish’s statement was published long before Mr. Burnham’s. It gives a perfectly clear, consistent, and simple account of the origin of certain birds which are proved by independent testimony to have been all obtained from the State of Connecticut; and the FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY HXCHANGE. 341 best supported, and most convincing character, may such an account be disproved? and is Burnham’s sufficient to dis- prove it? We can only reply that no one but Mr. Teget- meier in England ever attached to any statement of Mr. Burnham’s the least importance whatever. Even he calls his great authority ‘‘unscrupulous,”’ as well he might after the unblushing account of the motives which solely dictated the ‘present to her most Gracious Majesty;’ and among Americans themselves his book was never received with anything but a laugh at what was universally understood to be another attempt of the same sort at a trading puff. As an instance of this general appreciation of the man, we had quite recently an announcement from a valued American correspondent that, ‘our old friend Burnham had let himself out again,’ and were somewhat perplexed by the enigmatical information, until the receipt of a copy of Burnham’s New Poultry Book, published in 1871, elucidated the mystery. “This second book was, in all respects, worthy of the first, being a series of advertising puffs in the most approved ‘spread eagle’ style from beginning to end; and it especially amused us to note how the author had, with a most laudable regard to reciprocity, in return for Mr. Tegetmeier’s unhoped- for quotation of the former work, repaid the favor by quoting Ais as ample authority on the very same point; each thus referring to the other, and to the other alone, as confirming his own views! It is the simple fact that not one American writer (and but one English) ever regarded Burnham’s account as of the slightest value. Whether the latter may have bred amongst others very tolerable imita- tions of Brahmas, is, as we before observed, not the question. We had seen that there were two qualities of birds known in the early days—one a spurious, which bred mongrel pro- geny, and could be traced to Burnham; the other pure, which was always traced to Connecticut, or a little later, to Dr. Bennet, who procured his from that State. ‘“‘ But such, and accounts of such, published after the pure Brahmas were eyen publicly shown, cannot invalidate a con- sistent and credible account given from the very first of the genuine strain, and, as Mr. Cornish justly argues, confirmed and inquired into at the time and on the spot while all the witnesses were alive and available for examination. Burn- ham himself states in his last work that he was a member of that very committee, at Boston, which was appointed in 1850 to settle the name, as mentioned in Mr. Cornish’s letter to Colonel Weld. He says that the name was thus given by them ‘against his protest,’ and the unavoidable conclusion from that simple fact alone must be, that parties who knew both considered Mr. Cornish the most reliable witness of the “To sum up, then: When to the foregoing conclusions are added the facts that all Mr. Burnham’s early Light Brahmas (until, as is known, he bought through a friend at Boston in 1852 some of the real strain), were single combed, while the originals were triple; that Burnham’s had a dis- tinct straw or buff tint, while the originals were white; and that Burnham’s had the same creamy-colored fluff, while real Brahmas had and still have a pearly-gray under the plumage, the whole becomes clear. It is plain that there was a strain of real Brahmas distinct from Cochins, or the fowls then known in America as Chittagongs (we say then known because our Indian friend’s remark makes it far from improbable that some previous importation of the Brahma, or real Chittagong, had given to the fow! so-called part if not the whole of its character—that our very fowl, in fact, had been imported before, but from want of interest in poultry so degraded as to be unrecognizable), all which were traced up to the birds brought into Connecticut by Mr. Chamberlain; that Burnham having, as is clearly proved, vainly tried to purchase some of this stock, bred the best imitations he could, which formed another strain, always at that date clearly distinguishable from the real, and well known to be distinct both by himself and by others; and that, finally, he claimed for his the credit of being the original birds, and unfortunately found in England what he never could in America, a respectable writer who would without question adopt his tale. No other conclusion is hardly possible to any one who has passed in review the whole evidence from which we have extracted a small part in the particulars here given.” I design, in future articles, to notice the very severe and presumptuous criticisms of Mr. Burnham upon the ‘Buffalo Convention,’’ and the ‘Standard of Excellence.” F. R. W. We give place to the above article from our corre- spondent, ‘F. R. W.,’’ who makes such copious extracts from ‘‘ Mr. Wright’s Illustrated Book of Poultry,” because we are inclined to give our readers, who may not have seen that work, the opportunity to read Mr. Wright’s comments on this long-mooted and busy question of the true origin of the ‘Light Brahma” fowls. At the same time, in justice to our correspondent, Mr. G. P. Burnham, we are con- strained to state that this theory of Mr. Wright, as we under- stand it, is based upon the statements made originally in 1852 by Mr. Virgil Cornish, of Connecticut; and it is but fair now to quote the Cornish letter also, to show exactly what basis Mr. Wright has for his remarks above quoted by ‘‘F. R. W.,”’ and our readers can judge whether the Wright theory is sustained simply by this communication, adding, by the way, that its date, ‘‘ March 2d, 1852,”’ was some three years subsequent to the date of Dr. W. C. Kerr’s letter to Mr. Burnham from Philadelphia, Pa., September 3d, 1849, when he (Dr. Kerr) sent to Mr. Burnham the first pair of gray fowls which Mr. B. bred in Massachusetts, and which he claims were the original birds whence came the Gray Shanghais he bred so successfully for years afterwards, which Dr. Bennett acknowl- edges he bought of Burnham in 1850 or 1851, and to the progeny of which, upon exhibition at Boston (at the same show where the Cornish-Hatch-Chamberlin fowls were exhibited), Dr. Bennett first publicly gave the name of ‘‘Brahma Pootras,” afterwards abbreviated, by common consent, to ‘‘ Brahma.” Mr. Cornish thus writes (and this letter was first published in 1853, some months after Mr. Burnham’s fine fowls reached the Queen of England, under the name of ‘ Gray Shang- hais,’’ be it remembered). At that time Dr. Bennett in- formed Dr. Wm. Custe Gwynne, of England, that Ais fowls and Mr. Burnham’s fowls sent to England “ were identical, precisely similar, and were bred from the same stock.’”’ All this is upon the record. Mr. Cornish says, at Hartford, Conn., March 2d, 1852: ‘No doubt you are acquainted with the relative position of the State in India called Chittagong, and the river called Brahma-Pootra. Chittagong is a small State upon the eastern borders, and bounding west upon the Bay of Bengal. The river Brahma-Pootra discharges its waters into that bay forty or fifty miles from the western bank of Chittagong. If the large, light-colored fowls came from that region—the Brahma-Pootra—of which I think there is no doubt, .... still lam unable to say by which name they should be called. Chittagong, if I understand it, is mountainous, while the country through which the Brahma-Pootra river runs is a flat country, exceedingly rich. The richer the country the larger the production, is our rule to go by.. . . . In regard to the history of these fowls very little is known. A mechanic by the name of Chamberlin, in this city, first brought them here. Mr. Chamberlin was acquainted with a sailor, who informed him that there were three pairs of large, imported fowls in New York. Mr. Chamberlin furnished this sailor with money, and told him to go to New York and purchase a pair for him, which he did, at great expense. The sailor reported that he found one pair of light gray ones, which he purchased. The man in New York, whose name I have not got, gave no account of their origin, except that they had been brought there by some sailors in the India ships. The parties through whose hands the fowls came, as far back as I have been able to trace them, are all obscure men. I obtained my stock from the original pair brought here by Mr. Chamberlin. These fowls were named ‘‘ Chittagongs ”’ 342 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. by Mr. Chamberlin, on account of their resemblance to the fowls then in the country called by that name,”’ &c. This letter forms the basis of Dr. Bennett’s théory also, and he certainly named the fowls ‘‘ Brahma.’”’? Mr. Cham- berlin and Mr. Cornish named them ‘Chittagong,’ as Mr. Cornish states above. Dr. Kerr sold Mr. Burnham his first gray fowls from Philadelphia, which, in September, 1849 (three years earlier), Dr. K. called ‘‘Chittagong.’’ Dr. Bennett, in his ‘¢ Poultry Book,’’ published in 1851—’52, at Boston, describes the «‘ Chittagong ”’ fowl fully, but does not mention the ‘‘ Brahma-Pootras’’ at all; and Dr. B. gives two illustrations in that book, ‘from life,’ of Mr. Burn- ham’s Philadelphia gray birds as ‘‘ Chittagongs,’”’ which very strongly resemble the Light Brahmas, as any one may see by consulting that work. We do not see but that all these birds are admitted by all the first owners—to wit, Mr. Cornish, Chamberlin, Hatch, Dr. Kerr, Burnham, Bennett, and all—to be Chittagongs at the start, wherever they came from. And it is also certain that all these gentlemen, except Mr. Burnham, who called them Gray Shanghais (as the official report of the exhibition shows, in 1852, at Boston), then entered all these fowls as ‘‘ Chittagongs,” or “ Gray Chittagongs’’ Mr. Cornish did not, at that time, as his letter above evinces, know “which name they should be called by.” Perhaps Mr. Burnham, upon reading this article, will, in a future number, ‘rise to explain.’’? We shall cheerfully afford him the opportunity if he desires to do so. + ses (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HOW ARE YOU ‘BLACK RUSSIANS 2” Mr. Eprror. Thad a good laugh over ‘‘A. N. R.’s’’ honest description of, and his good-humored expression of ill luck with the “Black Russian’? fowl, which, four years ago, I had occa- sion to write a brief article about, and which I see the new American Standard of Excellence recognizes among its ‘ varieties.’’ In 1870, I said “ This is another new breed recently put in market, and the possessors of it claim that it is ‘a won- derful layer of large eggs.’ Though the fowl is not over- sized, its plumage is very showy and brilliant back, and it will very shortly become one of our leading varieties for the fancy, no doubt, through real intrinsic merit,” etc. I remember that my old friend, Dr. Eben Wright, of Dedham, Mass., had informed us as much as thirty years ago, that he had imported from Moscow a brace of these birds—then called Russian or Siberian fowl—with feathered legs, which are quilled, and which latter they will probably lose in the next generation, our climate being so much milder than that at Moscow. The Doctor gave his impor- ted Black Russians away, I recollect, a few months after he received them. They would neither lay eggs, or come to any satisfactory size. He had them one season, and became greatly disgusted with them. The party he presented his whole stock to (a gentleman in Albany, New York), tried his hand with them, on account of their novelty at that time, and he announced the same year he got them that notwithstanding he sent them to the country in charge of a faithful person, where they had plenty of room and fresh air, all was to no purpose; they dropped off, one after another died, and thus ended ¢his importation of ‘“ Rus- sian fowls.’’ IT hardly think “A. N. R.’’ will find a customer for his fowls, after his late description of them in your columns; yet his experience is but that of one amongst many who have been similarly deceived by appearances, not particu- larly with this ‘‘new breed,’? but by scores of similar impositions among the cross-bred mongrels, put forth by novices and hucksters, who, on their part, have first been deceived, perhaps, by the more knowing ones. Will this hummery never cease? ANCIENT. CorRESPONDENCE. LETTER FROM A BOY. Dear Sir: Please send me the Fanciers’ Journal for one year, which I like the best of any paper I have seen yet. I advise any one who wants to keep pigeons to subscribe for it. I think it will do me a great deal of good. I have as handsome a lot of pigeons and chickens as I ever saw— but I am a boy yet. GUINEA PIGS v. RATS. About guinea pigs killing rats—I do not think they will, for the following reason: I had a splendid pair given to me, for which I made a cat-proof cage, and locked the door securely, and one morning I went into the barn, and not hearing them as usual on my entrance, I looked into the cage and found them killed and half eaten, apparently by rats, as cats could not get into the cage. I had not thought of rats killing them, as I had often heard that they killed the rats. Ifany of your readers have had a similar experience I would like to know of it. Truly yours, GREEN, CHENANGO Co., N. Y. Jas. R. DEpRICK. Our experience is similar to the above. Some years ago, while in the bird and fowl business, and at a time when the store was well stocked with everything pertaining to a store of this kind, the rats gained access during the night, and although there were all kinds of birds, pigeons, rabbits, &c., within easy reach, the guinea pigs were the only ani- mals killed—an entrance being made into the cage or box for that purpose.—ED. ] IMPORTATION. Mr. Eprror. ; Dear Sir: I have just received from Mr. John K. Fow- ler, of Aylesbury, England, a lot of eggs, as follows: 13 Black Spanish, 18 Creveceur, 13 Golden Penciled Ham- burg, 18 White Cochin, 18 Houdan, and 12 Aylesbury Duck. They arrived in fine order, and I will report success in due time. Yours truly, J. Y. BICKNELL. WESTMORELAND, N. Y., May 13, 1874. IMPORTATION. FRIEND WADE: Geo. Furness, of Auburn, New York, received by-Steamer ‘Celtic,’ on the 6th instant, from Henry Beldon, of Bingley, Yorkshire England, one trio of Black Hamburgs—splendid birds for exhibition and breed- ing. Geo. Gilfuss, of Auburn, New York, received by same steamer, and at same time, one trio of Silver Spangled Polish—most superior birds. Henry Beldon says of them: “They are beautiful birds; the cock is clear-tailed, and in this respect not to be excelled in England.”’ Yours truly, K. S. OneiEY. AUBURN, N. Y., May 18, 1874. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 343 Mr. Eprror. On page 312 of your issue of the 14th inst., I noticed an article in reference to young chickens being attacked with a disease which causes blindness. Having had some expe- rience with this malady, I send you my remedy, which, I think, will prove effectual : Take the small branches or shoots of sassafras wood, and split them so as to get the pith; take say a thimbleful of the pith, and put it into about three tablespoonfuls of soft rain-water. In a short time the water will become thick, like the white of an egg; then it is fit for use. Dip the tip of the finger into the water and rub the eyes of the affected chick with it gently, but at the same time rub it into the eye as much as possible. Repeat the operation three times daily (say morning, noon, and night), and a cure will gener- ally be affected in from two to three days. In addition to the above, grease the chick around the eyes with fresh lard or sweet oil, being careful not to get any into the eye. I am not satisfied as to the cause of this disease, and would be much obliged to Mr. Fry, or any one else whose chicks have been troubled in this way, if they will an- swer the following questions, either by mail or through the Journal: 1. Did you notice any small white parasites in or around the eyes of the affected chicks? 2. Were the chicks that had the disease hatched or brooded by a hen that was affected with scurvy legs? ‘W. E. Frower. SHOEMAKERTOWN, Pa., May, 1874. Mr. J. M. Wapz. c Dear Sir: I have in my collection a hen’s egg that measures 8§ by 11 inches, which weighs 12 ounces, and was laid by a medium-sized Dorking. If reports be true, the largest hen’s egg in the British Museum weighs 93 ounces, but there are several larger speci- mens in the United States. The Courier and Freeman, of May 7, Pottsdam, N. Y., says: ‘‘ Mr. Brown, of Stockholm, showed us, last Saturday, the biggest egg of the season, laid by a pullet (Brahma and Houdan), which measured 94 the long way by 74 the other, weighing 74 ounces.”’ I am frequently in receipt also of small eggs, like those presented to you, and which corroborate your statement in regard to their contents. I have yet to find a yolk in any hen’s egg that measures less than $ of an inch in length. Yours, respectfully, Myron W. Lyman. CHICAGO, May 14, 1874. A VERY LIBERAL OFFER. Mr. WADE. Feeling an interest to support the Journal, I will make the following offer to any person who will send you two new subscribers for the Journal: I will send one dozen White Leghorn Eggs, delivered at express office. J. H. Morrison. Martow, N. H., May 18, 1874. J. M. Wang. Drar Six: I have a pen of three Light Brahma pullets mated with a Buzzell cock, and I get from them on an average three double-yolk eggs per week. Ido not know whether one or more hens lay them, but if any of your readers can give mea remedy, or inform me of the cause, they would confer a favor by answering through your valu- able paper. Yours, J. HE. L. BALTIMORE, May 20, 1874, Jos. M. Wank, Esq. Dear Sir: Your correspondent (Mr. Fry) it seems has the same trouble among his chickens that I have lately had, and I will give you my experience, which, if you think worth while, you are at liberty to publish. I had about half of my chickens affected in the same way that Mr. Fry describes, and after losing eight or ten of them, concluded to experiment, and did not lose one after treating them as follows: I commenced by washing their eyes four times a day with diluted rose water, and gave, twice a day, raw egg and brandy, in the proportion of a teaspoonful of brandy to each egg; fed them on nothing but corn meal, . seasoned well with red pepper, and gave them a dry, warm place. I have no stronger or better looking chickens on my place to-day than those so treated. Yours, respectfully, CAMBRIDGEPORT, Mass. W. F. Bacon. A NEW SOCIETY. Jos. M. Wang, Esq., Editor “ Fanciers’ Journal and Poultry Exchange.” Sir: At a meeting of the breeders and fanciers of poultry of this and neighboring towns, held in this city, May 19th, an organization was effected under the name of ‘“‘ The Key- stone Poultry Association of Western Pennsylvania,” and the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President—A. W. Coburn, Titusville. Vice-Presidents--J. M. Gifford, Pleasantville; A. McLaren, Meadville; S. H. McGinnett, Kerrtown; Carl Cosolowsky, Titusville. Secretary and Treasurer—John D. McFarland, Titusville. There is a very encouraging increase in the interest of thoroughbred poultry in our vicinity this spring, one of the gratifying results of which is already reached in the organi- zation announced above, and, though composed mainly of amateurs, the association enters the field under the favorable auspices of a large membership of enthusiastic and earnest lovers of poultry, whose aim will be to stimulate and main- tain an interest in fine poultry and pet stock of all kinds. The regular monthly meetings of the association will be held at its rooms, in this city, on the third Tuesday of each month, at which we shall be pleased to welcome visiting members of sister associations, to whom we extend a cordial invitation. All correspondence pertaining to poultry shows and the interest of breeding generally, addressed to the undersigned, will receive prompt attention. Yours, respectfully, Joun D. McFaruanp, TITUSVILLE, Pa., May 20, 1874. Secretary. Mr. Jos. M. Wave. Dear Sir: I have just received per steamer Sarmatien, some white and yellow Pouters, Carriers, Isabella Pouters, red, yellow, and blue-winged Turbits; also ice pigeons. Respectfully yours, A. GOEBLE. MITCHELL, ONT. Mr. Eprror. Dear Srr: I have received to-day from Mr. John K. Fowler, of Aylesbury, England, per steamer Baltic, one pair Houdans, four Colored Dorkings, and one Spanish hen. All are fine birds, and some have won premiums in England. Yours truly, J. Y. BICKNELL, WESTMORELAND, May 21, 1874. 344 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by JosEpH M. Waoz, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington, a Svcs J OURNAL AND Aq OULTRY (Gaonanes, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year,.... 12 00 Specimen Copies, by mail,. 10 Per Annum to Canada,.... 270 Per Annum to England,. 3 54 ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an ineh of space. 1inch of space, set SOlid...........0:00e8 $1 20, displayed...... 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, a ss 1 page, 216 lines, solid sovcccseess2l” GO, v3 oS Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid fo SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. “ Asa Ruaa,”’ oF PHILADELPHIA.—If Dr. W. C. Kerr, who was formerly known in poultry circles under the non de plume of ‘‘ Asa Rugg,’ is living, and this should fall under his eye, will he kindly send us his present address? Can any of our friends or correspondents give us this infor- mation.—EDITOR FANCIERS’ JOURNAL. CorrecTions.—In Mr. Burnham’s last week’s article in Fanciers’ Journal, upon ‘‘ Suggestions about the Standard,”’ in second paragraph, second line, second column, for ‘no more theory ’’ read ‘no mere theory.’’ In second line from bottom of same column, for “ layer varieties’ read “ larger varieties ’?—which are thus misprinted in No. 21. +o AS IT SHOULD BE. WE are informed that a meeting of amateur fanciers of New York City and vicinity was recently held at the rooms of the Associated Fanciers, 14 Murray Street, New York, with a view of organizing a new Poultry Association, and holding regular annual exhibitions. It was decided to hold another meeting at the same place on the 10th day of June, at 84 p.m. A cordial invitation is extended to all fanciers. We hope the attendance will be large, and the object accomplished to the satisfaction of the most sanguine, for it would bea benefit to the fancy if exhibitions could be successfully held in New York City. Any suggestions from those who cannot attend will be cheerfully received. Address Joun A. Epwarps, Secretary, 14 Murray St., New York City. oo WE cannot remind our readers too often to remember the sure preventive of gapes in chickens. The moment they are dry, or able to walk, grease the head of every one, on which you will observe a large, white tick or louse, and sometimes nearly a dozen on each chicken ; said louse can- not live a moment after the breathing pores of its body are obstructed. A drop or two of coal oil, to a teaspoonful of lard well mixed, will be enough for a dozen or more. Use with care. ; DANVERS WHITES. In answer to the inquiry concerning the Danvers White Fowl, we know but little, further than it has been superseded by the White Leghorn It is supposed to have been pro- duced by crossing Buff Cochins and White Dorkings, and had a white body and yellow bare legs, which color most breeders are very partialto. We should like to learn more about this fowl from those who have had experience with it. Pigeon Department: PIGEONS AND POETS. Thus does Tom Hood—he who sung the ‘Song of the Shirt ’’—connect pigeons with a home: No dog was at the threshold great or small; No pigeon on the roof—no household creature— No cat demurely dozing on the wall— Not one domestic feature. And how exquisitely does Tennyson, in ‘‘ The Gardener’s Daughter,’ bring in the habits of pigeons to illustrate the play of feeling he is describing: We spoke of other things; we ’coursed about The subject most at heart, more near and near, Like doves about a dovecot, wheeling round The central wish, until we settled there. Tennyson had evidently watched the dovecot with an observant eye, for the delight the inmates take in basking in the sun—especially the morning sun—had not escaped him. Thus he describes in his ‘¢ Princess :’’ Back again we crossed the court Lady Tsyche’s; as we entered in There sat along the forms, like morning doves That sun their milky bosoms on the thatch, A patient row of pupils. Whether Pope ever kept fancy pigeons is uncertain; but from his known acquaintance with old John Moore, the first authentic writer upon them, he must have known much about them. A contemporary of Pope—John Gray—cer- tainly had ‘‘an eye”’ for their beauties; for, in his ‘‘ Kpistle to the Earl of Burlington,” he writes: Then Turnham Green, which dainty pigeons fed, But feeds no more, for Solomon is dead. To which is added a note, ‘‘Solomon was a man famed for keeping pigeons.’’ But further back still, going back in our gossipy review beyond our oldest pigeon writer (Moore), midway almost to that gigantic genius with whom we began. we make just two extracts from dear, garrulous, we fear most unprincipled, but certainly most entertaining, Samuel Pepys, who must assuredly have been sent into the world for the express purpose of keeping a diary. In the first, speaking of the effects of the great fire of London, he clearly proves the existence of pigeon fanciers—ay and of ‘‘dorm- ers,’’? too—even in those days; for he writes: ‘Among other things, the poor pigeons, I perceive, were loth to leave their house, but hove about the windows and barbuies till FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 345 they burned their wings and fell down.’’ In the second, dated September 11, 1661, he writes the following, which will go to the very heart of all cat-plagued pigeon fanciers: “To Dr. Williams, who did carry me into his garden, where he hath abundance of grapes; and he did show me a dog that he hath to kill all the cats that come hither to kill his pigeons, and do afterward bury them, and do it with so much care that they shall be quite covered, that if the tip of their tail hangs out, he will take up the cat again and dig the hole deeper, which is very strange; and he tells me that he do believe he hath killed a hundred cats.”” A dog of this breed would fetch a fabulous price nowadays.—Cassel’s. Spare Pet Department: 4@> All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I. IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) WHITE MICE Turse beautiful and interesting little creatures—the smallest of four-footed pets—seem to have ‘been totally neglected by writers on the subject of animals kept for amusement; yet, I venture to say, there is hardly a person who has not during some period of his boyhood had a few of them. Boarding-schools are rarely without some of them, kept by the students; indeed, this is such a noticeable fact that Dickens, in his story of David Copperfield, mentions the school at which young David spent his early youth as celebrated because of this. Nor is there a pet possessing more elegant proportions, displaying more agility, or wear- ing a handsomer coat than this same little white mouse. Their gracefully shaped limbs and body, and the beautiful shade of pink coloring in their eyes and ears, are surpassed by no animal kept as a pet. They are intelligent, and re- cognize the step of their feeder, setting up loud squeaks at his approach. With very little trouble they can be taught innumerable tricks and antics. I heard of one being kept in a cage with a canary, and the two remained on very ex- cellent terms, eating and drinking from the same dishes, at the same time, without ever quarreling. When I was nine or ten years of age, I remember quite distinctly of a white mouse that escaped from its cage, and for a long time would, every night, scamper up and down my mother’s bed after she had retired, keeping her awake a good part of the night. Many efforts were made to effect its capture, but all were vain, till one night it was discovered behind a trunk. Crack, crack, crack went its poor little bones, as the trunk was pushed back against the wall, and unfortunate mousey, now a shapeless mass, was thrown into the street to make a dainty meal for some homeless pussy. Generally the first pets kept by children, they are soon neglected for the more highly prized rabbit and pigeon. Their great deterrent to popularity is their ‘mousey smell.” Of course they smell ‘‘mousey.’’ It is their natural odor, which no degree of domestication will ever remove. A recipe to subdue this objection I now give: Take an empty tin baking-soda box, pierce it with holes by means of an awl, and fill it two-thirds full of chloride of lime or carbolic disinfective powder; nail the box to the upper part of the cage, and I will warrant no bad odor will ever be perceived as long as this remains in their cage. This same recipe will effectually neutralize the bad odor emitted by any animal. White mice are very prolific, producing from four to twenty young at a birth, and having litters monthly. A good cage for them may be made out of an empty starch box, fitted with a second story, connected with the first by means of stairs. I once saw one made entirely of tin, and a very beautiful cage it was, with its little tin apartments tenanted by mice of all ages, from the hairless babe to the gray-coated grandfather. The best food on which to feed white mice is wheat flour and cracker dust, given alternately, with oat meal once or twice a week. Occasionally give a crust of stale bread, oats, canary seed, etc. Raw meat fed to them just before littering will satiate their appetite for fresh flesh, and often prevent them from devouring their young. Milk is in every way preferable to water as a drink, and should be given altogether, or as often as possible. As soon as a female shows unmistakable signs of being with young, she should be immediately removed from the common cage and placed in a small box by herself. Leave her and the young in quiet for three weeks, and then replace them in the common cage. If one exhibits canni- balistic habits and devours the young, give her an ounce of oak wood administered on the back of the head. A very beautiful variety of mice are produced from the union of the brown and white mouse. The manner in which to effect this is to allow a female her liberty in a place in- fested by common mice. After running at liberty for a few nights, confine her in a box separated from the rest, and await the issue. This plan generally proves successful at the first trial; indeed I have never known it to fail, though sometimes the progeny, instead of being ‘‘ pied,” are brown, and in every way resemble the common mouse. Be sure and clean their cage once a day. Pau Loatc. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) HOW TO FATTEN AND KILL A RABBIT. Ir is often desirable to fatten a domesticated rabbit in the shortest possible time and with but little expense, especially when they are to be sent to market. The best way to do this is as follows: Separate the rabbit to be fattened from his companions, and confine him by himself in a hutch about five by two (not larger), so that he is allowed no room for exercise. Feed four or five times a day—early in the morning on oats or oat meal; at noon give clover that has been cut the day before and thoroughly dry; about six o’clock in the evening feed on dry timothy (not dried as hay is, but all the moisture expelled). Whenever you pass his hutch and the feed-box is empty, immediately fill it. If dry food is given and drink is necessary, give milk in preference to water. 346 FANCIERS’ When he is fat enough to kill, which will be in a week or so if treated as given above, catch it by the ears with the left hand, and with the right plunge a sharp pocket-knife into its jugular artery, as fowls are killed; now hang it up by the hind legs for half an hour, until the blood has thor- oughly drained away. Never kill a rabbit by a blow be- hind the ear, as is often done; this way is greatly inferior to the former in every respect, the flesh not being near so white or tender. f When rabbits are bred for table use, I should advise all the young bucks intended for this purpose to be castrated. The rabbits served thus are greatly superior in size, fatness, and flavor to others allowed to remain in their natural state. PHILO. Items. In order to make our “Item” column as interesting as possible, we would be obliged to our readers for contributions of original matter, how- ever short—yes, let it be condensed and to the point, in a variety of style—facts and fancies interesting to fanciers. p@y A family of original cremationists—Burn-’ems. pas> The ‘ Worst” fancier in this country is at Ashland, Ashland County, Ohio; and what is most strange, he is said to be perfectly reliable in all his dealings—his name is E. J. Worst. 4 ge The following lines are said to have been copied from a stone in Oxford: To all my friends I bid adieu; A more sudden death you never knew ; As I was leading the old mare to drink, She kicked, and killed me quicker’n a wink. yee There is an elm 84 years old and about six feet in diameter at Franklin, Vt., and the man near whose house it stands, says that when he was a boy he pulled it up, which made his father so mad that he walloped him with it and then set it out again. p@¥ An alleged lunatic was consigned to an asylum by his wife and friends. A gentleman said to a lady who doubted the victim's insanity: ‘‘ What do you think madam, of his lying on his back in the barn-yard, and permitting hens to feed off his body?’ ‘Why, nothing more,” re- sponded the lady, ‘‘than that, like many other married men, he was hen-pecked.”’ @eP A lot of rats were found, the other day, in a hogs- head that had been left open in astore at Exeter. The store cat, having been notified, climbed to the edge of the hogshead, but, after surveying the situation, jumped down and ran out at the door, reappearing with another cat. The two looked at their foes and retired, soon coming back with a third cat. They now seemed satisfied with their force, and made an attack, jumping into the hogshead. The cats had, however, miscalculated the force of their enemy, and two were killed, the other being taken out in season to save its life. Bas A youth of Salisbury, four years old, and his young sister, saw a rat hasten into a hole in the barn floor. Said he, ‘‘Sis, the Bible says, ‘Watch and pray.’ You pray while I watch the hole, and I’ll swat him acrost the snoot when he comes out.”’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. gage The author of a recent book about Africa, tells of a forest of acacia trees he passed through. These are called by the natives, ‘‘soffar,’’ a word signifying a flute. The name is given because the acacia trees are pierced with cir- cular holes by a small insect, and the wind, as it plays upon the openings, produces flute-like sounds. In the winter, when the trees are stripped of their leaves, and boughs white as chalk stretch out like ghosts, the wind, sighing through the insect-made flutes, fills the whole air with soft melan- choly tunes. yge@s A correspondent favors Galignani with the following additional list of the curiosities of the English language: ‘“« Fowlers speak of a sege of herons and bitterns; a herd of swans, cranes or curlews; a depping of sheldrakes ; a spring of teals; a covert of coots; a gaggle of geese; a badelynge of ducks; a sord or sute of mallards; a muster of peacocks ; a nye of pheasants; a bevy of quails; a congregation of plovers; a walk of snipes; a fall of woodcocks; a brood of hens; a building of rooks; a murmuration of starlings; an exaltation of larks; a flight of swallows; a host of spar- rows; a watch of nightingales, and a charm of goldfinches.”’ fies Crarry Reynarp.—Ireland has had queer notions in her time, and it is not so long since the fox, though dreaded, and hated, was treated with great respect, for fear of his working harm. The old belief still lingers in the Celtic districts, and the good housewives, as in the olden days, lay wool on the bushes as a peace offering to the fox, or make mittens out of lambs’ wool for his feet, leaving them at the entrance of his den. They believe that the fox wears mit- tens on cold nights, when he goes on a foraging tramp, and in gratitude will not carry off the chicks of the donor. In West Mayo, and Donegal, the fox is always called the ‘‘red fellow,” the ‘‘gentleman,’’ or some other polite name; for it is thought that he would spitefully kill every fowl be- longing to a person bold enough to utter his name without due respect. pas Wild geese every year, as population increases, grow fewer in number. For many years Long Island was a favorite place to shoot these birds during their spring mi- gration. There also they are not so numerous as formerly. As the birds are very shy, it requires a good deal of skill on the part of the sportsman to come near enough for a shot. The method generally employed to obtain from fifteen to twenty wild geese by “winning” them on their passage north or south—the old-fashioned ‘‘stoolers’’ being regarded as entirely behind the age. These are tamed so that they can be ‘‘lined”’ to stakes, when they are taken to the bars where the wild geese usually stop to feed, and fastened to stakes put down in the sand, out of sight, while the gunner conceals himself in a box sunk in the sand, and partially covered by sea weed or meadow grass. When flocks of wild geese are passing, these partially-tamed ones will call them, and usually they will fly near by or light, when the gunner rises and shoots. : ye@s A friend of ours told us, says ‘‘ A Rural Reader” in the Canada Farmer, the other day, how his wife cures hens of sitting; and, as it isa very novel way, we will repeat it for the benefit of others who are bothered with inveterate old sitters. Picking up some splinters from the chip-yard (some four or five inches long) she bound them firmly to the hen’s legs, leaving only the hip joints in working order. Biddie was outwitted ; like the old Dutchman’s hen she would have to sit standing up. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 347 — Ra@= Ducks as Eae Propucers.—The number of eggs laid by a duck, depends very much on the breed to which she belongs. In all poultry the non-sitters lay more than those that are concerned in the rising generation. Thus, the Aylesbury will lay a greater number of eggs than any other duck. The black duck—called the Labrador—the East Indian or Buenos Ayre, is a good layer. The Rouen is an average layer, and the wild duck lays few compared to these. An old duck, is, as a rule, a better layer than a young one, but it is impossible to give the average of any of them. Aylesbury ducks begin to lay in November and December; Rouens three months later. Both the time when they begin laying, and the number of eggs they lay, are influenced by their keeping, and by judicious management. iG A good dittle Bangor boy recently refused to spell cider, because he had signed the pledge. as CuHoosine Hatcurna Eaas.—A contemporary says eggs for hatching should be chosen of the fair average size, usually laid by the hen they are from; any unusually large or small being rejected. Some hens lay immensely large eges, and others small ones. THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “@a AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. Address EGGS, PER SITTING.—Ginger Red Game, Cryer strain, $4; White-faced Spanish, Cryer strain, $3; Penciled Silver Hamburg, Cryer strain, $2. Trios, pairs, or single birds of the above for sale, at Grange Yards, Duftields, West Virginia, by V. M. FIROR. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few sittings of Eggs, #4. Brown Leg- horns, $3. White Leghorns, #2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” Eggs $6 per dozen. WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W.E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. BALDHEADS, “ YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. Birds for sale after Sept. 1st. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. ~ CREVECEURS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for hatch- ing, from my premium birds, $3 per doz., carefully packed. No Circulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire St., P.O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. Address CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK FARM, EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke Stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of Fowls at reasonable prices. Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, White Leghorns. Eggs for Hatching: Asiatics $5, and White Leghorns $3 per sitting. Blooded Horses and Short-Horned Cattle. - T. L. McKEEN. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Light Brahmas from the following pens: Duke of Grand Street, weight 15 pounds; Hen’s weight 1) and 12 lbs. each. Lord Byron, weight 14 pounds; Hen’s weight 12 pounds. Pegs from the above $5.00 per doz. Partridge Cochins from extra nice stoc Eggs, $5.0 per dozen. White Crested White Polands, White Crestea Black Polands, Silver Spangled Polands, Gold Laced Sebright Bantams, Eggs from above varieties, $3.00 per dozen. The above are all Premium Stock, carefully selected by myself at the various Poultry Fairs in 1873. No Eggs sent C.O.D. All orders filled in rotation. EMORY CARPENTER, 44 Grand Street, Hartford Conn. “BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, EEO G eRe, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. G M. TUXBURY, West Amesbury, Mass., Importer and Breeder of Pure Brown Leghorns. Eggs, $3.00 per dozen. Send for descriptive circular. BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 per doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $8 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game Bantam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. 1st. . S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. BROWN LEGHORNS, BRED FROM STOCK IMPORTED PER BARK ASA FITCH. EGGS, Carefully packed, at $3 per dozen. J. B. VANDERWATER, Box 960, Middletown, Conn. Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most. of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for Price List. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—From P. Cochins, Buffs, and Dark Brahmas. 4 1 stock. Pedigree given. Orders filled immediately. $3 to $4 per sitting. Carefully packed for any distance. DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn, ONE PAIR WHITE DUTCHIES, WELL BOOTED. Price, $8.00. JOS. M. WADE, Philadelphia, Pa. BREEDERS’ AND GROWERS’ DIRECTORY. The most complete Directory of Breeders and Growers of every class ever published in this country, to be issued this season. For informa- tion, address early, T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn. Send 10 cents for sample of Poultry Journal, &c. EGGS! C.0.D. ©. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY.—4 few pairs of superior Black and and Red Carrier Pigeons for sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, #4. Bronze Turkeys, $5. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury Ducks, $38. At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1873, I was awarded first pre- mium and two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark prea second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze urkeys. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. W. H. TODD, VERMILION, OHIO.—High-class Poultry; Asia- tics a grand specialty. Over thirty varieties of Land and Water Fowls— winners of 854 prizes at great State and Poultry Shows in three years. Fowls to spare and Eggs for Hatching. Price List free. New Catalogue, large and splendid, describing forty breeds, with large life-like cuts of all the Brahmas and Cochins, and eighteen varieties of Land and Water Fowls, giving much valuable information, for 10 cents. THE “ POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Fees from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards, Send for new illustrated Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, S . $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 3.00 Seat White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 BS Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 as Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.0.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. circular. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 351 WHITE LEGHORNS ELECTROTYPES OF ANY CUTS APPEARING IN THIS JOURNAL A SPECIALTY. FOR SALE, FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, AT REASONABLE PRICES. EGGS NOW READY AT adress FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia. eS Pe SNA aa BACON, WHITE SWANS.—Just imported from Europe, and arrived in Cambridgeport, Mass. fine condition, Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare|~__ |, = and choice birds, to arrive int farce weeks. Now booking orders. Price, DARK BRAHMA PLYMOUTH ROCK $35 per pair. LEWIS RUHE. 98 Chatham St, New York. EGGS EGGS EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, From First Premium Fowls, Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, | FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN: AT TWO DOLLARS . Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black JOS. M. WADE PER SITTING. Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Buff Cochins. Black Red aatet R E, R. HAYWARD, Game Bantams. Golden Sebrights. PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. EASTON, MASS. Rev. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. EGGS FOR SALE.—from all the principal varieties of Fowls, FOWLS, EGGS, PIGEONS, SONG BIRDS AND RABBITS. | especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams. Send for Price List to LITTLEMAN, Springfield, Ohio. Rev. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. NEW HIGH-CLASS SERIAL WORK ON PIGEONS, UNIFORM WITH THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF POULTRY. IN MONTHLY PARTS. PRICE, 50 CENTS PER NUMBER. SENT SAFELY BY MAIL ON RECEIPT OF PRICE. lols RATED BOOK OF PIG ROMS. By ROBERT FULTON, ASSISTED BY THE MOST EMINENT FANCIERS. EDITED AND ARRANGED BY LEWIS WRIGHT, Author of “The Illustrated Book of Poultry,” ‘The Practical Poultry-Keeper,’ “ The Brahma Fowl,” &c. CONTAINING STANDARDS FOR JUDGING, AND ILLUSTRATED WITH LIFE-LIKE COLORED PLATES, PAINTED BY MR. J. W. LUDLOW EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. Part I ready about April 20. For sale at this Office. Sent free by mail on receipt of price. SIP AINE) vay let IB) (Qs 1d CC, 1ay Je JE IN| (G1, AS REVISED AT THE dS) 10) den JEM ALG) (ST OAN We aaa SB al @)anye January, 1874. Price, $1.00. A COPY OF THE ABOVE WILL BE SENT FREE TO EVERY NEW SUBSCRIBER TO THE “ FANCIERS’ JOURNAL” who remits $2.50 BEFORE THE Ist OF MAY, 1874. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NorTH NINTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. Completed tn Twenty-five Parts. Wee mee ple Oi Sule AS dirk. Ds) \3;O,Ouke © FF. PO UL RaRoys = By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” ““BRAHMA FOWL,” &c., &c. ILLUSTRATED WITH FIFTY COLORED PLATES OF CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY, FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, $15.00. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NinTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. 352 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. SS S & — aS (a CORMAN SERS *£IVUSSIIOU UIYA AIPAO O72 PIAVASUD iS a fh NS *soazad mol ju}‘ol A438 380q OY} UT poazUTaAd savpnoaTD *puvsnoy? oy3 Lq ‘moy AarodaA sodoyoaugq pus ‘ooqy poystuany szng Wild, or Canada Geese, $3.00. SS = = ORS SDR) Dark Brahma Cock. $3.00. SANE ene 3S SMAERS! VOLT GAL: Dark Brahma Hen, $2.50. (ht i it H i lth 4 Lop-Eared Rabbit, $3.00. Belgian Hare Rabbit, $3.00. _ ELECLROTYPES FROM THE ABOVE CUTS FOR SALE, AT PRICES ANNEXED, PRE-PAID BY MAIL. e FANCIERS AND © Uliitky Y.:, LexX@irt AUN Gil: 481 F363 BIRD JOURNAL Vou. I. PHILADELPHIA, JUNE 4, 1874. No. 28. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A NATIONAL POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Ir is not my purpose in this paper to discuss the question whether a National Poultry Association is or is not a neces- sity, for Iam notas yet fully persuaded that we have advan- ced sufficiently far in our poultry experience to know with any degree of certainty, what are our needs in this direction, or the best method by which they can be supplied. The poultry interest is increasing with wonderful rapidity, and with its growth will naturally arise questions of greater or less importance, to be met and solved by some competent authority—questions as to the worth or worthlessness of standards; of their application; of classification of breeds ; of synonyms; of rules for judging ; and many others, which it will become necessary, from time to time, to settle beyond dispute or doubt. The authority to thus settle all these questions has been assumed by the National Poultry Asso- ciation (so called), and we are asked to accept its decisions and its dictum as the law of the land, in all that pertains to poul trymatters. It says in Article 2 of its Constitution :— “The object of this Association shall always be for the per- fection of the American Standard of Excellence, and to consider and discuss all matters of a national character, re- garding the poultry interest at large.’’ This may be all very well, but let us ask from whom has this Association— which asks so much from us—received its authority to lay down the law in all poultry matters of a national character ; or revise or compile a standard which shall be an infallible guide to the amateur, and an inflexible law to the judges ; or by what method of reasoning does it assume a national character in its organization? Most assuredly, its organi- zation at Buffalo, in 1873, and its subsequent action in Jan- uary, 1874, have given a color to the impression, which has in more than one instance found expression, that it partook much more of the character of a close corporation than of a “ National Association.’’ If, in its assumption of a national character, it expects to command that respect and following which should readily be awarded to such an Association, I greatly fear that it is destined to a disappointment of its hopes, and the realization of the fact that for such a mission its present organization is radically defective. A truly National Association should be composed of members duly accredited by the various local societies only, which would give it a national character in the same way in which the Congress of the United States is national, and then all the local societies would have an interest in its organization, and a voice in all its deliberations. Again, in my judgment, a National Association should not attempt to do too much, but should constitute a sort of Court of Appeals for the settlement of all questions which may be submitted to its considerations, and which the local societies do not desire or feel competent to decide, leaving all minor issues to be settled by each local society in its own way. I question very much the propriety, eyen of a National ‘Association j J SMt laying down any fixed rule or law for the government of judges at the local shows, or of holding any national exhi- bition as has been proposed, for the reason that all such attempts are apt to result in failure, and bring in their train a certain loss of dignity, and consequently of influence. The attempt of the present National Association to revise the standard is an instance of this. The standard is every- where pronounced to be a failure, and the Association has lost in dignity and influence by an attempt to do what it was unable to accomplish. Its effort reminds one of ‘the near-sighted hen, who mistook sawdust for Indian meal, partook bountifully, and then laid a nest full of pine knots.” But the poultry men of America do not propose to accept the pine knots for eggs. If, therefore, the National Association will reorganize by accepting duly accredited delegates from local societies only, as members, and confine itself to considerations and discus- sions ‘of all matters of a national character, regarding the poultry interest at large,” and such other questions as may be submitted to its consideration by the local societies, and will not tread upon the corns of the local societies by any imperative law in regard to local matters, I doubt not we may haye a strong and influential society, which will be a great assistant to all local organizations, and command respect and sympathy from all who are interested in poultry. B. Leeuorn. C. A. SWEET vs. A. M. HALSTED. Mr. Epiror: I desire to state some facts in connection with the expul- sion of A. M. Halsted from the American Poultry Associa- tion, and what I_have to say is not for the purpose of entering into any controversy, but simply to place before the public a fair statement of the circumstances that induced the Association, through its Executive Committee, to expel Mr. Halsted. The Convention of the American Poultry Association and the exhibition of the Western New York Poultry Society were held simultaneously, and in the same building, in the city of Buffalo. The entrance to the room in which the Convention was held was through the hall in which said exhibition was being held. The Western New York Poultry Society authorized its President to furnish complimentary season tickets for the exhibition to all delegates to the Con- vention. On the morning of the day that the Convention was to assemble, Mr. Halsted, and a gentleman whom M7. Halsted introduced to me as Mr. Willis, appeared at the exhibition. Mr. Halsted informed me that Mr. Willis, Mr. Reid, and himself had been appointed delegates to the Con- vention by the New York State Poultry Society, and that Mr. Reid was unable to be present. I, as President of the Western New York Poultry Society, gave Mr. Halsted a \complimentary for himself and one made out in the name of NV illis, which latter Mr. Halsted handed to the man NIAy 2 4 2001 ) LIBRARIES — AN AY 354 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. to whom he introduced me as Mr. Willis. Before the Con- vention assembled, Mr. Halsted asked me if I could furnish him a table to write upon, at the same time saying that Mr. Estes, editor of Poultry Bulletin, was quite old and not quick enough to write up the Convention, and desired him (Hal- sted) to do so for the Bulletin; and I will state just here that later in the proceedings of the Convention, when it became apparent for what purpose Mr. Halsted desired to take the minutes of the Convention, I mentioned to Mr. Estes the compliment paid him by Mr. Halsted on his age and ina- bility to write up the Convention, and his (Estes’) desire to have him (Halsted) write up the Convention for the Bulletin, in answer to which Mr. Estes said that he had made no such request of Mr. Halsted; that he considered himself com- petent to attend to his own business, and that he came to the Convention for that purpose. I furnished Mr. Halsted a table, which was placed, at his request, in a remote and out-of-the-way place in the room, and upon the assembling of the Convention both Mr. Halsted and the said Mr. Willis seated themselves at the table, and were busily engaged in writing. One of the first things the Convention did was to adopt, by a unanimous vote, a resolution that the standard which the Convention should agree upon should be the sole and exclusive property of the American Poultry Association, and that no one would be allowed to take the minutes of the Convention except the regular Secretaries. Notwithstanding the unanimous adoption of the above resolution, Mr. Halsted and the said Willis continued to write. My attention was called to this fact, and upon giving the matter a little attention I became convinced that the said Willis was a stenographer, and so reported to some of the members of the Convention. A very close watch was kept upon those two gentlemen from that time until the close of the session, and many members of the Convention reluctantly came to the conclusion that while Mr. Halsted ostensibly came as a delegate from the New York State Poultry Society to assist in making a new standard, his real purpose was to surreptitiously obtain the minutes of the Convention, procure a copyright of the standard, and issue the same as his personal property. At the opening of the next session of the Convention, the President called the attention of the delegates to the resolution forbidding any one except the Secretaries taking minutes, and said, as pre- siding officer, he should be obliged to enforce the rules, and if taking minutes by other persons than the Secretaries was persisted in, it would be his duty to expel such persons. As might have been expected, after the forcible warning of the President, the Convention was not again annoyed by Mr. Halsted, or his stenographer, taking minutes of the proceedings. During the same afternoon Mr. Halsted was suddenly called from the deliberations of the Convention, as he said, by a telegram from home advising him of sick- ness in his family; and the man whom Mr. Halsted intro- duced as Mr. Willis no longer found the sessions of the Convention of any interest, and paid them no attention. Mr. Halsted and his stenographer did not, however, take the same train home, for reasons that will be obvious to any reader. ; After the sessions of the Convention had ceased to be interesting to the stenographer, and after Mr. Halsted had left the city, a telegram was delivered to the Convention addressed ‘‘Albert C. Cochrane, Stenographer to the Poultry Conyention.”’ (I quote the address from memory, and the name may not be strictly correct.) Mr. Cochrane was called for in the Convention, but no one responded; and the Con- vention, not having employed a stenographer, it was a mystery who Mr. Cochrane was. It was suggested that Mr. Cochrane was stenographer to Mr. Halsted instead of the Poultry Convention, and that perhaps Mr. Cochrane and the person whom Mr. Halsted introduced as Mr. Willis, a delegate from New York State Poultry Society, were one and the same person; and a gentleman connected with the Convention took the telegram to the Bloomer Hotel, where the so-called Mr. Willis was stopping, and asked the clerk to hand it to the said Willis, which was done in the presence of the gentlemen who asked the clerk to doit. The result was, the man whom Mr. Halsted introduced as Mr. Willis, a delegate from New York State Poultry Society, opened the telegram which was addressed to ‘Albert E. Cochrane, Stenographer to the Poultry Convention,”’ read it, and did not again visit the Convention, but unceremoniously took the first train for New York or somewhere else. Many per- sons have been hung upon circumstantial evidence less direct and connecting than this; but the committee, after con- sidering the matter, came to the conclusion that Mr. Halsted had endeavored to perpetrate a fraud upon the Convention, and a committee was appointed to investigate the case more fully, and report at the meeting of the Executive Committee appointed to take place at Boston, in February. Upon the assembling of the Executive Committee at Bos- ton, the said Committee of Investigation made a report, which, together with other evidence in the possession of the Executive Committee, induced the writer of this article to offer a resolution of expulsion, which was unanimously adopted. A part of the evidence before the Committee was that a member of the Executive Committee, who was pres- ent at Buffalo and had taken a great interest in maintaining the integrity of the American Poultry Association, had been to New York a few days prior to the Boston meeting of the Executive Committee, and while in New York inquired for Albert E. Cochrane, a stenographer, and found a party who knew Mr. Cochrane, and had known him for years, and this person did point out to the said member of the Executive Committee as Albert EL. Cochrane the same person whom Mr. Halsted introduced as George B. Willis, a delegate to the con- vention from the New York State Poultry Society. Does the candid reader think that the charge that Mr. Halsted was expelled on was a trumped-up charge? Does any fair- minded man who is acquainted with the gentlemen compos- ing the Executive Committee of the American Poultry Association, think they would try a member on a trumped- up charge, or expel him without good and sufficient reason ? Mr. Halsted, in his communication in No. 17, Fanciers’ Journal, objects to the tribunal as incompetent. I may be permitted to say that in my opinion he who objects to such a jury, and would endeavor to shield himself by such frivo- lous technicalities as are contained in said communication, must have a weak case indeed. The claim made by Mr. Halsted that the recourse of the American Poultry Associa- tion was upon the New York State Poultry Society, whose delegate he was, for the evil doings of Mr. Halsted, is too absurd to think of for a moment; and the advancement of such an argument is, and will be, considered as an admission on the part of Mr. Halsted of the truth of the charge and an endeavor to shirk the responsibility. Mr. Halsted’s assertion that he was convicted upon the false testimony of Churchman and Sweet will demand from me only sufficient attention to say that such arguments are unbecoming a gen- FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 355 tleman or a member of the American Poultry Association ; and I have no hesitation in saying that I am willing to sub- mit a question of veracity between Mr. Halsted and myself to the poultry fraternity. In conclusion, I will say that neither malice nor jealousy prompted me to move the expulsion of Mr. Halsted. I have no reasons for entertaining such feelings toward him. My personal acquaintance with him is very limited, and I have never had any business dealings with him. My sole motive in all that I have said or done in the matter was to maintain the honor and integrity of the Association, and had I done less than I did, I should have been recreant to the trust Yours, &e., C. A. SWEET. imposed in me. BuFFALO, May 18, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Ir has not been my intention to enter upon the discussion of the merits or demerits of the American Standard of Ex- cellence as adopted by Convention assembled at Buffalo, N.Y., last January. I would not descry criticism honorably made, but rather invite it, considering it the rectifier of wrongs. Such was expected, but to see the tone of the many offered, based upon the reasons given, would seem to indicate that the standard was not good, because it was made from their birds. Laying aside, however, all criticism of the different varieties, to be brought up and thoroughly investigated at a future meeting of the Association, there appears to be one or two errors that seem to be accepted without facts to back them. We find many complaining that it was not expected to amount to anything, because it was gotten up in a hurry, and for this reason it is desired to call a new convention, to be held at a convenient place, to have a full discussion, representations from all quarters, and there and then make a perfect standard; in the mean time, let all breeders send in their opinions pertaining to matters of such a standard and let them be considered and due weight given them. But, gentlemen, this was just what, was done by our last Convention, and what evidence that a second call will do more than was done, except to lose the confidence of fanciers in all standards. Some complain that only a picked few composed the Convention. Its call was fixed nearly, or quite, a year before its assembly, at a preliminary meeting held at Boston, and there was not a poultry publication in the country but what had some allu- ion to the importance of all attending such an assembly, and the last three or four months quite a large space was devoted in each issue, urging upon all poultry fanciers to attend per- sonally, if possible, and to send in to the Convention a standard of different breeds, just what is asked for in the new proposed convention. A very good number was present; some at a personal expense of a hundred dollars or more, to my certain knowledge; but the number of suggestions of- fered by letters was comparatively very few. On the class of Hamburgs, of which I was a member, not one. The sub- committee were appointed with due consideration to their knowledge of the varieties they represented, and with an endeavor to have different sections of country and strains represented ; at the completion of the committee’s work, the whole matter was open to free discussion by the whole con- vention. If there was any member present that allowed anything to go into that standard, contrary to his opinion, and did not then oppose it, he has no right now to do so through the public press, and shows that he had not confi- dence enough in his own belief to express it, till he found some one to go shoulder to shoulder with him in fault-finding. Again it is claimed, it is impossible to make a good standard in the short space of five days. Those who attended that convention know full well that they did not do the work in the five days of meetings of that assembly; but the real work, the drafting of the reports, the consideration of all the communications received, the discussion of all the points of standard, in fact nearly all the committee work was done in the night hours, which time is not shown upon the printed reports. There were very many who did not retire a single night, during their week’s stay, till after midnight, and some committees, in a few cases, did not till nearly four on the following day. “B” says, in the Jowrnal of May 14, “If this society choose to call a new convention, and will make their invi- tation broad enough to admit all classes of poultry men who may be permitted to take part in the deliberations, without being obliged to pay $3 for the chance, everybody will be satisfied with the arrangement, and ought to be so.” All this was done at the Convention in Buffalo ; ald were in- vited, either personally or as delegates; nothing was men- tioned of an admittance fee, and it was only done for pro- tection after the Convention assembled; then no one was debarred from taking part in the deliberations, for the chair- man, Mr. Churchman, very generously offered to defray the admission fee of any one who did not feel able to bear the expense himself, that it might not be said that three dollars kept any out. Will they be any more satisfied with another convention ? Again he says, ‘‘ The Executive Committee of the Ameri- can Association is composed of but twenty men, and a ‘baker’s dozen’ could hardly be got together at once out of this score of gentlemen, scattered as they are from Maine to California; and these dozen men.ought not to be asked to revise this standard by themselves, it is the people’s work to do, and the masses should meet and complete it rightfully, in concert with this Association.” I agree with him, it is the people’s work. The constitution nowhere admits the Executive Committee power to change the standard, but points out the manner how it shall be done by the Conven- tion at their regular meetings. For this reason I would object having the Executive Committee do anything but carry out the spirit of the constitution, and for all propositions for a change in the standard let them do nothing farther than put such propositions in a form to be presented to the Con- vention at the specified time. Before that time let all, every fancier, who can find a man in the Executive Committee to recommend him, hand his name to that Committee for a membership, connect himself with that body, and wherein the standard is faulty, help by personal effort to make it right. This I believe is the wish of all members of the American Poultry Association, as well as of ANDREW J. TUCK. Nasuua, N. H., May 16, 1874. em yay A down Easter believes there is nothing like adver- tising. He lost his pocketbook recently, advertised his loss in the local newspaper, and next morning went down into his own cellar and found it on the floor. n@ The editor of the American Sportsman, published at Meriden, Conn., has bought a five hundred dollar dog, and meets his belligerent visitors with a happy smile of calm ; content. 356 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. > Pouttry Department: (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE ECONOMIC VALUE OF BROWN LEGHORNS. No breed of fowls has risen more rapidly, and at same time more meritoriously, in the esteem of poultry men than that of Brown Leghorns. As to the time of their first im- portation and introduction into this country we shall not argue. It is sufficient for our purpose to know that the breed from comparative obscurity, four years ago, has suddenly claimed and secured the attention of the entire poultry-loving public; and, what is of greater importance, has done it through merit alone. Much has been said in favor of this breed, and, so far as I know, nothing against it. This is probably as high praise as could be given. As layers I have never found anything to surpass them. I find their eggs are of fair size, and almost always fertile. As egg-producers they rank high above the Cochins; this has been my experience at least. After all the main profit in poultry raising to the farmer and market man lies rather in the production of eggs than in the rearing of fowls, and this is the great merit of the Brown Leghorns. It is fair to say that they will produce, bird for bird, an average of at least sixty per cent. more eggs than common dunghill fowls, and fully that much more than the average of fancy breeds. I have nothing to say against the Asiatics; I am a warm admirer of them, and have bred them with a good degree of success for years, but when they come to table I prefer the flavor and tenderness of the four-pound Leghorn to the comparative coarseness of his more majestic friend. In fact the better quality of the meat makes up in lack of quantity to my taste. The extreme hardiness of the Brown Leghorns is one of their strongest recommendations. They will thrive where | any other variety will. Their only drawback is their im- mense combs, which, now and then, are severely frozen, and, of course, their beauty is ina measure destroyed. This, however, is true with almost all single-combed fowls. I have found them to lay well when confined in a small yard, but they do much better when they are allowed to range, at least a part of the day, and forage for themselves. Not only the number but also the size of the eggs, increases when they are given some range. Another valuable feature is their propensity to mature early and lay early. This is of double advantage: it secures barbecues and roasts much earlier, and, at the same time, gives greater opportunity to rear large flocks with a certainty of their coming to maturity before the cold weather of win- ter. Asiatics and other large breeds are not apt to produce matured birds if hatched later than June, but Leghorns can be hatched in August with a good chance of their reaching full development and returning their cost in eggs before some of their larger neighbors have begun to hunt for nests. This, to the poultry man, whether supplying spring chickens or eggs is a matter of some importance. Of course where one has near neighbors, and desires his fowls to run at large, it will be difficult to get along with Brown Leghorns, or any other light-bodied and large- winged fowls. I had some provoking, and at the same time amusing, experience of this last winter; when getting ready for the exhibition, and after my fowls had been entered, I found two of my best hens with their tails cut off, and this in January when they could not harm anything whatever. The secret of it all was that they had trespassed on a neigh- bor’s garden walk. It was hard to take, but I preserved my equanimity, and won my premium a few days later on two of their mates. A. N. RB. Lock HAVEN, Pa. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SHIPPING EGGS LONG DISTANCES. Mr. Eprror: As the question is often asked, whether eggs will hatch after being transported long distances, for the benefit of all parties interested we will give you the result from some Light and Dark Brahma eggs obtained from Mr. W. H. Todd, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 357 Vermilion, Ohio: We received the eggs (twenty-eight in number), the 30th day of March last, very ingeniously packed ina light, strong box, with cushions extending across the ends, covering about two-thirds of the bottom; the cover securely fastened by screws, with strong hickory han- dle; directions plain and easily read, with the customary directions to carriers. A perfectly safe package for trans- porting eggs any distance. Three nests had been prepared for the eggs, and the hens nicely sitting before the eggs arrived. Upon their arrival they were immediately placed under the hens—ten under one, nine under each of the others. From the twenty-eight eggs we obtained twenty- three nice chicks—eleven Dark and twelve Light Brahmas. At the present writing they are all well and thrifty. The distance travelled is more than twenty-seven hundred miles. By rail it is twenty-six hundred and seventy; by stage twenty-eight; horseback six. This result, after a trial of railway, stage, and horseback travelling, completely does away with the notion that ‘‘ travelled eggs will not hatch.”’ Our suceess is due, first, to the honesty of the seller in send- ing fresh eggs; second, to the faithful and scientific manner in which they were packed; third, to our own care of the eggs and hens while sitting. Nine-tenths of the misfortunes resulting in failures, we believe, occur through mismanagement or neglect on the part of the buyer placing too many eggs under the hens, and not giving them proper attention while sitting. To meet with success, requires care and attention from the time the eggs are placed under the hen until the chicks are removed. If the purchaser of valuable eggs would always perform his duty as faithfully as he expects the seller to perform his, we would have less charges of dishonesty, and less fault- finding with Express companies, &c., &c. Wesend you this result, hoping you will publish it for the benefit of all fanciers and breeders. Respectfully, BurruMm & STocKTon. Horniros, Cau., May 15, 1874. DIFFERENCE OF OPINION. How many times in our school days have we followed in our writing books the copy ‘‘ Many men of many minds ?”’ Well, it is true, for were we all agreed, this world would lack sadly that variety needed as the spice of life. Thus, our friend Pitkin thinks chickens can be killed with kind- ness, while we do not. We have chickens of all ages, from forty-eight hours to three months—Light and Dark Brah- mas, Plymouth Rocks, and Partridge Cochins. We kept them housed most of the time, until within a fortnight. They occupied warm, dry rooms, with sanded floor and plenty of sun—no fire. Have warmed bricks and planks and laid on the floor for them to stand upon many a time during March and April. Have one hundred and seventy- five, and have fed them upon everything you can think of, but ‘‘addled eggs.” Eggs boiled hard, the yolks only being used ; bread crumbs soaked in milk; meat of all kinds. I prefer during cold weather, beef suet chopped fine. At the present time I feed beef scraps, bought in Boston by the quantity, soaked in boiling water and fed when cool; grease of all kinds in small qnantities stirred into their dough; onions, cabbage, and grass; clover heads picked from the hay mow; grass seed gathered from the barn floor under the hay; hemp seed; mud worms cut up and mixed with fresh earth, which has been warmed and dried in a dripping pan on the stove, and put in piles for them to scratch over and dust themselves in; Indian meal and shorts; oatmeal baked ; Indian meal cakes; pounded or cracked-corn; ground bone and wheat, not screenings, as we do not consider them profit- able. How is that for variety? They have plenty of fresh warmth, and no sickness, and a more lively flock of chickens you would never wish to see; always ready for their rations, which they get with punctuality five times a day. I feed them at six, nine, one, three, and six. Onions we do not recommend, as we have seen—as friend Pitkin says—our chickens so paralyzed as to show a desire to stand on their heads rather than their feet, soon after eating them, acting very much like those “little witches ”’ we used to make with bits of lead and piths from the corn stalk, that would pop over so curiously if stood upon the end not leaded. I forgot the salt. We give them salt in their food every day, they never miss it from their puddings and cakes any more than we do from ours. We never saw a case of gapes that we know of, neither of roup, or any of the diseases so fatal to chiekens. One of our neighbors lost every one of his turkey chicks last spring, in the manner referred to in the last Fanciers’ Journal. They became blind, refused to eat, and drooped and died. We have had two or three blind chickens this spring, but hope it will not prove a disease. S. B.S. West AMESBURY, Mass., May 19, 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A PUZZLE. A FANCIER sends the following letter to us to decipher, and at the same time he thinks it would puzzle a Phila- delphia lawyer. We agree with him, and certainly cannot recommend it as a model order for eggs, which it appears to be intended for: SUFFIELD May 16th 1874 Dear Str I was reading your Advertisement in the paper about your eggs for Hatching they are $2.00 per doz. if I take a doz and when they are Hatched I will give you one or two if you will do so please send on one doz partrige Cochin eggs if not please write to the Address of (No address being given.) Write soon (For Fanciers’ Journal.) CONNECTICUT POULTRY NOTES. THE State Society held its regular quarterly meeting in Hartford, May 12th, which was largely attended, and was in session from 10 aM. to 4 P.M. The constitution was amended so that the number of Vice-Presidents shall be fif- teen, instead of two, as formerly, and the following gentle- men were elected: Charles R. Hart, Hartford, First Vice- President; Charles H. Crosby, Danbury; H. W. Conklin, Hartford ; George W. Bradley, Hamden; T. A. Todd, New Haven; S. J. Bestor, Hartford; Charles L. Mitchell, New Haven; W. H. Lockwood, Hartford; S. A. Bassett, New Haven; H. L. Welch, Hartford; J. Boardman Smith, North Haven; Edward §. Brewer, Hartford; A. E. Hart, Hartford; C. C. Plaisted, Hartford; Charles Ruickholdt, New Haven. It was voted to make the entrance fee at the next exhibition one dollar per coop on fowls and fifty cents on pigeons and minor pets. A large amount of routine business was transacted, and important measures inaugu- rated toward preparing for the next annual exhibition, 358 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. which is to be held in Hartford, December 16-19. Com- mittees on special premiums, purchasing exhibition coops for the Society, amending the Constitution, ete., were appointed, and it was voted to hold the next quarterly meeting in New Haven. A very lively discussion concerning the new standard took place, resulting in the adoption of the following reso- lution, which was opposed by only one speaker and two or three votes: HARTFORD, May 12, 1874. To THE AMERICAN PouLTRY ASSOCIATION. At ameeting of the Connecticut State Poultry Society, held in Hart- ford, May 12th, it was Resolved, That this Society recognize the American Poultry Associa- tion as composed of high-minded, honorable gentlemen, every way quali- fied to pass upon and adopt a Standard of Excellence such as shall meet the approbation of breeders generally throughout the country; that we commend their labors at the Convention at Buffalo, and are willing to stand by them and give our support in their endeavors to “ perpetually improve” the standard of breeding in this country; that we learn with pleasure that an early meeting of the Society is to be called for the pur- pose of correcting the errors which are apparent in the first edition of the Standard. H. H. Stopparp, C. A. PITKIN, J.S. GILMAN, Committee on Resolutions. The feeling—almost unanimous, I may say—among fan- ciers and breeders in this vicinity relating to the standard is, that while it is not perfect, it is not faulty through any intention on the part of the compilers. There is a strong feeling of confidence in the officers and members of the American Association. They are considered gentlemen who have only the best interest of the poultry breeders and fanciers at heart, and it is believed that every honest criti- cism and every notice of omissions or errors will receive at their hands only courteous and prompt attention. In this belief and with this feeling the meeting thought it advisable to say what it did in the resolution above given. And now—if you will allow me space—just one word from your correspondent. I have probably read every article (some twenty-five in number) that has appeared against the standard, and carefully separating the honest criticisms and notes on apparent typographical and other errors from the articles which are clearly prompted from jealousy and chagrin, I find that the American Association can very easily make such corrections as will render the standard generally acceptable to the breeders of the coun- try. The Association has drawn out the respect and ad- miration of all right-thinking and honest breeders by the very dignified and courteous course it has pursued through all the mud and rotten-ege throwing it has had to endure since three or four persons, who care more for a little cheap notoriety than for a clear conscience, commenced their bil- lingsgate and contemptible personalties in writing upon the new standard. The American Association, I know, is above all that sort of thing, and can not be injured by it; but the temptation was strong to make it hot for the anonymous and other villifiers, and, for one, I am pleased to note that the per- sons attacked have thought their powder worth more than the game. Evidently every person who has real cause for complaint will be heard, and corrections made accordingly ; so that those who are attempting to create a disturbance for the sake of bringing themselves into notice will be the only dissatisfied ones in the country. The best thing they can do is to call a convention and see what a figure they will cut before the country. I should like to read over the list of persons who would attend it, and above all, I should like to have Mr. Burnham write it up under the head of the | Standard Fever, and show up its humbuggery, as he once did the questionable transactions of the old-time fanciers. Mr. Burnbam would certainly find a-fine field at that con- vention for the flow of his genial humor. I am glad to see the call from the Secretary of the Ameri- can Association for corrections, and to learn that those who have found omissions and errors are promptly notifying him of the same, as the officers evidently intend to correct the standard at once. The prospects for the best exhibition ever held in this State are very flattering for next fall. Mr. Andrew Sugden, of Hartford, has imported a fine flock of Crevecceurs. A FEW WORDS OF EXPLANATION. It seems to be scarcely appreciated by our Hartford cor- respondent, this week, that the Fanciers’ Journal is not in the habit of indulging in ‘throwing mud,” ete. We must insist that our friends also must not, in these columns, com- mit this folly. We have patiently heard and given in our paper space to both sides, upon this standard question. Our writers have accompanied their strictures with their proper signatures, or we know them all. And we have, editorially and other- wise, contended that the American Poultry Association is the only proper authority to call a new convention, if one be held, and through its auspices that the standard should be revised—as that Association proposes to do. The resolution passed by the Connecticut Poultry Society, Muy 12, 1874, is perfectly proper, but we do not opine that the A. P. A. meeds any such indorsement. No body, that we remember, has said aught against this national organi- zation (certainly not in our columns), but the comments published, generally, have rather pointed in the main to the hurried action of some of the ‘‘Committees of the Buffalo Convention,’ ete. That faults exist in the standard is evi- dent, since the officers of the A. P. A. have already an- nounced that they desire communications from all our fanciers, with a view to correcting the errors, omissions, etc., which may be fairly pointed out. This is as it should be, and no one can reasonably object to it. Our Hartford correspondent’s idea that Mr. G. P. Burn- ham, who twenty years ago wrote such a lively, humorous record of the ‘*hen fever”’ of that time, might, under the head of the ‘‘‘standard fever,’ to-day, show up its humbug- gery, as he formerly did the questionable transactions of the old-time fanciers,’ is not a bad one. We agree with our Hartford friend, that ‘Mr. B. would certainly find a fine field at the Convention for the flow of his genial humor.” As to the American Poultry Association, itself, however, we yield to none in our estimation of the high-minded and honorable character of the gentlemen composing it. And, since our Hartford correspondent finds that ‘‘the A. P. A. can very easily make such corrections as will render the new standard generally acceptable,”’ we trust that what they pro- pose to do, in this direction, will end further controversy, as it ought to. But we fail to see where the “ billingsgate,”’ the ‘‘contemptible personalities,”’ or the ‘‘mud and rotten- egg throwing’? comes in, as yet. We repeat it, in these columns, while we shall continuously contend for courtesy and civility with a// our correspondents, we shall not forget the requirements of fair play, in all legitimate discussions, and shall insist in such matters upon the adoption of ‘the golden rule.’’ FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 859 CorRESpONDENCE. THE STANDARD. Eprror Fanciers’ JOURNAL: It appears to me that the old standard is satisfactory to the majority of fanciers; but if there are to be any altera- tions, I would suggest that they revise with open doors, being previously prepared by candid and thorough discussion through the leading poultry journals, and afterwards sub- «jected to the closest scrutiny and criticism, and then printed in book form as nearly perfect as possible. If the price is to be one dollar, let it be bound in cloth. The breeding of fancy poultry will soon deteriorate if there is a necessity of a new standard every year. To illus- trate, we will take the Houdans into consideration: fanciers that have spent many years and been at great expense to have this breed brought as near to perfection as possible, will now have to discard their favorite breed for not having the fifth toe. Truly yours, T. SMirH. Srony Brook, N. Y. Mr. J. M. WADE: I have a splendid pair of Pouters. The hen has been sitting on the nest daily since last January; occasionally the cock sits with her. They seem to be well mated, and I am positive that they are male and female, but the latter does not lay. Can you suggest the probable reason and I will relate another case in my flock, in which two hen pigeons, a Pouter and Tumbler, both sit on one nest, in which they have laid two eggs each. They take turns sitting during the day, while both sit at night, and are just as friendly as if they were a hen and cock well mated. Yours truly, W.C. Harr. CuLinton, May 17, 1874. [ We should separate the Pouters at once, and if the hen is valuable let her fly for awhile. Should there be any danger of her flying away, we would mate her to a strong common pigeon, or another Pouter cock, before letting her out. IRfshe does not breed with him, dispose of her at once. It is quite common for two hens to mate and lay four eggs. They will sit more or less irregularly during the day, but will always sit together during the night.—ED. | DEATH OF JOHN THOMSON, JR. Ata meeting of the Executive Committee of the Bucks County Poultry Association the following resolutions were passed : Resolved, That the announcement of the death of our fellow member and brother fancier, John Thomson, Jr., is received with feelings of deep regret. Resolved, That he was an earnest, faithful worker in the cause, ever honorable in all his transactions, and an agree- able, genial companion. Resolved, That we tender to the surviving members of his family our sympathy and regret in their deep afiliction. Resolved, That the Corresponding Secretary be requested to communicate the action of the Association for publica- tion in the Fanciers’ Journal. Tuos. H. Watton, DoyLEstown, May 25, 1874, Cor. Secretary. Mr. J. M. Wanvz. Dear Sir: Wishing to make your Journal of use to your subscribers in every possible way, I will undertake to answer M. B. K.’s question. I hope in so doing I will not rob some poor attorney of his lawful fees. It is unlawful to shoot, trap, or catch wild pigeons during any time of the year, except the months of October, Novem- ber, and December. If a wild pigeon has been so far tamed, that it will go and return to its place of abode, you have no right to shoot it. You have no right to shoot your neighbor’s pigeons, of either kind, although they be found trespassing on your lands or premises. If they do you an injury, you have an action against their owner. Trover les for animals naturally wild and tamed, although they may have strayed away, unless they have regained their natural liberty. In a wild animal an owner has a qualified property—contradistinguished from an absolute property— which he has in tame animals; thus, deers in a park; hares or rabbits in an inclosed warren; doves in a dove-house; pigeons, pheasants, or partridges in a mew; hawks that are fed and commanded by an owner; fish in a private pond ; or any animal which has been reclaimed from a wild state; but when once they have gained their liberty, the owner has not, nor is able to reduce them to his command or possession, he then will have lost his right or possession to them. To break into a coop and steal—is larceny. Yours, Isaac VAN WINKLE. GREENVILLE, N. J Mr. J. M. WADE. _ Dear Sir: To any one sending you a club of 6 (with $12), for the Journal, before July, I will send a sitting of eggs from my Buff or Partridge Cochins, every egg warranted to be from an imported prize bird. Imported by myself this year. Very respectfully yours, W. C. Monroz, M.D. POULTRYVILLE, N. Y. kes~ A MerciruLt Frrenp.—An elephant belonging to an English garrison in the Indies, was one day amusing himself with his chain in an open part of the town, when a man who had committed a theft, and was pursued by a great number of people, despairing of all other means of safety, ran under the elephant. Apparently delighted with the poor man’s confidence, the creature instantly faced about and met the crowd, erected his trunk, and threw his chain in the air, as is the manner of these animals when engaged with the enemy, and became so furious in defence of the criminal, that, notwithstanding all the gentle arts made use of by the surrounding multitude, neither they, or even his mahout or driver—to whom he was fondly attached—and who was sent for to manage him, could prevail with him to give up the malefactor. The animal’s wonderful kindness met with reward. After three hour’s contest the governor heard of this strange rebellion to the laws of the iand, and came to the scene of struggle. He was so much pleased with the generous perseverence of the honest quadruped, that he yielded to the elephant’s interposition, and pardoned the criminal. The poor man, in an ecstacy of gratitude, testified his acknowledgement by kissing and embracing the proboscis of his kind benefactor, who was apparently so sensible of what had happened, that, laying aside all his former violence, he became perfectly tame and gentle in an instant, and suffered his keeper to conduct him away with- out the least resistance. 360 FANCIERS’ Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by Josepu M. WADE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. co) , Sores J OURNAL an) OULTRY (Gzcnansz, Z JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year, Specimen Copies, by mail, Per Annum to Canada,..... Per Annum to England... ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid..............e6 $1 20, displayed.... 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid.....10 80, co 3 1 page, 216 lines, solid. 21 60, ‘n eee .32 40 Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid for in advance. SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. DOUBLE-YOLKED EGGS. Ir is often said that double-yolked eggs will not hatch. However, two of my poultry friends attempted the experi- ment with the following results, and with fair success in the first instance, on account of assistance being rendered soon after the shell was found to be broken at each end by the chicks. On being released they were entirely separated and distinctly formed, but unfortunately lived only about ten days. In the other case, the egg was sat upon the usual time, twenty-one days, when it was noticed to be breaking at one end, and supposing that the chicks would be able to help themselves, the precautions mentioned in the first instance were omitted, and it was left to hatch naturally ; but unfor- tunately they could not free themselves from the shell, and were afterward found dead, though, like the others mentioned, perfectly developed and disconnected, as proven (out of curi- osity) by picking the shell off. So it appears, that though they may be perfectly formed, which is not always the case (and therefore not advisable to make a practice of sitting them), it is necessary to remove a considerable portion of the shell as soon as indications of hatching are noticed, since they cannot turn in the shell and work to advantage as a single chick is able to do. WE would call the particular attention of fanciers to the article on our first page entitled A NATIONAL* POULTRY ASSOCIATION. It seems to us that ‘* Brown Leghorn’! points the way to a peaceful solution of the present difficulties in our Ameri- can Poultry Association. To give entire satisfaction, the Association must be composed of delegates duly elected by the State Societies. We doubt very much whether any standard would be perfectly acceptable revised by the or- ganization as it now stands. As we go to press we receive notice of a meeting of the Executive Committee of the American Poultry Association, to be held at the Metropolitan Hotel, in New York City, on Wednesday morning, July 22, 1874, at half-past 10 o’clock See advertisement on page 364. JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TRIPS AMONG THE FANCIERS. DEAR JOURNAL: Feeling the need of a little recreation we resolved upon taking another short trip among the fanciers. Accordingly, on a bright May morning, we started off to make a long promised visit to our friend and brother fancier, A. P. Groves. A ride of eight miles on the North Pennsylvania Railroad brought us to the city of brotherly love; proceed- ing to the depot of the Philadelphia and Reading Railroad, we took our seat in the train bound for Chestnut Hill. Leav- ing the cars at Willow Grove Station, a couple of minutes’ walk brought us to the residence of our friend, whom we found awaiting our arrival. After a pleasant greeting and cordial welcome, we were invited to inspect his stock. Our attention was first called to the Buff Cochins, which were of excellent size and color. At present Mr. Groves is breeding from the buff cockerel which he purchased at the Buffalo Show, and we think that the judges who gave him first premium at Buffalo, and special for best Buff Cochin cock- erel at Philadelphia, will agree with us when we say that he isa magnificent bird. Mr. Groves is working him on some fine large hens and expects something fine in the way of Buffs. His Buffs have unlimited range in an apple or- chard, with plenty of shade and grass—two things so essen- tial in rearing Buff Cochins. Next we were shown his Partridge Cochins; these were also excellent in size and color, some of the hens showing good pencilling and the cocks were equally good. One young cock, in particular, which he purchased of P. Williams, of Taunton, Mass., is a re- markably large, heavy-built bird, with a splendid hackle and saddle. Mr. Groves is making a specialty of Buff and Partridge Cochins, and expects to produce some excellent birds of each variety, this season, in time for competition at our various exhibitions the coming winter, and we think he will not be disappointed. The young chicks, of which he has some sixty or seventy, have unlimited range on the lawn and ina large meadow. At the time of our visit they were hardly grown sufficient to enable us to judge what they would eventually be. In an inclosure, back of the stable, we were shown a beautiful pair of Black Red Game Ban- tams; the hen was a perfect little gem, and judging from the dignified manner in which the little cock strutted about he considered himself equal to the gigantic Cochin cocks in the meadow. Our attention was next directed to the Pigeon loft, which contained quite a collection of choice birds, consisting of Fantails; Blue, Black, and White Archangels ; Trumpeters ; Black and White Magpies; Jacobins, Barbs; Black and Red Tumblers of various colors. We expressed a wish to see one tumble, whereupon our host took an old Black Mottled cock off his nest, carried him out a short distance from the loft, and tossed him up into the air, when he immediately began a series of revolutions, which proved to our satisfac- tion that he was a tumbler, both in name and deed. After _ chatting for an hour or two longer with our friend upon poultry matters in general, he accompanied us to the station; and with a promise to renew our visit we bade him adieu, stepped aboard the train, and were soon on our way back by the route which we had come in the morning. W. E. Flower. yes A sure way to break hens from eating their eggs— break their necks. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 361 Pigeon DepaRTmeNt- MOORE'S WORK ON PIGEONS. (Continued from page 327.) In every nest you must put a straw basket, or earthen pan, both which are made and adapted to this very purpose; for besides that by this means the eggs are prevented from rolling out of the nest, you need never handle your young pigeons, if you have a mind to look on them, which often puts them into a scouring. Some like the basket best, as judging it warmest, and not so liable to crack the egg when first laid; others are for the pan, as not so apt to harbor vermin, and say that the foregoing inconveniences are easily remedied by giving them a sufficient quantity of clean straw or frail. The frail is most valued because it lies hollow, and will last a great while, for, when your young ones have left their nest, ’tis but taking hold of the ends of the frail and the dung will shake off it, and the frail be as fit for use as before. - As for your trap or aviary, it is always built on a platform or floor of deals, on the outside of your house, that your pigeons may have free passage intoit. It is formed of laths nailed so close together that the smallest pigeon can’t make its escape through it. Some build these very small, with three doors, one on each side, which all draw up together by pulling a single string, intending chiefly to catch stray pigeons, whom they decoy into it, by strewing hempseed, or rape, and canary, which all pigeons are very fond of. Others build them very wide and lofty, so that four or five persons may conveniently stand in them together, with a shelf or two on every side, designing them to give room and air to pigeons of the homing sort, which they are obliged to keep confined ; this practice is of very great use, by keeping such prisoners in a good state of health. In order to complete your loft, you must furnish it with proper meat boxes, and bottles and stands for water. Your meat box ought to be formed in the shape of a hopper, as a reservoir for their food. It must be covered over on the top, to prevent them from dunging among the grain; from hence the meat descends into a square shallow box, fenced in with rails or holes on each side, to keep them from flirting the grain over on the floor amongst their own dung. Your water-bottle should be a large glass bottle, with a long neck, holding three or four gallons, and its belly made in the form of an egg to keep them from dunging on it. This bottle should be set upon a stand or three-footed stool, made hollow at top to receive the belly, and let the mouth into a small pan; your water will by this means gradually descend out of the mouth of the bottle, as your pigeons drink it, and be sweet and clean, and always stop when the surface of the water meets with the mouth of the bottle. The reason of which is this: the belly of the bottle being entirely close at top, keeps off all the external pressure of the atmosphere, which, pressing hard upon the surface of the water in the pan which is contiguous to that in the bottle, is too potent for the small quantity of air which is conveyed into the belly of the bottle with the water, and which con- sequently, as being the lighter matter, rises to the top of the bottle as it stands in its proper situation; but the water being sucked away by your pigeons, that it no longer touches the mouth of the bottle, the confined air exerts its power, and causes the water to descend till they become contiguous as before. THE METHOD OF MATCHING OR PAIRING YOUR PIGEONS. Your loft being thus finished and equipped, my next in- structions shall be, how to match or pair your pigeons to- gether; and here we must observe, that though they are very constant when mated to each other, seldom or never suing a divorce, except when either of them grow sick or very old, yet it is sometimes very difficult to make them couple to your liking. The best way therefore to effect what you desire on this head, is to erect two coops, usually called by the fanciers matching places, close together; let the partition between be made of lath, that they may see each other, and you may easily contrive it so that they may both eat and drink out of the same vessels; feed them often with hempseed, which will make them salacious, and when you observe the hen to sweep her tail and show to the cock, as he plays in the other pen, you may then put her in to him, and they will soon be matched. But if, for want of this convenience, you are obliged at first to put them both into one coop, always put the cock in first, for three or four days or a week, and let him get master of the place, especially if the hen be a virago, or else they will fight so much as perhaps may settle in them an absolute aversion forever after; but if the cock be first master of the house he will beat the hen, if obstinate, into compliance. Your pigeons being thus matched, turn them loose into your loft, and let them choose what nest they best like; or, if you have a mind to fix them to any particular nest, you may effect it in this manner: make a lath machine, the length of your breeding places, closed in at top and bottom with boards, and projecting out as far as your loft will conveni- ently allow; oneof your top boards must lift up with hinges, in order to put in meat and water; this you may hang before any hole, and put your pigeons in it, and when they have been five or six days used to the nest, take it away—in the night is the best time—and they will keep to that nest. The same method may be used, and is very good, to pre- vent your strain being adulterated by a false tread, which an over salacious hen will often submit to. Therefore keep them up by this method till the hen has laid both her eggs, then take it away and give them their liberty, till the hen has fed off her soft meat, then the hen will begin to be sala- cious again, therefore at that time confine them as before, and you are sure to keep your strain pure and entire. This method is somewhat troublesome, and therefore not worth using but for your best pigeons; as for those who breed for the dish, ’tis no matter whether they are bastardized or not. TO KNOW A COCK FROM A HEN. Having thus informed you how to mate or pair your pigeons, I shall next give you some instructions how to form (To be continued.) FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Smaue Pet Department: 4a All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I. IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) TO REAR YOUNG BIRDS TAKEN FROM THE NEST. THERE are many birds inhabiting our woods, which are excellent songsters, and make interesting pets when confined in cages; but, unless they are procured when quite young, they will gradually pine away, and some morning be found dead upon their perch. When you have discovered a nest containing the kind of birds which you desire to rear, if they are nearly feathered, remove them, nest and all, to a large cage; if not, visit the nest daily until the young birds’ eyes are opened, then remove them. They had better be placed upon the bottom of the cage, for fear, if they were placed higher, they might in their restlessness fall out of the nest. Feed them upon insects, seeds, etc.; or, if they are of a large species, on ripe fruit and berries. A better plan is to secrete yourself a few days before you remove the young birds near the nest, so that you can watch unobserved the food the mother brings them, and imitate this diet as nearly as possible. A good artificial food, suitable for all species of birds, can be made as follows: Take of canary seed three parts, and oats one part; grind them in a coffee mill, and pulverize the crushed grains in a mortar; now sift this through a linen cloth, to obtain the flnest particles; mix this with fresh blood—the blood from a chicken will answer—to the consistency of new putty; roll this dough into balls about the size of peas, or, if for a little kind of birds, into a smaller size. Give them these balls as often as possible—at least feed them every two hours during the day. Water can be given by dipping a straw in water and allowing the drop that clings to it to fall into their opened mouths. Give but a drop or twoatatime. At night cover them with cotton or wool, and feed them as early in the morning as possible. Keep the following italicized sentence firmly impressed on your mind: Without a great deal of attention, your birds will surely die. Pau. Loatce. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) BARN SWALLOWS. THERE are but few people who try to protect barn swal- lows as they deserve to be protected; yet, I believe, as the following incident will show, they devour more insects than any other bird that flies. One April day the swallows were flying around my barn, one after another, in a steady stream. Desiring to examine them more closely, I procured a bamboo fishing pole, and after a few attempts succeeded in hitting one. No sooner had it struck the ground than it vomited a surprising number of insects. Now, if oue swallow will catch so many, what a number a flock will devour in twelve hours. IDK, aby Ae soe (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A SQUASH BIRD BOX. Mr. Eprror: I have noticed in former departments quite a variety of devices for making cheap bird boxes, but have seen none . that could approach either in cheapness or reliability the following: Take a dry, hard-shelled squash, in the centre cut a hole, about the diameter of a two-cent piece; remove the seed all through this apperture, and fasten it by means of a string toa tree or out-house. This is for wrens. Of course, if intended for blue-birds, the hole will have to be enlarged. ; A few weeks ago, at evening, I fastened such a box toa tree near my residence, and early the next morning a wren had commenced building in it. Who can beat this? T. E. SHRIVE. PEMBERTON, N. J. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE FERRET. Ferrets (commonly called English ferrets) are of the specie of the weasel. They are natives of Africa, and found in abundance there in their wild state; but for a great many years have been brought into England and the United States and domesticated. They are used for driving rats from cellars, granaries, &c., and are also used, with great success, in hunting the small gray rabbit, so abundant in our Northern and Western States. The ferret, being muzzled, goes into the hole and drives the rabbit from his burrow, when he becomes an easy prey for the hunter, either prepared with net or gun, The object in muzzling the ferret is, that if not muzzled they will attack the rabbit in his burrow, and, after killing him, suck his blood until they become so gorged as to lie down beside their prey and sleep two or three days at a time, causing the hunter much trouble and perplexity, as he is often compelled to leave them for the time or dig them out. The process of muzzling is done in different ways; one by running a needle and stout thread through the upper lip, thence down under the lower jaw, with a knot which prevents their getting their mouth open; but a much better way consists in the following manner: Take a very coarse waxed end or thread, pass it through the mouth between the jaws, thence down under the lower jaw. Here make a strong knot, then pass the two ends up over the upper or nose jaw with another strong knot. Now, run the cord up the forehead, between and directly back of the ears, and make another knot. Now, pass the two ends down under the throat, and tie securely but not tight enough to choke Cut the ends off closely, and all is perfectly secure. I like this method of muzzling much better than the other, as it causes no pain; and experience has taught me that any unjust cruelty, loss of patience, &c., in the rearing and training of any animal is entirely uncalled for and out of place. Use them carefully, learning them to love rather than to fear your presence, and the way is easy. Ferrets vary in color, some being white, others a yel- lowish-brown on the back and dark brown under the body. I have made crosses between the white and brown ferret, which would produce what is commonly called fitch ferrets, being yellowish-brown, with dark stripes running around the body, resembling the fitch martin used for ladies’ furs ; but the pure white ferrets, with red eyes, are much more preferable on account of being more handsome, hence more salable. I have also seen a few specimens of ferrets brought from Brazil, which were of a bluish or maltese cast on the back and nearly black under the body; quite large; very pugnacious and hard to tame, and, I think, of little use on that account. I once made a cross between a Brazilian and a white FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 363 female African. The progeny grew to be large and strong, but would never allow themselves to be handled only by myself, and even I had to be ever on the lookout for their treachery; and one singular characteristic with them was, that they ever wished to be playing in the water, like a mink, whenever the opportunity offered itself Although any variety are quite fond of bathing at times. I think it beneficial, as cleanliness is a prevailing necessity with the ferret, both for promotion of their health and appearance, as filthy cages or rooms are ofttimes the occasion of disease and death from lice, fleas, foot rot, distemper, &c.; and they should never be kept in a room with or near dogs that have distemper, as they are sure to take the disease, which causes death in nine cases out of ten. They generally bring two litters of young each year, having from five to nine, and sometimes even more, at a time, the period of gestation being nine weeks. The young, being entirely devoid of hair when born, must be kept in a warm room until three or four weeks old, when they are more able to stand the cold; and being able to get around, now need plenty of room, and will soon learn to drink milk, which they should have a plentiful supply of, as it is quite necessary to increase their growth, and thus relieve the mother as soon as possible. In all cases the male must be removed from the female before she gives birth to the young, or he will destroy them. The principal food of the ferret is milk, bread and milk, and a small piece of fresh meat two or three times a week, with a good clean nest aside from the feeding-room. They vary considerable in size, length, and weight, the desirable point to attain being greatest length of body, with smallest circumference of skull and shoulders, and brightness of eye. They generally weigh two or three pounds at maturity, although I once had a pair the female measuring twenty- eight and a half inches from tip of the nose to end of the tail when straightened, and weighing four and a half pounds, the male measuring about the same in length, and weighing five pounds. Large ones as this, though, are very scarce, and really are not so useful for hunting rats, as there are some places the large ones could not get, but are more strong and useful for rabbits. Two old males should never be turned in a cage together, as they are very apt to attack each other, when it is almost certain death to one or the other, or both of them. Great care should be taken with newly imported ferrets until they become acclimated; for instance, kept warm, and in feeding avoid sour milk, as it is likely to make them purge, which sometimes causes death. In hand- ling strange or young ferrets, put on a pair of thick gloves, and handle carefully and very often, and you will soon get them adapted to it, so they will mind it no more than a kitten, and are a general favorite with you. Hoping I have not intruded too long upon your time and space, I am, very respectfully, Burr Ho.tis. HORNELLSVILLE, N. Y. oS kas Ciippine Winoes.—Do not cut the quills square off, but clip each side of them with the scissors, leaving about one inch at the end, which disfigures the fowl less and also prevents flying. A gentleman of Louisville has adog,a pointer. The dog ran up the steps of a house and refused to come down. His master followed and found A. Partridge on the door plate. This illustrates the force of instinct. Items. In order to make our “Item”? column as interesting as possible, we would be obliged to our readers for contributions of original matter, how- ever short—yes, let it be condensed and to the point, in a variety of style—facts and fancies interesting to fanciers. pag A little boy hearing of several heads of cattle being burned, asked his ‘‘ parient” if their tails were not burned also. GF Seth Green is experimenting with the grayling, and hopes to make this fish a substitute for trout in some of our depleted trout streams. In the grayling the spots are black where in a trout they are red; but the marking and rows are very similar, except that they appear only about half way down the body. In color an emerald green shows from the top of the back, which changes to a light silvery color upon the lower part of his sides and belly. They grow from twelve to fourteen inches long. Their spawn is about one- third the size of that of the brook trout. The fact that they spawn in the spring, instead of the fall like trout, is greatly in favor of the hardiness of the grayling, which is of great importance in their value for transplantation. gas Dust Barus ror Poutrry.—Cleanliness is impor- tant in fowl-houses, for experience shows that poultry are unfavorably affected by the emanations from filthy quarters, and, besides, working in places where roosts and floors are covered with the droppings, is decidedly uupleasant. Dry earth, in the form of powder, scattered everywhere, will absorb the bad odors, giving a wholesome atmosphere to the hen-house, and at the same time preserve the manure in the least offensive condition. Besides these purposes, a box of dry earth should be in a convenient corner of every fowl house, for the fowls to roll in. Dust from the highway is the most convenient. Replace the same by an equal quan- tity of good gravel, and the public will be the gainer. fa@g- I have known a great many cats, and have never had occasion to change the opinion I first formed of them many years ago. They are very grateful creatures, seldom forgetting a kindness. Ifyou take in a starved cat out of the street, and gradually restore it to health and comfort, it will never forget the obligation it is under to you. I have repeatedly done this, and have always gained a firm friend in the animal so rescued from poverty. Cats have very good manners; they like to say ‘‘ good- morning” to you after their fashion, when they first see youin the morning. Some people say cats have no real attachment to the human race; this I know to be a great mistake. They love people, and are very jealous in their fondness. Your cat will be very friendly out of doors with your neighbor’s cat, but will by no means allow her to come into your house, or be caressed by you, showing great anxiety if you notice the stranger. The purring noise that cats make to express pleasure, is a very pleasant sound, and never loud enough to disturb any one. Indeed, one great charm in these animals is the noise- lessness with which they move about. A French writer says that a cat is the only animal which is allowed entire liberty. We chain our dogs, we put birds into cages; but our cats go and come as they please. Cats are accused of two faults—of stealing and of being treacherous. The best remedy for the first is to feed them well. The charge of treachery cannot be borne out. If you hurt a cat, she thinks she has aright to punish you for it; but it is not necessary to hurt them. 364 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. LEHIGH VALLEY POULTRY ASSOCIATION. A meeting of the above Association was held in the Academy of Natural Sciences, on the 29th of May, when Mr. J. H. Heckman was called to the chair. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The committee appointed at a previous meeting to report | a Constitution and By-Laws, made a report which was adopted with some amendments. The name by which the society is to be known, is the ‘Lehigh Valley Poultry Association.’”? The Committee on Permanent Organiza- tions reported the following officers, viz. : President—K. J. Moore. Vice Presidents—David O. Saylor, Allentown; C. Bast, Kutztown; Mr, Wanner, Bethlehem; Peter Gross, Schnecks- ville; Daniel Bastian, South Whitehall; A. S. Keck, Han- over; Geo. Roth, Siegersville; Jas. F. Kline, Orefield ; Dr. Wm. Herbst, Trexlertown; H. J. Schantz, Schantz’s Mill; Reuben A. Boyer, Catasauqua ; Chas. Osenbach, Rit- tersville; T. 5. Cooper, Coopersburg ; Reuben Glick, Cedar Creek; R. Helfrich, Helfrich’s Spring; James F’. Shaffer, Millerstown ; Stephen Knauss, Emaus ; Brunner, Hosen- sack ; Gehman, Upper Millford; Frank Mickley, North Whitehall; Simon Moyer, Moyer’s Tavern; Mosser, Siegersville ; Hauser, Weaversville; M. Frankenfield, Shoenersville; Jerry Klotz, Guthsville; David Kline, Cop- lay; David McCanna, Slatington; David Shuler, Lower Milford; John Lichtenwalner, Fogelsville; Thomas. B. Weidner, Friedensville. Secretary—J ohn H. Heckman. Corresponding Secretary—R. KE. Wright, Jr.' Treasurer—Joseph EK. Balliet. Executive Committee—B. K. Sweitzer, W. OG. Shank- weiler, H. M. Leh, Benjamin Kuhns, G@. M. Tucker, Wal- ter Miller, William H. Knauss, Charles Trexler, Charles H. Ruhe, Henry Bitting, Henry Leh, Dr. Reichard, Rev. A. J. Dubbs, Jeremiah Roth, Charles Kline. A committee was appointed to prepare a certificate of membership and report at the next meeting. Persons entitled to membership in this Association shall pay the sum of $3 as initiation fee at the time of their admission, and thereafter the sum of $2 per year. Adjourned to meet on Friday the 12th of June. POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. New England Poultry Club. Worcester, Mass., December 1, 2, 3, and 4, 1874. G. H. Estabrook, Secretary. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8, 9,10, and 11. ‘Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, See’y. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 18, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. Wo. H. CuurcHMAN, Esq., Chairman of the Executive Committee of the American Poultry Association: Dear Sim: Respectfully calling your attention to Article V, Section 1, of the By-Laws of this Association, we, the undersigned, members of your Committee, would urge upon you the necessity of calling together this Committee at as early a day as possible, and would name Wednesday morning, July 22, 1874, at half-past 10 o’clock, at the Metropolitan Hotel, New York City, as the time and place for said meeting. We would also ask you to cause to be published in the World, Bulletin, and Fanciers’ Journal the announcement of the meeting, and inviting any one who has matters of interest to himself or to the Association, whether they be members or not, to be present in person, or to present their communica- tions, when in either case they would be properly listened to. We would respectfully ask you to send to each member of the Executive Oommittee this notice, or one to this effect. We are, sir, very truly yours, A. D. WARREN, CHARLES A. SWEET, Epwarp B. Smitu, PHILANDER WILLIAMS, EpmunpD S. RALPH, P. W. Hupson. To THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AMERICAN PouLTRY ASSOCIATION: In accordance with the above request, the Executive Committee of this Association will meet at the Metropolitan Hotel, in New York City, on Wednesday morning, July 22, 1874, at half-past 10 o’clock. Every mem- ber is particularly requested to be present. W. H. CuurcuMan, President. E. 8. Raupu, Secretary, Buffalo, N. Y., May 28, 1874. The Constitution and By-Laws of the American Poultry Association will be furnished by addressing the Secretary as above. ExcHANCES. AB- ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF FIVE LINES, oR FortTy- E1@Ht WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WANTED.—DUCK EGGS of any pure bred variety, in exchange for A 1 White Leghorn Eggs, Also, Bronze Turkey Eggs in exchange for Dark Brahma Eggs. WILL GIVE TWO FOR ONE. Address J. F. FERRIS, Stamford, Conn. WILL EXCHANGE.—E£ggs from first-class Silvyer-Gray Dork- ings, White Leghorns, or Buff Cochin (Williams’) Hens, and imported Cock, for Game, or Rose Comb Black Bantams. GEORGE F. PARLOW, New Bedford, Mass. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A trio of handsome April Chicks, from imported stock, to exchange for a fine St. Bernard Mastiff, or Setter Dog Pup, not less than three months old. DAVISON & BROWN, West Brighton, Richmond Co., N. Y. EXCHANGE.—We will exchange a fine White Frizzle Cock for Fancy Pigeons (any variety), or will exchange him for $2 in greenbacks. Address G. E. PEER & CO., Rochester, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE.—An Adams Printing Press, cost $35.00, for either Fancy Pigeons. Address G. E. PEER & CO., Rochester, N. Y. WILL EXCHANGE.—Lop-Eared Rabbits, old or young, for Irish Grey, Brown Red, Red Pyle, or Game Bantams. Address GEO. W. DIXON, Box 188, Worcester, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE.—White Rose Comb Bantams for Lop-Eared Rabbits. Address GEO. W. DIXON, Box 188, Worcester, Mass. BROWN LEGHORNS.—One cock and five hens, choice birds, Beard & Kinny’s strain, for Game Bantams, any variety. Must be, like the Leghorns, first-class. G. F. HOPKINS, Blackinton, Mass. TO EXCHANGE—0One Yellow Ruff, two Red and two Black Hel- mets or Spots, two Black Nuns, all males, for solid Black Turbit and Black Nun Females, or other birds. E. H. HERO, Milford, Mass. WANTED —In exchange for two sittings of Light Brahma Eggs, a Beagle or Terrier Dog Pup. W. E. FLOWER, Shoemakertown, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE —0One trio White Cochins or Black Russians, at $15 per trio, for Guinea Pigs, or Gray Call Ducks, or choice Pigeons, at cash prices. W. H. BRACKETT, Boston, Mass. FOR EXCHANGE-—Trios of first-class Partridge Cochins (Wil- liams and Herstine strains) for Brown Leghorns or Bantams. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Erie, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE for Buff Cochins, several varieties of Fowls, Pigeons, Wright’s Il. Book of Poultry, &e. What offers? EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. TO EXCHANGE —Light Brahma Eggs, from fine strains, for White Cochin, Buff Cochin, White Leghorn, Dominique, Black Ham- burg, and 8. 8. Hamburg Eggs. Address BACON & SPINNING, Riverside Station, Conn. LAWN MOWER, in good order, to exchange for other property. What otters? OS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Phila. BUFF COCHIN EGGS From my best breeding pen; my third premium Cockerel at Phila- delphia, 1874, mated with my first premium Pullets at same place, De- cember, 1872, and two Hens hatched from eggs imported from Wragg last year; price, $3 per dozen. Also, Dark Brahmas, $1.50 per dozen; Black Hamburgs, $2 per dozen, securely packed, and guaranteed fresh. JOHN CHANDLER, Kennett Square, Pa. FANCIERS MAKE MONEY by acting as agents for the Con- tinental Poultry Powder. Writer for terms. Samples by mail, 35 cents. For sale by the leading bird dealers. A. C. HUNSBERGER, Portland, Pa. i ‘*BURNHAWMW’S HISTORY OF THE HEN FEVER.’’— Acopy of fifth edition (containing in the preface the author’s “Re- view of Rt. Rev. Bishop Huntington’s Fast-Day Sermon,” at Roxbury, Mass., criticising said work), is wanted. Address, with price, P. O. Box 131, Melrose, Mass. GEO. C. PEASE, dealer in Song and Ornamental Birds, Fancy Pigeons, Fowl, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Gold Fish, Aquariums, Plain and Fancy Bird Cages, &c. On hand, 100 pair Tumbler Pigeons, from $1.50 to $2.00 per pair. Address GEO. C. PEASE, 200 North Fifth St., Reading, Pa. THE POULTRY REVIEW.—{Dogs, Poultry, Pigeons, Rabbits Cage Birds). The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Reduced to 2d weekly. Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, W. Ludlow, and C. E. Brittan, in asuperior style, with portraits of the most celebrated specimens of all varieties. It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding, and the new volume (June 18) com- mences with a new get-up and enlarged size. Post free to America one year, $3.30; six months, $170. Office, 12 Crane Court, Fleet St., London, Subscriptions received at this office until further notice, FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 365 “PRACTICAL FARMER,” A RICHLY ILLUSTRATED 24-PAGE AGRICULTURAL MONTHLY. Nineteenth year. Filled with original and thoroughly practical ar- ticles for every FARMER, GARDENER, BREEDER, AND DAIRYMAN. $1.50 PER ANNUM. THREE MONTHS’ TRIAL, ONLY 25 CENTS. Address PASCHALL MORRIS & SON, 18 North Thirteenth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Advertisers will find it a valuable medium. EGGS, PER SITTING.—Ginger Red Game, Coren strain, $4; White-faced Spanish, Cryer strain, $3; Penciled Silver Hamburg, Cryer strain, $2. Trios, pairs, or single birds of the above for sale, at Grange Yards, Duffields, West Virginia, by V. M. FIROR. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few sittings of Eggs, 4. Brown Leg- horns, $38. White Leghorns, $2. Light Brahmas, $3. B. B. R. Game Ban- tams, $3. All the above are from selected stock. L. L. WHITNEY, Millbury, Mass. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. “BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 per doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $3 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game Bantam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. 1st. S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for Price List. SURE CURE FOR ROUP, GAPES, ETC. WALTON’S ROUP PILLS AND TONIC PASTE. RICHARD KIRBY, Sole Agent for United States, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY PIGEONS.—For sale, a few pairs of Mated Birds from 20 varieties. No circulars. Send for what you want. Orders taken for Calcutta and Colored Fans and all kinds of Young Birds. E. H. HERO, Milford, Mass. HAMBURGS, BANTAMS, IMPORTED STOCK. EGGS, PER DOZ. EGGS, PER DOZ. Golden Spangled... $4 00 | Golden Laced Sebrights........ $4 00 Silver Spangled... .. 4 00 | Silver Laced Sebrights.......... 6 00 GEORGE F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. BURNHAM’S HEN FEVER.—Wanted, a copy of the Fifth Edition of the above work. Give price and condition. Address K. R. G., Care of JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR 15 CENTS you can secure the best Descriptive Catalogue on Poultry ever issued. It is handsomely illustrated, and contains a num- ber of valuable hints relative to the care of Poultry; also a description of many of the Diseases of Fowls and their remedies. It is worth ten times its cost to every person keeping chickens. Address WM. P. AT- KINSON, Erie, Pa. He also has Eggs for sale from his choice stock of Dark and Light Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, Brown and White Leghorns, White and Golden Polands, Golden and Silver Hamburgs, Hfoudans, Golden Sebright Bantams, Black African Bantams, and Eng- lish Bantams. All Eggs warranted. Prices reasonable. A few choice Fowls for sale. All Poultry Periodicals and Books given to purchasers as premiums. FOR SALE—tThree trios first-class Partridge Cochins, No. 1 birds (Herstine and Williams strains). Will be sold low. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Erie, Pa. FOR SALE.—For want of room, I will sell as follows: six Buff Cochin Hens and one Cock, price, $30; twelve Dark Brahma Hens and one Cockerel, price, $75; or will exchange for White or Brown Leghorns, as good as those I send. The above stock is first-class, and I am willing to have them returned to me if they are not. Address Lock Box 30, Providence, R. I. A SPLENDID CHANCE FOR A FORTUNE.—The under- signed, in consequence of ill-health, is reluctantly compelled to offer for ENG, his business in Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa., consisting of a BIRD, FLOWER, AND SEED STORE, with POULTRY YARD AND PIGEON LOFTS. New Poultry House and Pigeon Lofts have been recently built and stocked at considerable expense. There is an A-1 trade firmly estab- lished, and paying handsomely. Only business of the kind in the coun- | try. For full particulars address as above. EBEN P. DAY. EGGS FROM FIRST-CLASS STOCK. ~ Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s)............. Dark Brahmas (Squire and others) . Dominiques (Bicknell) cnoccery 63 (iN) Eggs, per sitting of 13, warranted fresh and true to name, and safe arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. -$5 00 . 3 00} | Hen; must be large; colors preferred in order named. FANCIERS’ GAZETTE, A BREEDERS’ AND EXHIBITORS’ JOURNAL, EDITED BY L. WRIGHT, And published weekly, by the Messrs. CASSELL, PETTER & GALPIN, Lonpon, ENGLAND. 4@s- Having a desire to place before our readers everything fhat will in- terest and instruct the fancier, we have accepted the Agency for the above paper in this country. SPECIMEN COPIES will be promptly mailed on receipt of TEN cents and stamp. Subscription per annum, $4.00, postpaid, if mailed from publication office; if from this office, the subscriber will pay American postage, which is TWENTY cents per annum, payable quarterly, in ad- vance, at the receiving office. f Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. BANTAMS.—Finding it necessary to reduce my stock, I offer my entire breeding stock of Silver Sebright Bantams, all of which are prize- winning birds—one at Boston, 1873; one at Boston, 1874; one at Port- land, 1874; one at Salem, 1874. Address T. O. WARDWELL, North Andover, Mass. GERMAN CANARIES AND TALKING PARROTS.— Just received a fresh lot of Sweet-singing German Canaries and Talking Parrots. Also, Gilt Cages. Birds can be shipped any distance by express. J.C. LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. WRIGHT’S PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER.—The best book on this subject for the money ever published. Price, $2.00, free by mail. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia, Pa. TUMBLER PIGEONS.—100 pairs Tumbler Pigeons at $2 per pair. 50 pairs Inside Tumblers, $4 to $10 per pair. Also, Fantails, Tur- bits, Owls, Barbs, Nuns, and other varieties. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. COCHINS—BUFF, PARTRIDGE, WHITE.—Eggs from cup and prize birds, imported this year from the most celebrated and fashionable strains in England. My Cochins have won four silver cups and seventeen other prizes at the principal shows in Great Britain. Every egg warranted from a cup or prize bird. Send for Circular. Dr. MUNROE, Pultneyville, N. Y. JOHN PARKER, 502 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, Pa., keeps on hand a large assortment of Fancy Pigeons. Birds of all varieties. Cages of all kinds and prices. Also, Dogs, Guinea Pigs, and Small Pets of all varieties. The largest collection in this city. Orders by mail promptly attended to. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl wD The Poultry Book (Tegetmeir)... The Pigeon Book fa Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement). Domestic Poultry (Saunders). American Bird Fancier...... Rabbit Fancier (Bement)... = RW Variation ofAnimals and Plants under Domestication (Darwin), 2vls. 6 00 The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, eac 3 American Standard of Excellence 00) Any book on any advertised list will be sent prepaid by mail on receipt of price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. THE POULTRY REVIEW, PIGEON AND RABBIT STANDARD, ANDICAGE-BIRD GAZETTE. The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Published weekly. Price, 3d. Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, J. W, Ludlow, and C. E. Brittan, in a superior style, with portraits of the most celebrated specimens of all varieties. It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding. Post free to America 1 year, $4.20; 6 months, $2.20. Address JAS. LONG, No. 12 Crane Court, Fleet St., London, E. C., Eng WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular, J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. O. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. PIGEONS WANTED.—One Red, or Red and White, or Runt One Archangel Cock; one Black Swallow Hen; one Yellow, Dunn, or Black Magpie Cock; one Black Jacobine Cock. Parties having any or all of the above will address A.J.SCHULTZ, cor. Third and William Sts., Dayton, Ohio. FOR SALE.—One White Cochin Cockerel (Williams’), $4.00. One Buff Cochin Cockerel, $2.50. One Light Brahma Cockerel, $2.50. For particulars, address HOWARD K, PAYN, Albany, N. Y. 366 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. FOR SALE—To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, price $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silyer Penciled Ham- burgs, choice birds, price $5. Warranted pure. } C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETS. Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on* short notice and true to lile, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia, Pa. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, BAY EYES, FOR SALE, I can spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 13. I keep no other breed. Shall have a few chicks to spare next fall. C. F. PERRY, Cuba, N. Y. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS 4 SPECIALTY.— Eges from my thoroughbred Partridge and Bulf Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, C.O.D. Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. DARK BRAHMAS ONLY.—Having retired from the firm of Goodale & Higgins, I shall henceforth breed none but Dark Brahmas. I take with me the entire stock of this variety from the Washtenaw Poultry Yards. I have six pens of high character, among them winners at Buffalo, Hartford, and Boston, 1874. Price List free. J.C. HIGGINS, Delhi Mills, Michigan. May 7, 1874. UNADILLA Forks, OTSEGO Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. I have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White’ Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Game Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. T shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, 8. S. Hamburgs, Golden S. Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for 35. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. t Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, Cc. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. CHICKENS —Orders now being booked for furnishing, 4 “AO. in June and July, Young Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with ben to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &c. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Minn. GRAY DORKINGS.—Two trios, at $10 per trio; also, one cock and four hens for $15. These are good birds, and very cheap. Address Dorking, care of this office. PURE BRED STOCK, AND WHERE TO GET THEM! RIVERSIDE STOCK AND POULTRY YARDS. WM. WRIGHT, anv S. BUTTERFIELD, Proprietors. We shall sell a limited number of sittings of Eggs, at $5 per sitting, from Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins. Our Light Brah- mas are Williams’ strain, pure. Yard No.1—Cock Young Alexis, is mated with six prize Hens, allstandard birds, and winners at Detroit and Buffalo Show. Yard No.2—Cock Duke of Essex is also mated with standard birds, among them are the winners of 1st, at Detroit, for Chicks of 1873. Yard No. 3—Dark Brahmas; are our own direct importation of 1873, and are first-class birds of high merit. and we can safely recommend them to the fancier. Yard No, 4—Buff Cochins, imported from England, from Rey. Mr. Brooks’ and Taylor’s strains, and selected by our Mr. B. for breeding pur- poses. Yard No.5—Imported Partridge Cochins; are standard birds, and mated with great care for breeding: We also make the importing and breeding of Lincoln and Cotswold Sheep, Suffolk, Essex, and Berkshire Pigs a specialty. Mr.S. Butterfield being personally acquainted with all the leading breeders in England, will leave on or about the middle of June to make a selection from the best pens of premium birds at the various shows in 1874. Any orders entrusted to him will be executed according to instructions, on commission or otherwise. All communica- tions addressed with stamp, to WM. WRIGHT, Griswold St., Detroit, Mich Or Riverside Stock Farm, Sandwich, Ontario, Canada. “ORDER FROM HEADQUARTERS.”’ THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, As adopted at Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1874, by the AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION, And published by them. Price, $1 per copy. At wholesale in lots not less than 10 copies, 25 per cent. off. Vor larger lots and special rates, send for Price Card. EDMUND 8. RALPH, Sec’ CHLESS PIGEON PO AITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter, Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—I will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B, R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R.Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &c. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. Buffalo, N. Y. BROOKSIDE POULTRY YARDS. Specialties for 1874, Brown Leghorns, Crevecceurs, and Silkies, Equal to any in America, EGGS IN SEASON. Send green stamp for Illustrated Circular. =—— _—— —- A.M. HALSTED, ~ Box 23, Rye, N.Y. HAMBURGS.—At the N. H. Exhibition I was awarded the Special Premium for best collection of Hambvrgs, comprising: GOLDEN PEN- CILED of my own importation, from Henry Beldon’s yards. The cock “John Bull” won first at two shows in England, and first and special at Buffalo, N. Y. Also, I was awarded first and special for best hen at Buf- falo, and in trio bave won at Massachusetts, first on Fowls and first on Chicks; at Rhode Island, first on Fowls; at N. H., first on Fowls and first on Chicks, and special for best Fowls and Chicks; at Nashua, first on Fowls and first on Chicks. Eggs, $10 per dozen. SILVER PENCILED.— Received from Henry Beldon, March 27th, per ‘‘ Republic,” a trio of extra fine Silver Penciled, fully equal to my Golden Penciled; as good as any in America. A few dozen Pggs will be sold for $10 perdozen. GOLDEN SPANGLED, Onegley’s strain. Won at N.E., third; at N. H., first and special for best trio; at Nashua, first. Eggs, $5 per dozen. Trio, $25. BLACK, from Cutter’s and Shedd’s stocks. Won first at N. H. and first at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. Trio, $15. SILVER-SPANGLED.—Won third at N.E., second at N. H., first and second at Nashua. Eggs, $2 per dozen. I can also furnish fresh eggs from other first premium varieties, at the annexed prices: Light and Dark Brahmas, White and Buff Cochins, White Leghorns, Plymouth Rocks, Dominiques, each, $3 per dozen; Houdans, Black Spanish, $2.50; Bronze Turkeys, $); Black-breasted Red, Blue Red, Red Pyle, and White Georgian Game, $5. Everything war- ranted as represented. Cash must accompany orders. Nothing C. O. D. ANDREW J. TUCK, Box 602, Nashua, N. H. (ETE IH SEO OIG AUT CALI EOS, EDITED BY KENEGY & WOLFE, POLO, ILLINOIS, Is one of the best Illustrated Monthly Magazines published in the Great West, and will be fully up to the times in all matters pertaining to the Poultry Interest. BREEDERS AND FANCIERS Will do well to advertise in the ‘“‘ARGus.” advertising rates moderate. SUBSCRIPTION, $1.00 A YEAR. Its circulation is large and Send 10 cents for a Specimen Copy. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Having set all the Dark Brahma eggs I wish, I can turnish from the Oak Lane Poultry Yards, a few sittings of my choicest selections from first-class stock at the reduced price of $3 per sitting of 13 eggs. Would ExXcHANGE Eggs and two Dark Brahma Roosters, $5 each, for Merchandise. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 367 STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 49- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “@t AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, 89 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” Eggs $6 per dozen. “WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—lrom P. Cochins, Buffs, and Dark Brahmas. A 1 stock. Pedigree given. Orders filled immediately. $3 to $4 per sitting. Carefully packed for any distance. DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn. Address INDESTRUCTIBLE STONE DRINKING FOUNTAINS, FOR FOWLS, PIGEONS, &c. WILL KEEP THE WATER FROM FOULING IT. PURE AND PREVENT THE BIRDS 2 @ PRICES: 2 gallons, each... $1 40 “ gallon, each... ..-80 70 iat /s* se as co al (1) Mae Nae Cet eee OO) Sent safely by Express. TRY THEM, IF THEY ARE NOT ALL I CLAIM FOR THEM I WILL REFUND THE MONEY. FOUNTAINS PACK WELL WITH BROKEN BONE. BROKEN BONE FOR FOWLS. PRICE AS FOLLOWS; $1 25 2 25 « 4 25 Twenty-five pounds, and bag... Fifty Ke One hundred “ 230 ; Per Barrel of about 200 ths., 4 cts. per tb., including drayage. 4a Bone and Fountains pack well together and make a saving in freight. J.C, LONG, Jr., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia. AYLESBURY DUCK EGGS, $3 per dozen; Partridge Cochin Eggs, $2 per dozen. Both trom very choice stock. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. ASHBY NEST EGGS (wooden), cheaper and better every way than porcelain. 40 cents per dozen; $2.50 per 100. Price to dealers on application. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L, DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS, $2 per dozen, From first prize stock at great New England Fair. Young birds after September 1st. Delivered free at express in Fitchburg, Mass. A. & L. DEMMON, Pet Farm, Ashby, Mass. BREEDERS’ AND GROWERS’ DIRECTORY. The most complete Directory of Breeders and Growers of every class ever published in this couutry, to be issued this season. For informa- tion, address early, T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn, Send 10 cents for sample of Poultry Journal, &e. HOMING ANTWERPS, YOUNG BIRDS, PRICE, $10 PER PAIR. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS! C€.0.D. C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowls, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. Birds for sale after Sept. 1st. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. Address CREVEC@URS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for hatch- ing, from my premium birds, $3 per doz., carefully packed. No Circulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire St., P.O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK FARM, EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke Stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of Fowls at reasonable prices. Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, White Leghorns. Eggs for Hatching: Asiatics $5, and White Leghorns $3 per sitting. Blooded Horses and Short-Horned Cattle. T. L. McKEEN. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY.—A few pairs of superior Black and and Red Carrier Pigeons for sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, $4. Bronze Turkeys, $5. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury Ducks, $3. At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1873, I was awarded first pre- mium aud two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark Brahmas, second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze Turkeys. JOHN P. BUZZELL, Clinton, Mass., Breeder of Light and Dark Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the Great Show in Boston, 1873, my stock was awarded First Prize on Light Brahma Fowls; Fourth Prize on Light Brahma Chicks; Second Prize on Dark Brahma Chicks. A few Fowls of the above Stock for Sale. Also, Eggs from these prize-winning Cocks, mated with superior Hens. THE * POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Eggs from my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards, Send for new illustrated circular. Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, . . . .- . $3.00 per doz. Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds,. . . . . . 3.00 a White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 st Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 a Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.O.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Fitchburg, Mass. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, I, Ae WET TH IR, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. 4 A. A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. Address 368 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ELECTROTYPES WHITE LEGHORNS OF ANY CUTS APPEARING IN THIS JOURNAL A SPECIALTY. FOR SALE, FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, AT REASONABLE PRICES. EGGS NOW READY AT F J adelphiz $3 PER DOZEN. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia. W. F. BACON, WHITE SWANS.—Just imported Ron Europe, and arrived in Cambridgeport, Mass. fine condition, Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare|~ Oo = and choice birds, to arrive in three weeks. Now booking orders. Price, DARK BRAHMA PLYMOUTH ROCK $35 per pair. LEWIS RUHE, 98 Chatham St., New York. EGGS EGGS EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, a From First Premium Fowls Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, | FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN: AT TWO DOLLARS g Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black JOS. M. WADE PER SITTING. Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Buff Cochins. Black Red Sor 2 E. R. HAYWARD, Game Bantams. Golden Sebrights. PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. EASTON, MASS. Rev. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. ae —————— —— EGGS FOR SALE.—From all thé principal varieties of Fowls, EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams | especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams. (premium stock), $4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. NEW HIGH-CLASS SERIAL WORK ON PIGEONS, UNIFORM WITH THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF POULTRY. IN MONTHLY PARTS. PRICE, 50 CENTS PER NUMBER. SENT SAFELY BY MAIL ON RECEIPT OF PRICE. THE ILLUS TRADE Dy BOOK GOT heroin By ROBERT FULTON, ASSISTED BY THE MOST EMINENT FANCIERS. EDITED AND ARRANGED By LEWIS WRIGHT, Author of “The Illustrated Book of Poultry,” “ The Practical Poultry-Keeper,” “ The Brahma Fowl,” &e. CONTAINING STANDARDS FOR JUDGING, AND ILLUSTRATED WITH LIFE-LIKE COLORED PLATES, PAINTED BY MR. J. W. LUDLOW EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. Part I ready about April 20. For sale at this Office. Sent free by mail on receipt of price. ST AN DAR DOF EX © lk aN Ge AS REVISED AT THE T=) Op see ee Aly @)n) ©) @aNp we ish INp eae ©] IL, January, 1874. Price, $1.00. A COPY OF THE ABOVE WILL BE SENT FREE TO EVERY NEW SUBSCRIBER TO THE “ FANCIERS’ JOURNAL” who remits $2.50 BEFORE THE 1st OF MAY, 1874. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NintH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. Completed in Twenty-five Parts. Pee Lob usSs tT RAED (BIO One Ork ) @nUr i wiskwne By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” ““BRAHMA FOWL,” &c., &e. ILLUSTRATED WITH FIFTY COLORED PLATES OF CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY, FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, $15.00. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 NorrtH NintH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. TANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND 481 F363 BIRD POULTRY EXCHANGE. Woy IE PHILADELPHIA, JUNE 11, 1874. No. 24. v Wy ‘! “RANGER.” MR. MACDONA’S SETTER, “RANGER.” Tue field trials at Shrewsbury just past will give interest to the above portrait of Ranger, one of the most extraordi- nary Setters that has yet been brought out at field trials, and whose pedigree goes far to show that a good ‘‘ show-bench ”’ pedigree and good field performances are by no means so in- compatible as some would-be authorities would have us be- lieve. He was bred by Rev. C. Macdona, by his Quince IT, from his Judy, and was whelped in July, 1872; he and his own sister, Vagnol, also the property of MtMfacdona being the only two that survived out of a very promisingsé AN mis 2 4 9001 ) LIBRARIES Ranger was first brought ott as a puppy at the Spring Trials at Shrewsbury, 1873, when he and Mr. Statter’s Rob Roy were put down together, when unfortunately being put out by Rob Roy’s starting a hare, both gave chase, Ranger show- ing most extraordinary speed, but coming into call immedi- ately, whilst Rob Roy did not turn up until the shades of evening closed in. This unfortunate commencement of a field trial of course threw them both out of the stake; but lookers-on at the trial saw in the then puppy a dog of great promise, and one that would be sure to make his mark, a 1 résnit-he-resitaedawrh en, in the following month of August, ished every one by his grand style of going, and his 370 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. accurate scent at the great Grouse Field Trials at Bala, when he won the first prize, beating all the Setters that ran against | him, including all the cracks of the year—Mr. Purcell Lle- wellin’s, Mr. Lloyd Price’s, and Mr. Statter’s best dogs. He won also the first stakes in the braces, along with his kennel companion, Squire, and a picture of this part of the proceedings was engraved in the Graphic the week following, representing Ranger backed by Squire. This wonderful performance on grouse was, if possible, excelled by his work at the field trial held in the following month on the property of Colonel Tomlin, M.P., near Ipswich, upon partridge, where he lowered the flag of other cracks, including Mr. Barclay Field’s representatives. His performancesas a field trial dog were so far above what is generally witnessed at field trials, that his spirited owner, along with Mr. Lloyd Price, the owner of Bella, felt justified in challenging the Americans to an international match, inasmuch as they owned the two champion field dogs of England—Ranger amongst the Setters, and Bella amongst the Pointers. This challenge has been accepted in an equally spirited manner by the American nation, and Sir Watkin W. Wynn, of Wynnstay, has most liberally placed his vast shootings in Wales at the disposal of the committee of the Kennel Club, of which H. R. H. the Prince of Wales is patron, for the international match. Messrs. Guion & Co., the owners of the transatlantic line of steamers, called, after their nazne, the Guion Line, have also been carried away with their) patriotic enthusiasm in the matter, and offered, through Mr. Macdona, a first-class passage to Europe and back to the rep- resentatives of the American nation and their dogs, and also to the representatives of the English nation (to be selected by the Kennel Club), for the return match on American ground next year. Nothing can be pleasanter than the genial cordiality with which this international match is taken up on both sides of the Atlantic. The American peo- ple are a thoroughly sporting community, and the warmth with which they have entered into this international contest is only equalled by the enthusiasm that was manifested by them when they so pluckily sent over their Harvard crew. Dash. Teitlo { Belle. Dash. sail {Belle i ( Garth’s Major { Major. Moll. ‘Uwort’s Sal { ran From Marquis of An- Layerack’s Rock { Jones’ Quince | Quince II Jones’ Madge Flash. Lort’s Shot f 3 | Lort/s Dip { Lort’s Daekiey glesea’s Breed. At 5 § Rake § ett? ke Grouse { JOOS HIRES {Seatr Burdett’s dog. L Judy Brougham en Calver’s Countess ., | Rake { Don. 1 ye Nell {Ron Ranger, it will thus be seen, comes of prize stock on both sides. His owner’s Setter, Quince II, won the champion prize at Birmingham in 1872; Rake, Ist Birmingham, 1864; Countess, 2d Birmingham, 1863; Grouse, 2d Birmingham, 1863; Nell, champion Birmingham, 1864-65; Bess, Ist Bir- mingham, 1864; Rake divided the championship with Byron at Birmingham, 1865; Countess won 2d Birmingham, 1863; 2d Birmingham, 1864, 2d Leeds, 1865, Ist ae 1865; Bess won Ist Birmingham, 1865. Ranger and Bella are generally.supposed to be the brace that the Kennel Club will select to contend for the honor of England. Ranger is a white and black dog, with slight, tan,- ? ft ¥ Cochins,”’ that will breed all colors, by turns. inherited from his granddam, Countess, who was a black and tan bitch. He was originally broken by Dicker, breaker to Mr. Assheton Smith, Vagnol, and afterwards handled by Hallam and Pugsley ; but like all dogs of good blood and pedigree, he needed little breaking. From the above pedi- gree it will be seen he combines all the best strains of prize blood on both sides; his grandsire, Rake, and granddam, Countess, being both prize winners at the great National Dog Show, held annually at Birmingham. We believe he is at the service of the public for this year at the kennels, Hil- bre House, West Kirby, for stud purposes—kennels that have sent forth to the public the following field trial winners: Plunket, sold to Mr, Purcell Llewellin for £150; Dick, sold to Mr. Assheton Smith for £80; Squire, Music, and Doll, all well-known winners. Mr. Macdona has had the honor of presenting several Setters of the same strain to the Prince of Wales.—Fanciers’ Gazette. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) A WORD TO G. P. BURNHAM, ESQ. Sir: Following your example, I would like to say a few words to you; and if in anything I say what I cannot make good, I will only be too happy to acknowledge it. I have read, with much interest, your adverse criticisms on the new standard, and the doings of the N. P. A., and while agree- ing with you in some points, I am heartily tired of the lengthened war you are now carrying on. An old adage says, ‘*Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones ;’’ and certainly of all men in the fancy, you ought to be the Test to show up the failings of others. You did your utmost to stamp out the chicken fancy, twenty years ago, in the most practical way, by sending to intending purchasers portraits of fowls you never possessed, as pictures of your ‘imported stock ;”? you kept ten varieties of fowls, all pure bred, your circular stated, but which you afterwards confessed (or gave it as your conviction), were all produced from white hens and a black cock, of the “‘Shanghai’’ tribe. All this you admit in that noted compound, ‘The History of the Hen Fever.” Now, forsooth, you come forward as the friend of the poultry interest, to proclaim the shortcomings of the Buffalo Convention. One glaring mistake they certainly made, in not sending a guard of honor to Melrose for you; paying your expenses to Buffalo, making you President of the Con- vention, and then issuing the standard, with your portrait inclosed, as ‘‘the great pioneer” and friend of the poultry interest. Then it would have been all right, and your smooth tongue and ready wit would have devised a way to keep the disaffected quiet: the one dollar would then never be grudged for the pamphlet. When you published your ‘‘ New Poultry Book,’ in 1871, I supposed you gave it to the fancy at a little over expenses, just to “help the cause along.’’ There is nothing in it, but a rehash of those who had written before you, the same old crudities and descriptions repeated, with no practical infor- mation in regard to selection and matching for definite points, and yet that work was offered at $2.00. Why do you not ask some poultry journal office to keep it on sale for you? Oh, no! You “have noaxetogrind.”’ You, as you say, “feathered your nest long ago,”’ and do not want to make any- thing. You do not want to sell any more of your ‘‘ Imported The fact is, iyou chow your course would be short, and if poultry jour- \ é 7 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 371 nals had existed twenty years ago, as they do now, your boast- ing would have been small. You owe the fancy a great deal. remaining days in trying to make amends. such a cacoéthes scribendi, I would suggest one way in which you may do this. Let us have some of your secrets and ex- perience in regard to breeding fowls. Take them up in turn, avoid the beaten track, give us something really new; and when the next convention is called, we will have our lesson by heart, and go to work understandingly. A great future lies before us; we may yet attain ‘‘cocks with spurs on their heads,’’ thou being our leader, Oh, Burnham! In regard to the members of the A. P. A., I would state that I have every confidence in them, and have no doubt they will make all necessary corrections in the standard, and ably acquit them- selves of their thankless task. Yours, Gro. C. ATHOLE. Suppose you spend your As you have New York. THE NEW STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE AND THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION. At a meeting of the Western New York Poultry Society, May 22d, the following preamble and resolutions were unanimously adopted : Whereas, The American Poultry Association was called into existence in consequence of an urgent demand on the part of breeders and fanciers, from all parts of the country, for a ‘‘new Standard of Excellence,” to take the place of the old one; and Whereas, In obedience to the said demand for a “new standard,’’ the American Poultry Association did publish and spread broadcast an invitation to all who felt an interest in the work to come forward and unite with them in their efforts to make a Standard of Excellence that should be worthy to supersede the old one; and the said invitation especially urged upon all interested not to stay away from the Convention, and after it had finished its labors to find fault with those who had spent their time, money, and honest toil upon said work; and Whereas, In pursuance to the said call of the American Poultry Association, there did assemble, in the city of Buf- falo, January 16th, 1874, the largest number of representa- tive breeders and fanciers ever assembled together in this country ; and Whereas, The said Convention of the American Poultry Association did, as we believe, labor both faithfully and honestly for the best interest of the whole poultry fraternity in their endeavors to perfect a Standard of Excellence that would, as nearly as possible, meet the diversified views and prejudices of the large number of persons composing the | poultry breeders and fanciers of America; and Whereas, We have examined the said new American standard published by the American Poultry Association, the result of which examination and comparison with the old standard convinces this Society of the superiority of the new standard as compared with the old. The same exami- nation leads this Society to believe that the new standard | was hurried to press without that care that should attend the publication of a work of so much importance. Resolved, That we recognize the American Poultry Asso- ciation as being the only Society in this country composed of well known representative breeders and fanciers from all ternity at large have confidence, and by virtue of being so composed, is eminently qualified and competent to compile, |right and turn an honest penny by its sale. | trymen, having become disgusted with this kind of Siamese | twin standard, called a general Convention to be held in parts of the United States and Canadas, in whom the fra- | adopt, and publish a Standard of Excellence which should be accepted by breeders and fanciers generally. Resolved, That we do adopt the said new American stan- dard, as published by the American Poultry Association, as being in every way better than the old one, and more in consonance with the advanced views of poultry breeders and fanciers of this age. Resolved, That as long as the American Poultry Asso- ciation is composed of gentlemen who are competent, and evince the same willing disposition to do justice to all and to outrage none, as characterized their labors at the Buffalo Convention, we shall look to said Association for a Standard of Excellence which shall be our guide in judging and awarding premiums, and in all of their undertakings to improve the said standard they will have our hearty support. Resolved, That we recommend the said American Poultry Association to inaugurate immediate measures to have all errors in the present (first) edition of said standard corrected with the least possible delay, in order that the corrected edition may be ready for use at the coming fall and winter exhibitions. Poultry papers please copy. BurFra.o, May 23, 1874. Gro. W. WHITE, Secretary. A NATIONAL STANDARD. “And no discerner Durst wag his tongue in censure.” I shall now call your attention to the Constitution of the American Poultry Association. By examining its funda- mental laws we shall better be able to understand the pur- poses of its organization and the extent of its powers, since its authority over all organizations of a like character must be commensurate with the powers granted or delegated by the representatives of these organizations respectively. What now is the extent of the reserved powers of these so- cieties? Examine and see how they have actually curtailed their freedom and independence, or, in other words, how much of their rights and privileges as separate and inde- pendent societies they have endowed the Head Centre. You will find it an interesting study—a matter of no trifling moment. In Article 2, of the Constitution of this Association, we shall find specified the objects of its founders. It declares the perfection of the American standard to be one of its purposes ; and so much value do they place upon this, that they have incorporated in its organic law their right of property in this standard and exclusive control over it, so that no use can be made of said standard without the express sanction of the American Poultry Association. The fanciers of the country are no better off than they were prior to the the meeting at Buffalo; and as for the societies that were | there represented they are infinitely worse off, having been shorn of much of the power they formerly possessed, and become mere dependencies of their great Central Head. The American standard is an offshoot of the old English standard, used for years in this country; and the miserable additions were made by a member of the now defunct New York State Poultry Society, in order to procure a copy- But the poul- the City of New York, to revise, correct, and make up a standard suitable for their_purposes, and this is the true origin of the American Poultry standard. It was published 372 FANCIERS’ in good type and in very neat shape by W. H. Lockwood, of Hartford, Conn., and was adopted by the Connecticut State Poultry Society. This was really a National standard, and was looked upon with few exceptions as authority by all the breeders of the country. It was not quite perfect and not quite up to the times, but much better in many respects than the one issued at Buffalo. Another object of this society is to discuss all matters of a national character regarding poultry interests. This can be done and is done in our local societies. For this purpose one of the best and most enterprising methods has been in- augurated by the Connecticut State Poultry Society. They also propose to advise and assist all the poultry so- cieties of the country in the selection of their judges ‘‘ when requested,’’ or when they are reduced to that condition in which they shall be unable or unfit for such a duty. But what they principally aim at is contained in the latter part of this same article. Here is the pith and marrow of all their aims—to secure the ‘‘entire co-operation of the various poultry societies of the country for fixing the time of the various local exhibitions, and all rules pertaining thereto, the appointment of judges, and methods of judging.” Not a very inconsiderable stretch of power. And how do they propose to accomplish this vast scheme? Through those delegates from such local societies as shall conform to Section 2 of Article ILI. Now, I will venture to say, that if the various societies that have sent delegates to Buffalo, had calmly considered the matter in all its bearings, they never would have committed such an egregious error as to place themselves so completely in the power and control of any other organization. In expressing my views so plainly I hope I shall not be con- sidered personal, or that I desire to impugn the motives of any member of the American Poultry Association. For each and all its members I entertain the highest regard. I am discussing the effects of their Constitution over the other societies who have placed themselves under its shadow, and whether the standard they have promulgated has any of the qualities of a national character. I do not charge upon the association any abuse of the tremendous power it wields, but am merely pointing out the dangers if it should feel disposed to assert its authority in an arbitrary manner. If the President in his opening address had spoken more fully of the positive advantages of such acentral organization, and had refrained from all allusion to its negative qualities, we should not possibly have heard the mutterings of “‘ envy, hatred, malice, and all uncharitableness.’’ It seems to me whoever the party or parties may be that could deliberately accuse the members of this association of forming ‘‘a clique or ring,”’ or that they had any design to promote their own personal ends to the injury of others could have had but a very slight-acquaintance with their fairness of character and standing for integrity. However, I think that the emphatic language of the President, that ‘‘ never was there such a pre- posterous idea entertained by any human mind that God Al- mighty gifted with the power of thought and reason,’’ should have forever quieted their fears. But what surprised me more than anything else was the statement of the President that the United States Congress had recognized the American Poultry Association as a national institution, and that this august body should have shown such slight discernment, and traveled so fur out of its own sphere of politics to enter into the domain of Chickendom. If the inflation bill had been before them at that time, I should have thought that they were in quest of the goose that laid the golden egg. Isaac VAN WINKLE. JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ~ Pouttry Department: (For Fanciers’ Journal.) THE “BRAHMA” FOWL—WRIGHT AGAINST BURNHAM. GEO P. BURNHAM. BY I rarely trouble myself with noticing anonymous writers on poultry. Your correspondent, ‘‘F. R. W.,’’ pays his respects to me, however, by quoting along extract from Wright’s Illustrated Book; the author having in that work launched this singularly baseless assault at me (for his own reasons), and I thus feel called on to reply to Mr. Wright, whom I have believed to be a gentleman, as I know he is very clever with his pen, ordinarily, and who is not afraid to affix his proper name to what he writes. Thanking you, Mr. Editor, for your timely remarks in the last number of the Fanciers’ Journal, I proceed at once to the matter in hand. If this rejoinder to that article (now penned in entire good nature) does not satisfy both «BR. R. W.,” and Mr. Lewis Wright, that Mr. G. P. Burn- ham understands this ‘‘ Brahma’’ question (so far as he is concerned), I can only say those two gentlemen are very hard to please. “FR. R. W.” takes exception to one of my ‘‘ Reminiscen- ces,’’ published in your columns, on naming the ‘‘ Brahma” fowl, and quotes Wright’s Book of Poultry, pp. 248 and 244, without giving Mr. Cornish’s letter, upon which Mr. Wright’s remarks there are based, but which yow furnish in your late comments, in which letter of Cornish’s not one word is said about Mr. Burnham or his fowls—first or last. Mr. Cornish does not mention my name in said letter, and never did, that I know of. Mr. Wright and ‘“F. R W.” both ought to have known this. Why, then, in connection with the Cornish letter, pick up Mr. Burnham? Why not Mr. Wade, or Deacon Grant, or Timothy Tinker as appro- priately ? Neither «« F. R. W.” in his exceptions, or Mr. Wright in his book, touch the main question at issue in this contro- versy, strange to say—and that is, as to the time when, and the mode in which, this name ‘ Brahma-Pootra,” or ‘Brahma’ came about, and my aversion to it, and I will therefore explain. : Imprimis—you will observe that J (Mr. Burnham) never laid any claim to this ‘ Brahma-Pootra’”? misnomer. J did not make this name. I then called my fowls “Gray Shanghais’’—never by any other name, and simply for the good reason that Dr. Kerr, who sent me my first pair from Philadelphia, September 3d, 1849, in his letter said: “Though they are called ‘ Chittagongs’ (precisely as Mr. Cornish called his at first), they came into Pennsylvania FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 373 from Shanghai, China.’ My second lot of Light Grays were procured in 1850, through Wm. T. Porter, Esq., editor of the New York Spirit of the Times, from on board a ship at New York, direct from Shanghai, China. I then had other Chinese fowls of different colors, but these last were light gray. What else could I properly call them, but what I did, viz.: ‘‘Gray Shanghais.”’ And here let me quote what Dr. Gwynne, of England, says: ‘¢I obtained of Dr. Bennett, of the United States, five pairs of these birds. Three of these ten fowls only had compressed pea-combs; in none of the others was this found, nor could I recognize in them anything but what could be found in the Shanghai birds. I had several communica- tions from Dr. Bennett, and in reply to all my inquiries, directed to learn the cause of naming as ‘a new breed,’ birds, most of which were essentially Shanghais, in shape and character, I could gather no information but that the difference of color between these and other Shanghais pre- cluded their being thus classed; but I cannot accept this as adequate proof of ‘Brahma-Pootras’ being a ‘new breed,’ and therefore prefer the conclusion that they are identical with the Shanghais, and only a new variety of that fowl. Another circumstance which confirms me in this view, as to the identity of these birds with the Shanghai breed, is the fact that the fowls recently presented to her Majesty, by Mr. Geo. P. Burnham, under the name of Gray Shang- hais, are admitted by Dr. Bennett to be precisely similar to his own, and Mr. Burnham assures me that the original stock from which the ‘Gray Shanghais,’ presented to her Majesty were bred, was imported by himself, through Dr. Kerr, of Philadelphia, direct from Shanghai.’’ Did Mr. Lewis Wright find it convenient or useful to place this square, clear evidence about me and my fowls, (written by Dr. Gwynne in 1852) in his poultry book? Not much! Thus I continued to designate my fowls, long years after Dr. Bennett fixed ‘ Brahma-Pootra’’ first, and then ‘‘Brabma”’ for his birds, though at that very time (1852) Dr. Bennett voluntarily wrote Dr. Gwynne, as above, which was the ¢rue statement, but which I do not find in Mr. Wright’s account. Observe, I did not say this. Mr. Tegetmeier did not say so; but this was Dr. J. C. Bennett’s own account, published from him direct, in Tegetmeier’s early editions of his “‘THlustrated Poultry Book;’’ see page 177, indorsed by Dr. Gwynne, himself; yet, notwithstanding this patent fact, Mr. Lewis Wright goes out of his way in the extract “ F. R. W.” furnishes, to assert that ‘‘ Dr. Bennett got his stock from Connecticut ’’—meaning from Cornish, I-presume. I do not know but he did. What I believe, is that it was all originally bred from my stock, though thus variously named; and Mr. Cornish himself (see his letter) called his fowls ‘‘Chittagongs’”’ (not Brahmas) at first, because they so nearly resembled the large gray fowls (mine) then bred in this country—so he says—and under which very name Dr. Kerr sent me my first ones from Philadelphia. Now, who knew best, at that time, where Bennett’s fowls eime from? Dr. Bennett, or Mr. Wright? The former being the man who sent the fowls to England; who raised this question about a name for them; who says in 1852, mine and his were ¢he same; the latter in London, simply uttering an ipse divit, based on the Cornish letter, which does not mention Dr. Bennett either. Now, herein lies the utter inconsistency of Mr. Wright’s theory, to wit: He took for granted that what Mr. Cornish meant (not what he said) was that his fowls were ‘¢ Brahmas ;”’ but this was not true. Neither Mr. Cornish, Mr. Chamberlin, nor ‘the sailor who reported he had found some light gray fowls” (see the Cornish letter) then said anything about these being ‘‘Brahmas.’’ This name, at that time, had not been decided upon by anybody, and Mr. Wright cannot find it so used at all anywhere (in 1852) at the time when he undertakes to prove his position by quoting Cornish’s let- ter. This is very unfair, to say the least of it; but, which- ever way it was, surely J had nothing whatever to do with all this. I neither suggested, made, approved, used, or adopted this name of ‘‘ Brahma-Pootra” or Brahma for my fowls—never; yet Mr. Wright distinctly asserts that ‘* Mr. Cornish’s statement was published long before Mr. Burn- ham’s,” and that ‘‘Burnham might have bred some very good imitation Brahmas,’’ etc. ; when it is so well known, and always has been, and I am surprised Mr. Wright did not see this, that I had never claimed, or asserted at any time, anywhere—in those years—that I ever imported, bought, bred, owned, or sold any fowls known as ‘ Brahma- Pootra.”’ Never, Mr. Wright! and you can not find it in the published records anywhere, prior to the late war— unless you have so written it yourself. Now let us see. My fowls—which led the world of poul- try then—were steadily and uniformly called by me, what they were— Gray Shanghais ;” please notice. But, because they were the finest and best ; because they were the original American birds of this general character, color, and class; because all England and America were ordering my ‘birds like those sent to the Queen,’’ which Dr. Kerr called ‘ Chit- tagong,’’ and I called ‘‘Gray Shanghai,” (never ‘‘ Brahma’) Mr. Cornish first called Ais fowls Chittagong, as he himself states in his letter; and Dr. Bennett (who called his fowls “ Brahma-Pootras”’ then) finding my stock so popular, at once declares to Dr. Gwynne that his fowls and Mr. Burn- ham's of the United States (mot Cornish’s) are precisely similar; a fact occurring at about the time when Mr. Cor- nish’s letter appears, which I think explains itself. Will Mr. Wright inform us if Cornish’s stock was the original true bird; why Bennett did not go back and call his fowls ‘Chittagongs,’”’ as Cornish and Chamberlin named their fowls? (See Cornish’s letter again.) Keep the fact in mind, that I never had anything to do with naming any fowls for Cornish, for Chamberlin, for Bennett, or for any body on earth—except my own. I named that stock after the Chinese port whence they came, only, to wit—Shanghai; and Gray, because I then bred the Buff, Partridge, Black, Red, &c.; and this was their true name, simply to distinguish them from the others. Had I the right so to name my own property, or not? Now LI consider Mr Wright a good writer, and no doubt he isan honorable man. I never have, and never shall “fling mud’? at him. I never wrote a word against him or his theory before; but, now I propose to make a clean thing of it, in my poor way—though I cannot conceive why he thus devotes so many pages in his poultry book to abuse me, who never uttered one word in my life, up to the date of his book, which he thus wrongfully imputes to me about “ Brahma’’ fowls. Here is where the trouble is. The premises of Mr. Wright were utterly without foundation, inasmuch as I never then claimed that I originated ‘‘ Brahmas.’’ I never had ought to do with praising the “Brahma” fowl. I always opposed this bald nonsense, and would never permit 374 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Dr. Bennett, Mr. Cornish, or Mr. Anybody to thus mis- name my fowls. Everybody in England and America knew this; though my name was, by others, sometimes men- tioned in this connection; but, if Mr. Cornish, Dr. Bennett, or Mr. Wright; Dr. Gwynne, or Mr. Bailey; Mr. Teget- meier, or his Royal Highness Prince Albert, chose (as some did, I believe, after a while) to call my Gray Shanghais “ Brahmas,’’ could I help it? I never called any of their fowls ‘‘Gray Shanghais,” surely. I} am not charged with this mistake at any rate, for Mr. Wright himself says (in «FR, R. W.’s”’ quotation from him) that ‘ Burnham could not get that stock.” How a sensible man who writes so cleverly as Wright does, usually, could have wrought himself up to penning such a tirade as he has, first and last against me on this always-hated ‘Brahma’? question, is more than I can comprehend—since it is notorious that I never had anything whatever to do with favoring it. I had then strenuously opposed it in committees; in my writings; in conventions; in public and private; first, last, and always; upon the ever-constant principle that my fowls were ‘‘ Gray Shang- hais’’ from the start, and not “ Brahma-Pootras.”’ I have often smiled at this talk and zeal on Mr. Wright’s part to cry me and my fowls down, and frequently I have been urged to reply tohim. TI invariably used to do so, and have said a hundred times to friends: ‘‘ Why, bless you, Mr. Wright is all atsea in this matter! He is talking and writing about what does not concern me at all. He writes about the ‘Brahma fowl,’ and of ‘Brahma-Pootras.’ What have I to do with ‘Brahma-Pootraism?’? I have no ‘ Brahma- Pootras ;’ I never had; I never claimed to have had. My fowls are the ‘Gray Shanghais’—light and dark, my dear sir.”’ “True, But why dont you call your fowls ‘ Brahmas,’ as others do, Mr. Burnham ?’’ ‘“ Because I don’t choose to—I never did, and I’m too old to go back on myself. They are not Brahmas—that is, I mean my stock. I never said it was, and I never will.” These had steadily been my assertions ; still, Mr. Wright keeps calling me hard names, declaring that I “‘ never had any genuine Brahmas’? (who says I did ?), and that ‘‘ Burn- ham might have bred some tolerable imitation Brahmas”’ (which I did not). I had never even said I had any ‘‘ Brahmas’? whatever, genuine or imitation; that I ever tried to breed ‘* Brahmas,’’ or pretended I did. I had never even called my fowls ‘‘ Brahmas,’’ and never would ; and I surely made no statement, oral or written, in which Mr. Cornish’s fowls were involved, where I was a witness ‘more’? or ‘less reliable,’ as Mr. Wright states, because his ‘‘ Chittagongs”’ or ‘‘ Brahma-Pootras,’’ or whatever he named them, never interfered with my ‘Gray Shanghaes”’ any more than did Dr. Bennett’s ‘‘ Wild East India Fawn- colored Dorkings,’’ at this same period notable. Mr. Wright adds that Burnham failed to purchase this Cornish stock, because he could not get it. Why not? I never tried to buy it. What did J want of it? I had the older stock, which I always deemed the best, to wit: the Gray Shanghais. Mr. Wright lays great stress on the fact that ‘* Burnham vainly tried to purchase this stock, but did not succeed.’’ Admitted, again, that I did not. Thus, of course, Mr. Wright is a good witness that the fowls I had (presupposing that I ever had any) were not of this Cornish- Chamberlin, ‘‘ Chittagong” or ‘‘ Brahma-Pootra’’ strain. This settles one point clearly. But, I had better ones, and this it was that bothered my competitors, as thousands testified in favor of my birds, all over the world, in those years. I raised over 1600 of the ‘Gray Shanghais”” in one year (1852 to 1853) in Melrose, and sent them all over Great Britain and the United States, to*my generous patrons entire satisfaction, but never once calling them by the detested name of Brahma- Pootras, about which Mr. Wright has so unkindly (toward me) raised such a silly fuss. All this, be it remembered, I now state as applying in point of tume to the period when Mr. Wright got out his books. Of course, in the last few years (since this “‘ Brahma” name has been so universally in use), I have as often spoken of them as of my Gray Shanghais, because everybody latterly thus designates this kind of poultry, for convenience. And in my ‘‘ New Poultry Book,’ issued in 1871, I advertised and wrote about them as ‘‘ Brahmas,’’ because we had all accepted this latest popularly established name—both in England and America—but not previously, when Wright published his works. Iam now sixty years of age. I solemnly declare that I never was concerned in making or in sustaining this name of ‘‘Brahma’’ for fowls. I never claimed it for my stock; I had no occasion to do so. I never (in those years) sold any fowls thus, for I knew when and where this name was made—by another party, for his own purposes—and I knew that my stock were not ‘‘ Brahmas,” but true ‘‘ Gray Shang- hais.”’ Under this latter name, only, I always sent them to England. If other people choose to call them ‘“ Black Spanish,’’ I could not and cannot help it. And to sum up, briefly, I will now say to Mr. Wright, you have entirely misapprehended this whole ‘‘ Brahma” origin matter, so far as Jam concerned. You have assailed me and my fowls for no good reason under God’s heavens. I never had anything whatever to do with your “ Brahma”? fowls, about which you make such an ado! I never wished to; I never bred, bought, borrowed, kept, or had any ‘“‘ Brahmas,’’ during the first twenty years of the poultry mania, from 1848, forward. Mr. Cornish does not say a word about me; and that gentleman and myself have never had any variance whatever, either written or verbal. In his letter he does not talk of Mr. Burnham, or about ‘‘ Brah- mas.” He calls his fowls ‘‘ Chittagongs,” then as Dr. Kerr and Mr. Chamberlin did. Afterwards, they called them ‘¢ Brahma-Pootras,’’ I believe, as they had the right to do, just as I had always called mine ‘‘ Gray Shanghais,”’ by the same right; as they (and Mr. Wright ought to) very well know. Dr. Bennett created this name of ‘Brahma.’ Surely, Mr. Lewis Wright, “thou can’st not say I did it,” and speak the truth! And, once for all, I now inform you that I had no share in this ‘‘ Brahma-Pootra’”’ or ‘‘ Brahma” bubble, either as to fowls or by this name (except justly to ridicule it), from the beginning to the end; but constantly and always fought it ‘‘ tooth and nail,” as Cornish, Bennett, and everybody else knows; and simply claimed that I had and (bred, kept, and sold) presented to the Queen, and ex- hibited, only my choice ‘' Gray Shanghais,” the finest fowls in the world, which I imported from Shanghai, through Philadelphia (Dr. Kerr) and New York (W. T. Porter), in 1849 and 1850. Will you correct these errors of yours, by publishing this article in your new London Fanciers’ Gazette? I ask this at your hands as my just, egal, and moral right. You have the facts before you. Will you, Mr. Lewis Wright, now accord me this simple justice ? FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 875 And now, Mr. “ F. R. W.,’’ since you have thus gratui- tously dragged me and Mr. Wright in antagonism before the public, through my friend Wade’s columns, remove your mask, and tell me who youare. I donot know you by your initials, but I shall be glad to learn that you are a gentle- man. You know me, because my name and address accom- pany my articles. I am not ashamed of it, as an American citizen or as a poultry fancier. Mr. Wright is publicly known, too, and is man enough I hope to admit the strange error he has, I think, unwittingly committed towards me, and will correct it. As to Mr. Wright’s insinuations and allusions towards Mr. Tegetmeier, I look upon such language as being written in exceedingly bad taste. But Mr. T. has treated me and my fowls in his superb ‘poultry book’’ but justly, and I feel well assured that that talented gentleman (so long the accomplished editor of the London Field) is quite qualified to take care of himself, without my aid. But, for you, Mr. “F. R. W.,’’ observe that I will not fight you in the dark. And, as you threaten, I see, to “notice, in future articles, some other of Mr. Burnham’s late severe criticisms”’ in this paper, I repeat it, do this un- der your own proper signature, like a man, and I will strive courteously to prove myself ‘‘a foeman worthy of your steel.”’ Or, in default of this, though I am counted where I am known as the best-natured man alive, most assuredly I shall “notice”? you, or your covert communications, no farther. MELROSE, Mass., May 1874. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) PACKING AND SHIPPING EGGS. DEAR JOURNAL: A little incident came to my notice recently which, I think, might serve a good purpose if published in your valuable columns. A friend of mine came to me and stated his desire to procure some Dominique eggs. As I do not breed that variety, 1 gave him the name and address of a well-known exhibitor of them. He accordingly wrote to the party, requesting him to say whether he had eggs for sale, and at what price? Three days after he received a reply from the breeder, saying that he had eggs for sale and giving price, saying that he could supply them the follow- ing week. Thereupon my friend again wrote to him, in- closing the required amount, and desiring him to send the eggs as soon as convenient. After a reasonable time had elapsed he visited both the express and post-office, but received no tidings of his eggs. This he repeated every day for a week, but no eggs or letter came. He then began to think that the letter which he had sent, with the money inclosed, could not have been received by the person to whom it was written. Accordingly, he again wrote to him, inclosing a stamp, requesting him to say whether he had received the money or not. Another week rolled around, and not receiving either eggs or a reply to his last letter, he gave it up as a bad job, and, as he lived some distance from the express office, did not go to inquire for some time. A neighbor of his, going to the express office several days after, discovered that a box was there for him, which had been there several days. It proved to be the box contain- ing his eggs; but I doubt if any fancier would have ever dreamed that that box contained eggs for hatching, it being but 92 inches long, 5} wide, and 4 deep, and was without a handle, cushion, or spring, with a small piece of writing paper pasted on the top, on which was written the name and address of the person to whom it was directed. Nota word to indicate that it contained eggs, or that there was any need of handling it carefully. In fact, the most con- spicuous thing about it was that it was marked on the side with a stencil plate, ‘72 1-ounce packs Scotch snuff.’? Now, this box was opened in the presence of five persons, myself among the number—and such a mess! Several of the eggs were broken, and their contents had oozed out and was smeared over some of the others—so much so as to make it necessary to wash them. I, for one, would not have taken the box and its contents and paid the express charges. Now, I have avoided giving any person’s name in ‘con- nection with this article, but I think that every person who sells eggs should use a box sufficiently large enough to hold the eggs, and that the box should have a handle of leather, or some other material, with which to carry it; also, that it should have a cushion, rubber springs, or some- thing to break the jar if set down too quickly ; and last, but not least, a good card, on which should be printed in large letters, ‘‘ Eggs for hatching; handle with care.” Then, again, when a sitting of eggs is shipped, a letter should be dispatched, giving the person to whom they are sent notice of the fact that they have been sent. It is much to be regretted that occurrences of this kind should happen, as it tends to create a feeling of Gistrust towards the whole fraternity of fanciers and breeders in general. Now, the purchaser in this case, although a poor man, would have made an ardent fancier, as he is one of those men who will keep good stock or none at all; as the case stands now, he is simply disgusted with the whole thing. W. E. FLoweEr. SHOEMAKERTOWN, PA., May, 1874. Caqatoques, &c., Receiven. GrorGE E. Peer & Co., Rochester, N. Y.—Price list of nearly all the leading varieties of fancy pigeons. GeorceE F. Partow, East Freetown, Mass.—Card. Trout ponds. Fish and eggs. Gero. J. Pererson, Marshfield, Mass.—White Leghorn, Partridge Cochin, and Light Brahma fowls. C. G. Sanrorp, Providence, R. I.—Illustrated card. Light and Dark Brahmas. Amos G. Day, Ithaca, N. Y.—Illustrated circular. Im- ported poultry. Improved stock of all kinds, including fancy birds, pet animals, water fowl, and fifty varieties of fancy and Toy pigeons. Dr. §. T. Davis, Millersville, Lancaster County, Pa.— Illustrated circular of the Manor Bee-hive and Trap, in- cluding descriptions and price list. V.C. Girman, Nashua, N. H.—Card. Plymouth Rock fowls and eggs. S. P. Sronr, Farmer Village, Seneca County, N. Y.— Card. Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, Partridge, and White Cochins; Plymouth Rock, Houdan, Dominique, Golden Spangled Hamburg, and Sebright Bantam fowls Aylesbury, Black Cayuga, and Colored Muscovy ducks. Freperick W. Bascock, New Haven, Conn.—Descrip- tive and illustrated circular and price list of fowls and eggs including cuts of White Leghorns, Light and Durk Brahmas, Houdans, and Silver-Spangled Hamburgs, L. H. Horproox, Salem, Muss.—Card and price list of fancy pigeons, including Carriers, Calcutta Fantails, Mag- pies, Nuns, Barbs, and Yellow Tumblers. C. H. Warren, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y.—Price list. Seventeen varieties fowls and ducks. 376 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. Entered, according to Act of Congress, in the year 1873, by Jos—erH M. WabDE, in the office of the Librarian of Congress, at Washington. a, Sorczs J OURNAL AND 4 J OULTRY (Gxonaves, JOSEPH M. WADE, Editor and Proprietor. Published Weekly at 39 North Ninth Street, Philadelphia. SUBSCRIPTION. Per Annum, Six Copies, one year,.... A Specimen Copies, by mail,... 10 Per Annum to Canada,...... 270 Per Annum to England,.... 3 54 ADVERTISEMENTS From reliable parties, on any subject interesting to Fanciers, will be inserted at 10 cents per line, set solid; if displayed, 15 cents per line of space will be charged; about 12 words make a line, and 12 lines make an inch of space. 1 inch of space, set solid 1 column, about 108 lines, set solid..... 1 page, 216 lines, solid..... Advertisements from unknown parties must be paid fo SHERMAN & Co., PRINTERS, PHILADELPHIA. THE DRIVE. CuIck, click, along the road we jog, The track is smooth, the day is bright, And our horse as full of play As a swallow is of flight. Click, click, along the road we trot, With steady pull on tighten’d reins, Our gallant steed, with pride, His leadership maintains, Click, click, along the road we speed, Take care, old man, our wheels are near; Ha! ha! we’ve shook him off, And now the way is clear. Click, click, along the road we bound, With spreading nostrils, flashing eyes, And crest that towers high, Our roadster fairly flies. Click, click, click, steady now, old boy, The heat is won, the race is o’er, We'll settle to a walk, Contented with the score. Wixzaur P. Moraan. CorrRESpONDENCE. WRIGHT OR BURNHAM. Two weeks ago we published ‘* F. R. W.’s’? communica- tion, with its lengthy extract from L. Wright’s ‘Illustrated Book of Poultry,’’ which presented some.not over-flattering remarks toward Mr. G. P. Burnham, so well known in America as one of our oldest breeders and writers upon poultry, and in our present issue we give place to Mr. Burn- ham’s rejoinder. This subject of the origin of the name “ Brahma-Pootra,”’ or the later style of Brahma, has long been a vexing one. Mr. Wright, in his new work, has gone into the merits of the case pretty extensively. But Mr. Burnham takes the ground (see his article on our fourth page this week) that Mr. Wright has wronged him in his theory, since Mr. B. persistently declares that ‘Ae never had any- thing to do with this Brahma-Pootraism, except to ridicule it,’’ and that his fine stock was called by him steadily for many years simply ‘‘ Gray Shanghais,’’ because he imported it originally from Shanghai, through Dr. J. J. Kerr (Asa Rugg), of Philadelphia. Now, if Mr. B. is correct, and he certainly points us away back to Dr. Kerr’s letters, in 1849, in support of his assertions, it seems that Pennsylvania, and not either Massachusetts or Connecticut, is entitled to the honor of the origin of the ‘‘Gray Shanghais,”’ ‘‘Chittagongs,”’ or, as they are now called, ‘‘ Brahmas ;’’ for there can no longer be any doubt, from all the evidence before the public, that these light gray fowls had a common origin in this country, and have been from time to time, since 1850, ’51, and ’52, variously named by the parties interested to suit their own tastes. We shall watch further developments | with interest, and will only add that, as far back as 1855~’56, we ourselves bred these fowls in Massachusetts. They were then known as Gray Shanghais and Chittagongs, and as we recollect them, they were certainly identical with the Light Brahmas of to-day. If not, what has become of them; for it is barely possible that two such breeds of fowls, if they ever existed, could be lost in so short a time? Durine the present excessive hot weather is a good time to try Hunsberger’s Poultry Powder. It can be had at nearly any fanciers’ store, or of A. C. Hunsberger, Portland, Pa. FRIEND WADE: I am not given to flattery, but will say that you are im- proving each number of the Journal, and that the first num- ber was a success. Yours truly, CHaries F. Mitts. SPRINGFIELD, ILL., May 28, 1874. Derar Sir: Will you or some of your subscribers be kind enough to inform me through the columns of your valuable Journal, whether pigeons can be kept and allowed to fly on a tin roof without injuring the roof. By answering or publishing the above, you will greatly oblige a REGULAR SUBSCRIBER. BROOKLYN, June 2, 1874. Dear EDITOR: Mr. S. L. Cummings, in No. 22, says ‘‘The American Standard of Excellence excludes B. B. Red Games with yellow legs.’’? I suppose he means Black Breasted Red Games. The standard says of them: ‘ Legs, either willow, olive, yellow, white, or blue.”” Where does Mr. C. get his authority ? J. Y. B. WESTMORELAND, N. Y., May 29, 1874. IMPORTATIONS. Jos. M. WADE, Esq. Dear Sir: Have just received, per steamer ‘‘ France,” 12 birds, ten of them Baldheads, and one pair of Yellow Beards. The colors are Red, Blues, and Silvers. All the birds are in good condition, notwithstanding their long passage. I am informed by good authority that Yellow Balds are very searce in England, but I expect shortly at least two lots of Yellows and Reds. Yours truly, H. A. Brown. New York, June 2, 1874. Jos. M. Wane, Esq. Dear Sir: I have just received from Mr. Mears, of Lon- don, England, by the ship “ Niagara,” one pair of Black Breasted Red and one trio Brown Red Games. All fine birds, well stationed, and hard plumage. Yours respectfully, VERONA, N. Y., May 30, 1874. C. H. WarREN. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 377 LEUIGH VALLEY POULTRY ASSOCIATION. Epiror Fanciers’ JOURNAL. Dear Sir: LT inclose you clipping from our local paper, with full list of officers, &c., &c. I take great pleasure in assuring you that our Association, under the able manage- ment of the very efficient officers, bids fair to prosper, and accomplish its mission. It willsupply fully a want long felt in this locality. Any further information you may desire for your valuable Journal wiil be cheerfully forwarded. Hoping to see our enterprise encouraged through your columns, I remain respectfully yours, C. G. TREXLER. ALLENTOWN, June 2, 1874. FRIEND WADE: I have lost three or four fine Canaries lately, and desire to ask through the Journal, if any one can tell me what ailed them, and suggest a remedy. The birds were apparently well in the morning, but towards noon (or some time during the day), they commenced moping. The feathers were roughed up as in a case of cold. I treated them for cold, giving bread and milk (boiled), in which I put a little pepper pod and a little rhubarb. I also gavea little maw seed. They did not get any better and I examined them closely. The eyes were dull and heavy; the body was very poor and thin; the breast bone nearly protruding through the skin; the rump gland was slightly inflamed, but not much. I then gave some hard-boiled egg and hemp seed, but they continued to droop, and died the next day. I had been feeding them on the best canary and summer rape seed, and I cannot think that they suffered from want of attention. Hus any one had a like experience? L. H. Pigeon Department. MOORE’S WORK ON PIGEONS. (Continued from page 361.) a tolerable judgment whether a pigeon be cock or hen, for in this point the best and oldest fanciers have been some- times deceived ; for this purpose, therefore, take the follow- ing rules: The hen has generally a shorter breastbone than the cock. Her vent, and the os sacrum, or bone near the vent, is more open than in the cock. Her head and cheeks are thinner, and she does not look so bold as the cock. Her coo is shorter, and nothing near so loud and masculine as the cock’s; besides, the cock frequently makes a half- round in his playing, which the hen does not, though a merry rank hen will sometimes show and play almost like a cock, and, if very salacious, will sometimes tread another pigeon. And lastly, in young pigeons, that which squeaks longest in the nest is generally reputed a hen. THE GENERATION OF PIGEONS. We now come to treat of the generation of this bird, that is, the method it makes use of for propagation of its species; and here I must acknowledge myself obliged to Dr. Harvey in his excellent treatise of the generation of animals. All animals therefore are distinguished into three sorts: oviparous, or such as are formed from an egg; viviparous, or such as are produced from the uterus alive and in perfec- tion ; and vermiparous, or such as are formed from a worm. Though in fact the foetus of all kinds of animals is pro- duced from an egg; the only reason therefore of this distinc- tion is, that in some animals this egg (if I may be allowed the phrase), is hatched, or brought. to perfection in the uterus; whereas all of the feathered kind emit or lay this egg, and produce their young from it by incubation. The pigeon, therefore, is an oviparous bird. I call it a bird because all that belong to this genus feed their young ones for some considerable time after they are hatched; whereas the young ones of the fowl kind will search for their own food, and eat it themselves almost as soon as they are discharged from the shell of that egg in which they were produced. It will not here be amiss to give some account of the production of the egg. Nature produces in the ovary, or upper matrix of the hen or female bird, a great cluster of small yolks, sticking together like a bunch of grapes, which from this similitude Dr. Harvey calls a vitellary, and adds that in pigeons he has observed this cluster of eggs to be all of a like magnitude, excepting only two which were larger than the rest, and were now ready to descend into the lower uterus or womb. The cock in the act of coition impregnates these eggs, and by a wonderful operation of nature renders them prolific. We shall not take upon us here to determine the method by which this is performed, but shall content ourselves with observing that there is a spot at each end of the egg, called by the learned, chalazex, from the resemblance of a small hailstone, and, vulgarly, the cock’s treadles; these, by a mistake, have heen accounted to proceed from the emission of the male, and to contain the plastic virtue of the foetus, but experience has abundantly proved that these treadles are to be found in all eggs, whether they are prolific and fruitful or subventaneous and addle. It is the opinion of most, and that not without great probability, that all the eggs a hen will ever lay are con- tained in this vitellary or cluster, and that as soon as this number is exhausted she will become effete or barren. Some people therefore to abuse mankind, and vend a useless bird, will oil the vent of a barren hen and force an egg into it, to make you believe she is not effete; if you happen to be thus imposed on, that you may not lose your seasons of breeding, by keeping such a hen matched to a good cock, we shall give a method to proye whether she be effete or not. When the cock drives her hard to nest, give her a pair of eggs, and let her hatch them and bring up; pursue this method for two or three pair, if you value her, and if she be not barren this, and cross-matching her, that is, pair- ing her to another cock, will effectually bring her to laying. Before we leave this head, we cannot omit mentioning the dalliances made use of by this bird before coition, which are in a manner endearing and peculiar only tothem. And here the cock when salacious will, by a voice at that time peculiarly harmonious, and by several pretty, and as we may ( To be continued.) 378 Smaue Pet Departmen. 4a~ All communications and contributions intended for this depart- ment should be addressed to HOWARD I. IRELAND, Concordville, Delaware County, Pa. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) SQUIRRELS. Or all the four-footed inhabitants of our woods, from the fleet-footed deer down to the winter-sleeping wood-mouse, perhaps no one of them is so much admired on account of the gracefulness of its shape, or the beauty and softness of its fur, as the Squirrel. Every variety of this species comes in for a share of this dangerous popularity; fatal alike to their liberty and happiness. One of the principal reasons why Squirrels are so universally sought for as pets is because they are so easily tamed, and of so little trouble after being domesticated. Each hickory-nut, chestnut, and oak grove is generally inhabited by some variety of these semi-wild rodents; while nearly every stone wall throughout the State of Pennsyl- vania is tenanted by Ground Hackies and Chick-er-ees. So abundant in some sections of the State are the last two va- rieties that they are a nuisance to the farmer, and are shot and trapped without compunction. Sometimes Squirrels are captured when young by persons possessing large yards, kept until tame, and then liberated. They seldom return to their native haunts, but remain about the house of their master, building their nests in the trees of the yard, and soon becoming so accustomed to the sight of man as to descend from the trees and take nuts from his hand. Squirrels belong to the Rodentia, or gnawing animals; so called because of the habit of gnawing or cutting into fine particles the substances upon which they feed. They live in spring on buds and young shoots, and the nuts left of last Autumn’s gathering; during the summer on numer- ous forest fruits and the cones of the pine; but autumn is their feeding and harvesting time; then the little harvesters, as soon as the first frosts open the burrs and hulls, congregate in immense numbers to gather these nuts for winter use, when the trees shall refuse them sustenance. They now become quite fat, and hundreds of them fall beneath the gun of the sportsman to grace the table of the epicure. Their flesh is pronounced exquisite in quality and delicious in flavor, especially that of the gray Squirrel. During the winter they generally live in hollow trees, so as to be protected from the cold storms; but as soon as the fickle smile of spring becomes fixed they venture forth, and construct a nest in the branches of trees. The place generally selected for this purpose is a stout branch where it joins the stump; or oftentimes the fork of two branches. The nest is constructed of twigs and leaves, and the inner part is lined with fine grass or moss. It is shaped like an orange, more or less flat at the top and bottom, and at the top or side is asmall aperture, barely large enough to admit the body of the little animal. This opening is often, though not always, shaped like a cone, and so arranged as to ef- fectually exclude the most violent summer rains. Besides this nest the Squirrel has a store-house for nuts and acorns, generally in the same tree in which the nest is built. These hoarded provisions are used only when all other food fails. About the first of May, in a nest as described above, the female brings forth her young, from four to five in number. These are carefully nursed and cared for by her until they are able to provide for themselves. Squirrels have but one litter yearly, and they seldom breed in confinement. Their paws are furnished with sharp nails, adapted for rapid climbing. The tail is long and bushy, and is, indeed, the largest part of them. It answers the purpose of an um- brella to keep the sun and rain off; and, it is also said, that when desiring to cross a stream they will get on a chip, ele- vate their tail, and let the wind waft them to the opposite shore. The following anecdote from Goldsmith’s Animated Nature will illustrate this more clearly : ‘In Lapland the Squirrels change their habitations, and remove in vast numbers from one country to another. The Squirrels, upon approaching the banks of a river, and per- ceiving the breadth of the water, return, as if by common consent, into the neighboring forest, each in quest of a piece of bark, which answers all the purposes of boats for wafting them over. When the whole company are fitted in this man- ner they boldly commit their little boats to the waves, every Squirrel sitting on its own piece of bark, and fanning the air with its tail to drive the vessel to the desired port. In this or- derly manner they boldly set forward. But it too often hap- pens that the poor mariners are not aware of the dangers of their navigation, for although the edge of the water is gener- ally calm, in the midst it is always more turbulent. There the slightest additional gust of wind oversets the little sailor and his vessel together. The whole navy, that but a few minutes before rode proudly and securely along, is now overturned, and a shipwreck of two or three thousand sails ensues. This, which is so unfortunate for the little animal, is generally the most lucky accident in the world for the Laplander on the shore, who gathers up the dead bodies as they are thrown in by the waves, eats the flesh, and sells the skins for about a shilling the dozen.” GRAY SQUIRREL. The different varieties of Squirrels are numerous. Among the most common is the Gray Squirrel, which, in the days of our grandfathers, were so plentiful that they committed great devastation on the corn, often destroying whole crops. But now they are quite scarce, though they are yet to be oc- casionally found in the woods. This is the kind generally kept for a pet, and for game is more esteemed than any other on account of the delicate flavor of its flesh. In the fall of the year, when chestnuts are ripe, they become very fat, and it is then they are shot for the table and the market. They are about the size of a half-grown wild rabbit. Their fur is long, soft, and of a grayish color; it is sometimes used for making ladies’ furs. The tail is covered with long gray hairs, often variegated near the extremity. A similar va- riety is found in the north of Europe. It is easily tamed, and makes a most playful and mischievous pet. FOX SQUIRREL. The Fox Squirrel is found in the pine forests of the Southern States. The color is black and gray, or oftentimes mottled, and some haye white noses. It often reaches a length (including tail) of thirty-five inches, and is the largest variety in the United States, with the exception of a kind of Gray Squirrel found in Virginia. It is not often confined as a pet. CAT SQUIKREL. A variety of Squirrel, called the Cat Squirrel, is found in the thick forests of the north. The fur of this Squirrel is FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 379 very fine in texture. In color it is cinereous, with white underneath the belly. It is quite large, often reaching the length of twenty-five inches. CHICK-ER-EE, OR RED SQUIRREL. The Chick-er-ee or Red Squirrel is very common through- out the entire United States. It inhabits the nut and oak woods, living in hollow trees. Their color is red on the back, and whitish-red beneath. This should not be con- founded with the Ground-Hackey, the most common variety of the family. These latter burrow in the ground, generally under a rock or rotten stump. They are so common that a description would be superfluous. They-are easily tamed, and will eat as soon as put in a cage. FLYING SQUIRREL. The Flying Squirrel is, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful of the whole species. They are quite common in our woods, and often take up their abode in an old garret, keeping up a terrible racket during the night. On their side is a fold of skin, which, on stretching out their limbs, be- comes stiff and spread. By means of this they make long leaps, descending from a higher to a lower tree, or from the top of oue to the base of another. The color of their skin isa beautiful gray, and their fur is exceedingly soft, although not so long as that of the larger kinds. Underneath they are white, and the skin, by means of which they take such enormous leaps, is edged with yellow. The face is not so pointed as are the rest of the Squirrel family, and their ears are destitute of fur. Their eyes are large and expressive. Squirrels are best taken from the nest when one-half or two-thirds grown. If a bag be placed over a hole in a tree containing young Squirrels, and the tree thumped, they will generally run into it. The drawing-strings with which it should be provided are pulled, and the inmates made prisoners. Gray Squirrels are taken from the nest younger than other varieties, because if allowed to become very large they can only with great difficulty be captured. Ground Squirrels are generally drowned or dug out. After being captured, the young Squirrel should immediately be placed in a large box with a wire front. A small box filled with cotton, or what is still better, dry corn silk, and a hole cut in the top for entrance will make a good artificial nest. After be- coming accustomed to confinement, you can place them in a regular cage. Feed Squirrels on nuts of all kinds, ripe fruit, bread, and pine cones; occasionally allow them new milk; give fresh water daily. Pau Loatc. (For Fanciers’ Journal.) Mr. Eprror. I have a pair of common American field rabbits, which were plowed up in a field when quite young. They are not yet full grown, and seem perfectly contented in confine- ment. Can any of your readers inform me whether they can be thoroughly domesticated, how many broods they have yearly, and whether they will breed in confinement ? Yours respectfully, Frank G. CoLBarn. CONCORD, Pa. ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. (Under the above head we will with pleasure answer all reasonable questions concerning small pets.] “Guinea Pig,” South Acworth, N. H.—Female Guinea Pigs go with young about five weeks. They will breed at the age of six weeks. They have but two teats, so your doe has the right number. Will be pleased to receive the promised article. Items. Ty order to make our “Item” column as interesting as possible, we would be obliged to our readers for contributions of original matter, how- ever short—yes, let it be condensed and to the point, in a variety of style—facts and fancies interesting to fanciers. neg~ The New Bedford, Mass., editors are collecting big eggs, by means of artful little paragraphs, praising the per- sons who send in the eggs. hag ‘Boy is that a licensed dog?” asked a policeman. ‘No,’ said the youngster, ‘‘he’s a rat terrier dog, and 1’m taking him down to have his teeth filed.”’ Res ‘Sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander” is now rendered—“ The culinary adornments which suffice for the female of the race Anser, may be relished also with the mas- culine adult of the same species.” iG" ADDITIONS TO THE ZOOLOGICAL COLLECTION IN THE Parx.—On Wednesday morning, June 3d, an elk was born in the Zoological Garden at Fairmount Park in this city. It is a female, and beautifully spotted. The Society has also received a very handsome pair of leopards and an eland. gas Buffalo are moving in immense numbers west of Fort Dodge, and hundreds of hunters are gathering for the slaughter. Now is the time, if soldiers are any use on the frontier, to enforce the law against the wanton destruction of these valuable herds. None should be killed unless the meat as well as the skin is taken away for consumption. MARYLAND STATE POULTRY ASSOCIATION. The annual meeting of the Maryland State Poultry Asso- ciation was held recently at Schwinn’s Hall, Nos 21 & 23 West Pratt Street, Baltimore. The meeting was well at- tended, and was called to order at an early hour by the President, Mr. J. B. Town, who made a few remarks upon the present prosperous condition of the Association, and showed conclusively that its fature gave promise of still greater results than have been achieved in the past. After the transaction of the usual routine business, the following gentlemen were elected officers for the ensuing year : President—J. B. Town. Vice-Presidents—Charles Becker, Frederick A. Rommel, and P. K. Lloyd, of Baltimore County. Treasurer—George Schwinn. Recording Secretary—S. H. Slifer. Corresponding Secretary—Richard Grist. On motion, it was then decided to hold the next annual exhibition on the 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th of January, 1875. The success which crowned the last exhibition so gratified the managers that they have this year decided to hold their annual exhibition in the main hall of Maryland Institute, or one of the other leading halls of the city, and no pains will be spared by the committee to make it the finest exhibition of the kind ever held in Maryland. The premiums will be all cash, and many of them unusually large. The premium list when completed will embrace every leading variety of pigeons, chickens, turkeys, geese, and ducks. The com- mittee have resclved to increase their premiums for the coming exhibition at least one hundred per cent. The list will be printed in a few days. As the newly elected officers are all enthusiastic fanciers and energetic business men, they will certainly make the Maryland State Poultry Asso- ciation one of the leading societies of Maryland. The Asso- ciation has established a reading-room for the benefit of its members, and the Society has ordered the Secretary to sub- scribe for all the leading poultry papers and magazines in Europe and this country. On motion, it was decided, by a unanimous vote, not to receive the new Standard of Excellence, but to retain the old standard as the guide for judging. S. H. SuirEr, Rec. Sec’y, 380 FANCIERS’ POULTRY SHOWS FOR 1874 & 1875. New England Poultry Club. Worcester, Mass., December 1, 2, 3, and 4, 1874. G. H. Estabrook, Secretary. Bucks Co. Poultry Association. Doylestown, Pa., Decem- ber 8,9, 10, and 11. Theo. P. Harvey, Secretary, Doyles- town, Pa. Connecticut State Poultry Society. Hartford, Conn., De- cember 15, 16, 17, and 18. -Dr. Geo. L. Parmele, See’y. Maryland State Poultry Association, Baltimore, Jan. 5, 6, 7, and 8, 1875: 8S. H. Slifer, Secretary. Maine Poultry Association. Portland, January 12, 138, 14, and 15. Fred. Fox, Secretary, Portland, Maine. Western New York Poultry Society, Buffalo, New York. February 10th to the 17th. Geo. W. White, Secretary. = ExcHANces. 4@- ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS COLUMN, OF Five LINEs, oR Forry- E1gHT WORDS, DESCRIBING AND OFFERING FOR EXCHANGE ONLY, WILL BE ALLOWED AT 25 CENTS FOR EACH AND EVERY INSERTION. WANTED TO EXCHANGE.—0ne trio of White Leghorns for B. B. Red Game, or Sebright Bantams, Must be good birds, as the Leg- horns are from the best strains in the country. T. H. CONNOR, Blackinton, Mass. ILL EXCHANGE.—A trio of White Faced Black Spanish (cost $9), Fancy Pigeons, or Guinea Fowl, for White Leghorns or Golden Sebrights. First-class stock. Address P.O. Box 44, Lawrence, Mass. WILL EXCHANGE.—One yard of my breeding stock White Leg- horns, ten Hens and one cock, for Fancy Pigeons. Pedigrée furnished if required. ELIJAH LOY, East Meridan, Conn. TO EXCHANGE.—I have two Golden Sebright Bantam Hens, that took lst premium at our State Fair last fall, and one pair extra Aylesbury Ducks, which I will exchange for any variety of Cochins or for Dark Brahma Hens; will exchange Eggs from several varieties of fowls, for Hens or Fancy Pigeons. C. E. L. HAYWARD, Peterboro’, N. H. TO EXCHANGE —One Yellow Ruff, two Red and two Black Hel- mets or Spots, two Black Nuns, all males, for solid Black Turbit and Black Nun Females, or other birds. E, H. HERO, Milford, Mass. WANTED —In exchange for two sittings of Light Brahma Eggs, a Beagle or Verrier Dog Pup. W.E. FLOWER, Shoemakertown, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE —One trio White Cochins or Black Russians, at $15 per trio, for Guinea Pigs, or Gray Call Ducks, or choice Pigeons, at cash prices. W. H. BRACKETT, Boston, Mass. FOR EXCHANGE-—Trios of first-class Partridge Cochins (Wil- liarhs and Herstine strains) for Brown Leghorns or Bantams. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Erie, Pa. WILL EXCHANGE for Buff Cochins, several varieties of Fowls, Pigeons, Wright’s Ill. Book of Poultry, &c. What offers? EBEN P. DAY, Hazleton, Pa. TO EXCHANGE —Light Brahma Eggs, from fine strains, for White Cochin, Butf Cochin, White Leghorn, Dominique, Black Ham- burg, and 8. 8S. Hamburg Eggs. Address BACON & SPINNING, Riverside Station, Conn. Wo. H. CourcHMAN, Esq., Chairman of the Executive Committee of the American Poultry Association: Dear Sir: Respectfully calling your attention to Article V, Section 1, of the By-Laws of this Association, we, the undersigned, members of your Committee, would urge upon you the necessity of calling together this Committee at as early a day as possible, and would name Wednesday morning, July 22, 1874, at half-past 10 o'clock, at the Metropolitan Hotel, New York City, as the time and place for said meeting. We would also ask you to cause to be published in the World, Bulletin, and Fanciers’ Journal the announcement of the meeting, and inviting any one who has matters of interest to himself or to the Association, whether they be members or not, to be present in person, or to present their communica- tions, when in either case they would be properly listened to. We would respectfully ask you to send to each member of the Executive Committee this notice, or one to this effect. We are, sir, very truly yours, A.D. WARREN, CHARLES A. SWEET, Epwarp B. SMITH, PHILANDER WILLIAMS, EpMuND S. RALPH, P. W. Hupson. To THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION: In accordance with the above request, the Executive Committee of this Association will meet at the Metropolitan Hotel, in New York City, on Wednesday morning, July 22, 1874, at half-past 10 o’clock. Every mem- ber is particularly requested to be present. W. H. CuurcHMAN, President, E.S. Rawpu, Secretary, Buffalo, N. Y., May 28, 1874. The Constitution and By-Laws of the American Poultry Association will be furnished by addressing the Secretary as above. \ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. BOOKS FOR THE FANCIER. Practical Poultry Keeper (L. Wright)... The Brahma Fowl ce 9 The Poultry Book The Pigeon Book Poultry Breeding (Geyelin)........ The Poulterers’ Companion (Bement).. Domestic Poultry (Saunder: American Bird Fancier. Rabbit Fancier (Bement). Variation ofAnimals and F und The Illustrated Book of Poultry (by each American Standard of Excellence. Any book on any advertised list will be sent prep: of price. Address (Tegetmeir)... arwin), er s - L. Wright), in 25 monthly parts, -. 1.00 d by mail on receipt JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. 9th St., Philadelphia, Pa. HMOUDANS.—Will sell three hens and cockerel, of Warner’s strain, or exchange for Light Brahma Hens. Address, with stamp, W. GILBERTHORP, York, Pa. WORTH READING.—Having to dispose of my stock of S.S. H. fowls for want of roum, I will also sell two sittings of Silver Spangled Ham- burg and three sittings of Black Hamburg Eggs which are coming to me from Beldon, the noted English fancier, about the 12th inst., in care of a passenger. Eggs, $5.00 per dozen. GEO. C. ATHOLE, 152d St., N.Y. RUNTS and DUCHESSE.—Fine White Dutchesse, $4.00 per pair. Extra large Runts, Black Pied and Pure White, from $6 to $10 per pair. Address J. C. LONG, Jr., 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. AGENTS ARE MAKING from $50 to $100 per week selling ‘“* PLUCK,”’ and other Chromos. DANGER in both front and rear. SS SS PLUCK No. 1. RESULT: The rabbit died of injuries received. Suk = >) SS Te. ~ We eanl etal WIS Nil ame PNG XE ECA? : S ne SS 3 (4 = 5 io Ss Z = SS Se Wee “Si PLUCK No. 2. Samples sent to any address for 25 cents. If you want to make money now is your chance. Address the cheapest Chromo and Frame Dealer in the United States, WM. W. KELLY, 701 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa. Light Brahmas exclusively. W. E. FLOWER, BREEDER OF CHOICE LIGHT BRAHMAS, SHOEMAKERTOWN, PA. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 381 GOLDEN AND SILVER-PENCILED HAMBURGS A SPECIALTY. IMPORTED, BRED, AND SHIPPED BY ANDREW J. TUCK, Eggs and Fowls in their season. Box 602, Nashua, N. H. EL OMEN G:; OR Cpl Hoty | Fe liG HON: ITS HISTORY, GENERAL MANAGEMENT, AND METHOD OF TRAINING, By W. B. TEGETMEIER. Price, 75 cents, free by mail. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. J. Y. BICKNELL, WESTMORELAND, ONEIDA CO., N. Y.— For the rest of the season I shall sell Cochin Eggs, all varieties, Dark Brahma, Plymouth Rock, and Duck Eggs at $3 per dozen. Games, White Leghorn, Houdan, Crevecceeur, LaF leche, and Dominique, at $2 per doz. Hamburg and Dorking, at $1.50 per doz. Eggs from my recently im- ported Houdans, and Colored Dorkings, $5 per doz. FOR SALE.—An Excelsior Press, 11 Fonts of Type, Type Cases, Quads and Spaces, Rules, Dashes, &e. Address LANGDON HAYWARD, 165 Highland St., Boston, Mass. A RARE CHANCE to buy a first-class Light Brahma Cock; would weigh, if fat, 1114 lbs. Price, 36.00. Also, a few standard books for sale. Address F. A. M. E. BROOKS, Sinnemahoning, Cameron Co., Pa. BIA ONNOLIG IPATE MOB Ge A RICHLY ILLUSTRATED 24-PAGE AGRICULTURAL MONTHLY. Nineteenth year. Filled with original and thoroughly practical ar- ticles for every FARMER, GARDENER, BREEDER, AND DAIRYMAN. $1.50 PER ANNUM. THREE MONTHS’ TRIAL, ONLY 25 CENTS. Address PASCHALL MORRIS & SON, 18 North Thirteenth Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Advertisers will find it a valuable medium. EGGS, PER SITTING.—Ginger Red Game, Cryer strain, $4; White-faced Spanish, Cryer strain, $3; Penciled Silver Hamburg, Cryer strain, $2. Trios, pairs, or single birds of the above for sale, at Grange Yards, Duffields, West Virginia, by V. M. FIROR. BLACK HAMBURGS.—A few trios of my “First Prize” and “Silver Cup” stock for sale at $15.00 and $20.00 per trio. W. E. Shedd, Waltham, Mass. BURNHAM’S HEN FEVER.—Wanted, a copy of the Fifth Edition of the above work. Give price and condition. Address K. R. G., Care of JOS. M. WADE, 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR SALE—Three trios first-class Partridge Cochins, No.1 birds (Herstine aud Williams strains). Will be sold low. Address WM. P. ATKINSON, Erie, Pa. BUFF COCHIN EGGS From my best breeding pen; my third premium Cockerel at Phila- delphia, 1874, mated with my first premium Pullets at same place, De- cember, 1872, and two Hens hatched from eggs imported from Wragg last year; price, $3 per dozen. Also, Dark Brahmas, $1.50 per dozen; Black Hamburgs, $2 per dozen, securely packed, and guaranteed fresh. JOHN CHANDLER, Kennett Square, Pa. FANCIERS MAKE MONEY by acting as agents for the Con- tinental Poultry Powder. WRrivteE for terms. Samples by mail, 35 cents. For sale by the leading bird dealers. A. C. HUNSBERGER, Portland, Pa. | “BURNHAWS HISTORY OF THE HEN FEVER.”— A copy of fifth edition (containing in the preface the author’s “ Re- view of Rt. Rev. Bishop Huntington’s Fast-Day Sermon,” at Roxbury, Mass., criticising said work), is wanted. Address, with price, GEO. C. PEASE, dealer in Song and Ornamental Birds, Fancy Pigeons, Fowl, Guinea Pigs, Rabbits, Gold Fish, Aquariums, Plain and Fancy Bird Cages, &c. On hand, 100 pair Tumbler Pigeons, from $1.50 to $2.00 per pair. Address GEO, C. PEASE, 200 North Fifth St., Reading, Pa. THE POULTRY REVIEW.—(Dogs, Poultry, Pigeons, Rabbits Cage Birds). The organ of the fancy in Great Britain. Reduced to 2d weekly. Enlarged to 16 pages. The Review is illustrated by Harrison Weir, W. Ludlow, and C. EL. Brittan, in asuperior style, with portraits of the most celebrated specimens of all varieties. It is printed upon fine toned paper, suitable for binding, and the new volume (June 18) com- mences with a new get-up and enlarged size, Post free to America one year, $3.30; six months, $1.70. Office, 12 Crane Court, Fleet St., London. Subscriptions received at this office until further notice. P. O. Box 131, Melrose, Mass. Cc. H. WARREN, Verona, Oneida County, N. Y., sells Fowls of most of the leading varieties, including Ducks and Turkeys. Eggs in season, at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen. Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for Price List. SURE CURE FOR ROUP, GAPES, ETC. WALTON’S ROUP PILLS AND TONIC PASTE. RICHARD KIRBY, Sole Agent for United States, 14 Murray Street, New York. FANCY PIGEONS.—For sale, a few pairs of Mated Birds from 20 varieties. No circulars. Send for what you want. Orders taken for Calcutta and Colored Fans and all kinds of Young Birds. E. H. HERO, Milford, Mass. HAMBURGS, BANTAMS, IMPORTED STOCK. EGGS, PER DOZ. EGGS, PER DOZ. Golden Spangled.. - $4 00 | Golden Laced Sebrights........ $4 00 Silver Spangled... 4 00 | Silver Laced Sebrights......... 6 00 RGE F. SEAVEY, Cambridgeport, Mass. BLACK LEGHORNS.—Imported direct from Italy. Eggs, $5 per doz. Light Brahma Eggs, $3 per doz. Black-Breasted Red Game Bantam Eggs $3 per doz. All Imported or Prize birds. Young Fowls after Sept. 1st. S. L. BARKER, Windsor, Conn. FOR 15 CENTS you can secure the best Descriptive Catalogue on Poultry ever issued. It is handsomely illustrated, and contains a num- ber of valuable hints relative to the care of Poultry; also a description of many of the Diseases of Fowls and their remedies. It is worth ten times its cost to every person keeping chickens. Address WM. P. AT- KINSON, Erie, Pa. He also has Eggs for sale from his choice stock of Dark and Light Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, Brown and White Leghorns, White and Golden Polands, Golden and Silver Hamburgs, Houdans, Golden Sebright Bantams, Black African Bantams, and Eng- lish Bantams. All Eggs warranted. Prices reasonable. A few choice Fowls for sale. All Poultry Periodicals and Books given to purchasers as premiums. ** BRAHMA FOWL.’’—This excellent work ought to be in the hands of every Fancier of Asiatic Fowl. Colored Plates. Sent postage paid, on receipt of $2.50. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth Street, Philadelphia. FOR SALE.—For want of room, I will sell as follows: six Buff Cochin Hens and one Cock, price, $30; twelve Dark Brahma Hens and one Cockerel, price, $75; or will exchange for White or Brown Leghorns, as good as those I send. The above stock is first-class, and I am willing to have them returned to me if they are not: Address Lock Box 30, Providence, R. I. A SPLENDID CHANCE FOR A FORTUNE.—The under- signed, in consequence of ill-health, is reluctantly compelled to offer for sale, his business in Hazleton, Luzerne Co., Pa. consisting of a BIRD, FLOWER, AND SEED STORE, with POULTRY YARD AND PIGEON LOFTS. New Poultry House and Pigeon Lofts have been recently built and stocked at considerable expense. There is an A-1 trade firmly estab- lished, and paying handsomely. Only business of the kind in the coun- try. For full particulars address as above. EBEN P. DAY. EGGS FROM FIRST-CLASS STOCK. Brown Leghorn (Kinney’s) Dark Brahmas (Squire and others) Dominiques (Bicknell)................ Eggs, per sitting of 13, warranted fresh and true to name, arrival guaranteed. My stock is equal to any in the country. Address C. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. TUMBLER PIGEONS.—100 pairs Tumbler Pigeons at $2 per pair. 50 pairs Inside Tumblers, $4 to $10 per pair. Also, Fantails, Tur- bits, Owls, Barbs, Nuns, and other varieties. J.C. LONG, JR., 39 North Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. FANCIERS’ GAZETTE, A BREEDERS’ AND EXHIBITORS’ JOURNAL, = 3 00 and safe EDITED BY L, WRIGHT, And published weekly, by the Messrs. CasseLL, PETTER & GALPIN, Lonpon, ENGLAND. 4a5- Having a desire to place before our readers everything that will in- terest and instruct the fancier, we have accepted the Agency for the above paper in this country. SPECIMEN COPIES will be promptly mailed on receipt of TEN cents and stamp. Subscription per annum, $4.00, postpaid, if mailed from publication office; if from this office, the subscriber will pay American postage, which is TWENTY cents per annum, payable quarterly, in ad- vance, at the receiving office. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. EATON’S MATCHLESS PIGEON PORTRAITS, Life- Size. One pair Carrier and Pouter. Price $5. The above Engravings are now out of print and seldom to be had at any price. Address JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia. 382 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. FOR SALE—To close out surplus stock, one trio Dark Brahmas, price $8, or Cock and three Pullets, $10; one pair Silver Penciled Ham- burgs, choice birds, price $5. Warranted pure. CO. P. CARPENTER, Minneapolis, Minn. WOODCUTS OF FOWLS, PIGEONS, AND OTHER PETs, Having permanently engaged an artist and engraver, I am prepared to furnish, on short notice and true to life, Woodcuts of Fowls, Pigeons, and other Pets, at reasonable prices. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL OFFICE, Philadelphia, Pa. DARK BRAHMA EGGS FOR HATCHING.—Having set all the Dark Brahma eggs I wish, I can furnish from the Oak Lane Poultry Yards, a few sittings of my choicest selections from first-class stock at the reduced price of $3 per sitting of 13 eggs. Would EXCHANGE Eggs and two Dark Brahma Roosters, $5 each, for Merchandise. Mrs. J. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, DARK BRAHMAS ONLY.—Having retired from the firm of Goodale & Higgins, L shall henceforth breed none but Dark Brahmas. I take with me the entire stock of this variety from the Washtenaw Poultry Yards. I have six pens of high character, among them winners at Buffalo, Hartford, and Boston, 1874. Price List free. J.C. HIGGINS, Delhi Mills, Michigan. May 7, 1874. UnNADILLA ForxKs, Orseco Co., N. Y., March 31, 1874. I have this day purchased of G. H. WARNER, New York Mills, N. Y., HIS ENTIRE STOCK OF FANCY POULTRY, including all his im- ported and premium stock of the following varieties: Dark Brahmas, Light Brahmas, Buff Cochins, Partridge Cochins, White Cochins, Black Cochins, La Fleche, Crevecceurs, White Dorkings, Silver Gray Dorkings, Gray Dorkings, Duckwing Gaine Bantams, B. B. R. Game Bantams, Golden Sebright Bantams, Aylesbury Ducks, and Rouen Ducks. The above fowls were exhibited at four shows the past winter, including that of the Central New York Agricultural Society, Central New York Poultry Association, Western New York Poultry Society, and the show at Macon, Ga. Mr. Warner made 121 entries and received 91 premiums, amounting to $509. I shall also continue to keep and breed the same varieties that I have bred for several years, namely, Houdans, S. S. Hamburgs, Golden S: Ham- burgs, White Leghorns, Brown Leghorns, Golden Polands, W. F. Black Spanish, B. B. Red Game, Duckwing Game, Rumpless Brown Red Game Bautams, White-crested Ducks. The above Fowls are all selected with great care and expense, and the two yards united will make the most complete yard of Fancy Fowls in the United States. Persons desirous of obtaining either Poultry or Eggs may rest assured that they will be dealt with in a square and honorable manner. [Every order will receive my prompt and personal attention. In order that the price may be within the reach of all, I shall reduce the price of Eggs to $3 per dozen—two dozen for $5. Eggs from the same stock that I breed from myself. Thanking you for past favors, and asking for a continuation of the same, I am, yours very truly, C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. —Orders now being booked for furnishin CHICKENS. in June and Sale AKOUne Chickens, in flocks of from eight to twelve each, with hen to mother them, from pure strains of Brahmas, Cochins, Leghorns, and Hamburgs (all varieties), and Dom- iniques, Plymouth Rocks, &c. Prices reasonable. Terms cash, one-half only in advance. Send stamp with letters of inquiry to Order early. T. T. BACHELLER, Minneapolis, Miun. LIVE AND LET LIVE !—I will forward EGGS for hatching from choice No. 1 Fowls, of the following varieties, at $2 for 13: Light and Dark Brahmas, Partridge Cochins, Houdans, Brown Leghorns, B. R. Games, Gold and Silver-Laced and B. R.Game Bantams. Send stamp for Illustrated Descriptive Circular, &e. A. M. CAREY, Selinsgrove, Pa. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL JOB PRINTING OFFICE. WE ARE NOW PREPARED TO EXECUTE WITH PROMPTNESS AND DISPATCH, ALL KINDS OF FANCY AND PLAIN JOB PRINTING, SUCH AS CIRCULARS, PRICE LISTS, ENVELOPES, BILL-HEADS, &c., &e. IN CASES WHERE OUR PATRONS DESIRE IT, WE WILL USE ANY CUTS THAT WE MAY HAVE, FOR A REASONABLE COM- PENSATION. tg- THE CUTS WE WILL USE HAVE NOT BECOME COMMON. “ORDER FROM HEADQUARTERS.”’ THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE, As adopted at Buffalo, N. Y., January, 1874, by the AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION, And published by them. Price, $1 per copy. At wholesale in lots not less than 10 copies, 25 per cent. oll. For larger lots and special rates, send for Price Card. EDMUND S. RALPH, Sec’y, Buffalo, N. Y. BANTAMS.—Tlinding it necessary to reduce my stock, I offer my entire breeding s‘ock of Silver Sebright Bantams, all of which are prize- winning birds—one at Boston, 1873; one at Boston, 1874; one at Port- land, 1874; one at Salem, 1874. Address T. O. WARDWELL, North Andover, Mass. BROOKSIDE POULTRY < YARDS. SS i yj Brown Leghorns, Crevecceurs, and y Silkies, i Equal to any in Wi America. y A = HK Kooy | Rael: EGGS IN SEASON. nee iy) —— LER NAMA Beyue, LS Send green stamp Kp for y Illustrated Cini = A.M. HALSTED, ~ Box 23, Rye, N. Y. THE POULTRY ARGUS, EDITED BY KEINE GY & W QE FR; POLO, ILLINOIS, ———— —— cy Is one of the best Illustrated Monthly Magazines published in the Great West, and will be fully up to the times in all matters pertaining to the Poultry Interest. BREEDERS AND FANCIERS Will do well to advertise in the “ARGUS.” advertising rates moderate. SUBSCRIPTION, $1.00 A YEAR. Its circulation is large and Send 10 cents for a Specimen Copy. H. K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y., can furnish a limited number of Eggs for Hatching from Light and Dark Brahmas; Buff, White, and Part- ridge Cochins; Black-breasted Red and Golden Laced Sebright Bantams. Satisfaction guaranteed. All Eggs warranted fresh and true to name. Send for illustrated price list. Free. GRAY DORKINGS.—Two trios, at $10 per trio; also, one cock and four hens for $15. These are good birds, and very cheap. Address Dorking, care of this office. E WRIGHT’S PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER.—The best book on this subject for the money ever published. Price, $2.00, free by mail. Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia, Pa. COCHINS—BUFF, PARTRIDGE, WHITE.—Eges from cup and prize birds, imported this year from the most celebrated and fashionable strains in England. My Cochins have won four silver cups and seventeen other prizes at the principal shows in Great Britain. Every egg warranted from a cup or prize bird. Send for Cireular. Dr. MUNROE, Pultneyville, N. Y. WHITE LEGHORN EGGS from my breeding stock only, pack- ed in the most approved manner, $5 per dozen. Cash, or Post-Office Order on New Haven, to accompany orders. Over 40 premiums the last year. Send for Circular. J. BOARDMAN SMITH, P. 0. Box 28, North Haven, Conn. PIGEONS WANTED.—One Red, or Red and White, or Runt Hen; must be large; colors preferred in order named. One Archangel Cock; one Black Swallow Hen; one Yellow, Dunn, or Black Magpie Cock; one Black Jacobine Cock. Parties having any or all of the above will address A. J. SCHULTZ, cor. Third and William Sts., Dayton, Ohio. FOR SALE.—One White Cochin Cockerel (Williams’), $4.00. One Buff Cochin Cockerel, $2.50. One Light Brahma Cockerel, $2.50. For particulars, address HOWARD K. PAYN, Albany, N. Y. FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 383 STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE. 8g- THE NEW AMERICAN STANDARD OF EXCELLENCE “€8 | AS REVISED BY THE AMERICAN POULTRY ASSOCIATION AT THE CONVENTION, Held at Buffalo, New York, February, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOSEPH M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. LIGHT BRAHMAS EXCLUSIVELY. SELECTED anp BRED WITH THE GREATEST CARE. SEND TEN CENTS FOR PHOTOGRAPH OF IMPORTED “LADY COOPER.” Eggs $6 per dozen. WM. H. KERN, 491 N. Third St., Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS FOR HATCHING.—From P. Cochins, Buffs, and Dark Brahmas. A1 stock. Pedigree given. Orders filled immediately. $3 to $4 per sitting. Carefully packed for any distance. DAVID STERLING, Bridgeport, Conn. Address INDESTRUCTIBLE STONE DRINKING FOUNTAINS, FOR FOWLS, PIGEONS, &c. WILL KEEP THE WATER PURE AND PREVENT THE BIRDS FROM FOULING IT. PRICES: 2 gallons, each.... “2 gallon, each.. .$0 70 1 « Cs s Yy% ci 35 Sept safely by Express. TRY THEM, IF THEY ARE NOT ALL I CLAIM FOR THEM I WILL REFUND THE MONEY. FOUNTAINS PACK WELL WITH BROKEN BONE. BROKEN BONE FOR FOWLS. PRICE AS FOLLOWS: Twenty-five pounds, and bag... 1 25 Fifty us a 2 25 One hundred “ 4 25 Per Barrel of about 200 ths., 4 cts. per Ib., including drayage. 45> Bone and Fountains pack well together and make a saving in freight. J.C. LONG, Jr., 89 North Ninth St., Philadelphia. BREEDERS’ AND GROWERS’ DIRECTORY. The most complete Directory of Breeders and Growers of every class ever published in this country, to be issued this season. For informa- tion, address early, T. T. BACHELLER, Editor N. W. Poultry Journal, Minneapolis, Minn. Send 10 cents for sample of Poultry Journal, &c. OAKDALE POULTRY YARDS, A. A. MILLER, Breeder of Leading Varieties of FANCY POULTRY, LAND AND WATER. A, A. MILLER, Oakdale Station, Alleghany Co., Pa. Address HOMING ANTWERPS, YOUNG BIRDS, PRICE, 30 PER PAIR. JOS. M. WADE, 39 N. Ninth St., Philadelphia, Pa. EGGS! C€.0.D. C. N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y., will send Eggs for hatching from most of the leading varieties of Fancy Fowils, C.0.D. Eggs packed in baskets or boxes, as requested. I have this year intro- duced new blood into all my yards from the best Breeders in the country. Write for what you want. Address C.N. BROWN, Unadilla Forks, Otsego Co., N. Y. BALDHEADS, YELLOWS, REDS, SILVERS, BLUES, BLACKS. From imported and home-bred stock. Birds for sale after Sept. 1st. H. A. BROWN, care of P.O. Box 180, N. York. Address CREVECEURS and GOLDEN POLAND EGGS for batch- | ing, from my premium birds, #3 per doz., carefully packed. No Circulars. J. HENRY SYMONDS, 6 Devonshire 8St., P.O. Box 57, Boston, Mass. CHESTNUT GROVE STOCK FARM, EASTON, PA. HAVING PURCHASED THE ENTIRE STOCK OF LIGHT BRAHMAS OF JOS. M. WADE, From his celebrated Wright and Beauty Duke Stock, I will be prepared to offer a few sittings of Eggs and trios of Fowls at reasonable prices. Light and Dark Brahmas, Buff and Partridge Cochins, White Leghorns. Eggs for Hatching: Asiatics $5, and White Leghorns $3 per sitting. Blooded Horses and Short-Horned Cattle. T. L. McKEEN. CARRIERS A SPECIALTY.—A few pairs of superior Black and and Red Carrier Pigeons for sale. Superior Birds at moderate prices, Address JAMES B. TREW, Tonawanda, N. Y. AMOS WHITNEY, HARTFORD, CONN., will receive orders for Eggs from his Premium Fowls. Light and Dark Brahmas per dozen, $4. Bronze Turkeys, $5. Black Red Game Bantams, Rouen and Aylesbury Ducks, $3. At the Connecticut Show, Dec. 1873, I was awarded first pre- mium and two specials on Light Brahmas, second premium on Dark Brahmas, second and third on Rouen Ducks, and special on Bronze Turkeys. JUHN P. BUZZELL, CLINTON, MASS., breeder of high-class Brahmas and Partridge Cochins. At the New England Poultry Show, held in Worcester from the 20th to 21st January, I had the pleasure of receiving 7 society prizes, and 7 specials. And at Massachusett’s Poultry Show in Boston, in February, 1874, I had the pleasure of receiving 6 so- ciety prizes and 6 specials, including the champion cup, for the best trio of Light Brahma Chicks. I have a few fowls of the same stock as the above prize-winners for sale; and in the spring I shall be prepared to fill orders for EGGS from any of the above varieties, and from superior hens at $5.00 per dozen. THE * POULTRY WORLD” FREE TO ALL who purchase Eggs trom my premium strains of White and Brown Leghorns and Part- ridge Cochins to the amount of $6 and upwards, Send for new illustrated circular. Address J. M. McKINNEY, Box 61, Ithaca, N. Y. EGGS FOR HATCHING. Light Brahma—with Felch & Buzzell cross, . . . Partridge Cochin—very finely marked birds, . 6&0 0 SUN * White Leghorn—took premium at Boston Show, Feb., 1874, 3.00 Brown Leghorn—stock from the best strains in the country, 3.00 Orders filled in rotation, and nothing sent C.O.D. Address with stamp, A. & E. WHITMAN, Titchburg, Mass. PARTRIDGE AND BUFF COCHINS A SPECIALTY.— Eggs from my thoroughbred Partridge and Butf Cochins, for hatching, $3.00 per dozen. Terms, C.O.D. Address Dr. A. S. JORDAN, Riegelsville, Bucks County, Pa. BLACK-BREASTED BLACK RED GAMES, WILLOW LEGS, BAY EYES, FOR SALE. I can spare two trios of above breed, very fine birds, matched for breed- ing, $20.00 per trio; I will also sell B. B. R. Game Eggs, from my best fowls only, at $3.00 per 13, I keep no other breed. Shall have a few chicks to spare next fall. C. F. PERRY, Cuba, N.Y. . $3.00 per doz. « “ 384 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. ELECTROTYPES WHITE LEGHORNS OF ANY CUTS APPEARING IN THIS JOURNAL A SPECIALTY. FOR SALE, FROM PREMIUM AND IMPORTED STOCK, AT REASONABLE PRICES. EGGS NOW READY AT Address FANCIERS’ JOURNAL, Philadelphia. $3 PER DOZEN. WHITE SWANS.—Just imported from Europe, and arrived in fine condition. Price, $50 per pair. BLACK SWANS, very rare and choice birds, to arrive in three weeks. Now booking orders. Price, $35 per pair. LEWIS RUHE, 98 Chatham St., New York. EGGS OF FANCY FOWLS FOR SALE.—Golden White, Silver, and White-Crested Black Polands. Black, Golden-Pencilled, Silver-Spangled, and Golden-Spangled Hamburgs. Houdans. Black Spanish. White Leghorns. Partridge and Buif Cochins. Black Red Game Bantams. Gclden Sebrights. Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., New York. EGGS from Black and White Cochin and Silver Sebright Bantams (premium stock), #4 per setting. J. E. DIEHL, Beverly, N. J. W. F. BACON, Cambridgeport, Mass. PLYMOUTH ROCK EGGS From First Premium Fowls, AT TWO DOLLARS PER SITTING. E. R. HAYWARD, EASTON, MASS, EGGS FOR SALE.—From all the principal varieties of Fowls, especially Polands, Hamburgs, Houdans, and Bantams, - Rey. C. W. BOLTON, Armonk, West Chester Co., N. Y. DARK BRAHMA EGGS | FIVE DOLLARS PER DOZEN: JOS, M. WADE, PHILADELPHIA, PENNA. NOW READY, Nos. | & 2. NEW HIGH-CLASS SERIAL WORK ON PIGEONS, UNIFORM WITH THE ILLUSTRATED BOOK OF POULTRY. IN MONTHLY PARTS. PRICE, 50 CENTS PER NUMBER. SENT SAFELY BY MAIL ON RECEIPT OF PRICE. PoE TLL St Rk Ae ED For sale at this Office. BOOK OF PIGEO iS By ROBERT FULTON, ASSISTED BY THE MOST EMINENT FANCIERS. EDITED AND ARRANGED BY LEWIS WRIGHT, Author of “The Illustrated Book of Poultry,” “ The Practical Poultry-Keeper,’ “ The Brahma Fowl,” &e. Z CONTAINING STANDARDS FOR JUDGING, AND ILLUSTRATED WITH LIFE-LIKE COLORED PLATES, PAINTED BY MR. J. W. LUDLOW EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. Sent free by mail on receipt of price. STANDARD OF 15; OG Jey Jes Jeg Jes, IN| © 18, AS REVISED AT THE d=) URaey dav eS) GI@ ANP Wr as ayy all Cans, January, 1874. Price, $1.00. JOS. M. WADE, 39 Nort NINTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA: Completed in Twenty-five Parts. DEE Pini OU Sah RA lap Address BOOK OF POUL Tie By L. WRIGHT. AUTHOR OF “THE PRACTICAL POULTRY KEEPER,” “BRAHMA FOWL,” &c., &c. ILLUSTRATED with FIFTY COLORED PLATES of CELEBRATED PRIZE BIRDS, OF EVERY BREED, PAINTED FROM LIFE, EXPRESSLY FOR THIS WORK, AND WITH NUMEROUS ENGRAVINGS ON WOOD. NOW READY. FROM ONE TO TWENTY-FIVE, INCLUSIVE, AT FIFTY CENTS EACH, OR COMPLETE IN ONE VOLUME, $15.00. JOS. M. WADE, 39 NortH NINTH STREET, PHILADELPHIA. PANCIERS JOURNAL 481 AND F363 BIRD BOUIN RY « HXC ELAN Gis. Vou. I: ) PHILADELPHIA, JUNE 18, 1874. No. 25. MR. EDWARD HEWITT | early age of seven years began his career as a poultry fancier, | by the acquirement of about a score of the now nearly ex- WHEREVER prize poultry are bred or valued, the name of | tinct red-speckled booted bantams; which breed, by the way, Mr. Hewitt is known and honored, since it is well understood | we wish some one would endeavor to recover, as they would how much of the advance in quality that has undoubtedly | be a decided novelty in these days, the leg-feathers in good been made, has been owing to his consistent and judicious) specimens averaging seven to nine inches long. It was not, awards during many years, which have quietly but effectu- | however, until leaving school, in 1825, that his marked par- ally directed the tiality for poultry efforts of breeders and other ‘pet into the proper di- stock’’ fully de- rection. He has veloped itself, ow- had more to do ing to the presen- with the settle- tation from a dear ment of what shape friend, who had various breeds were himself obtained t take than prob- them from the ably all others put fountain-head, of together; and the three or four beau- curious anomalies tiful specimens in Americanjudg- of the Sebright ing, of which al- Bantam, which, most every mail down even to the brings us some present day, have always remained : his especial favor- ENN ites. These birds R Mr. Hewitt bred with much care complaint,and the curious spasmodic efforts our friends make from time to time to ‘fix a standard” by ~ = which their fowls Hii} a a NS LAV a Oe Ly os RENO and such suceess that when he ex- shall bejudged are hibited some of perhaps stronger proofs even than the high quality of our best show- | birds, of what their descendants at the Jirst: Bir- mingham poultry show, he won first prize. That “tin- ished him,” of course; and for many years, with thesame stock, the Same success at- tended him when exhibiting Se- brights either at them, and im- Birmingham or part to American elsewhere. breedingandjudg- At this first Bir_ ing somewhat of the same stability and consistence. These | mingham show (held in Worcester Street, on what is now and many other reasons are quite sufficient for presenting a | the site of the London and Northwestern Railway station), portrait of Mr. Hewitt to our readers, with such particulars | Mr. Hewitt also exhibited pied and common Pheasants, and of his career as his kindness enables us to record without | the beautiful Chinese Golden and Silver Pheasants, the latter violating the confidence of private intercourse. of which were at that time—common as they are now—very Mr. Hewitt was born on February 28th, 1811, and at the | little known, and added much to the interest and popularity eB Rtas btn wan English breeders owe to him, and of the need our trans-Atlantic brethren have of some onewhoshall similarly take up the subject for J ipeapice ~ ‘ John Baily, who also is still alive. 386 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. of the exhibition, eliciting frequent inquiries as to ‘* What are these beautiful birds?’”’ At this show, too, it is worthy of record that every specimen, both on reception and dis- patch, passed through Mr. Hewitt’s own hands, he having voluntarily undertaken this arduous duty, and, as is believed, without injury or mistake of any kind. In after times his interest in the. old ‘‘ mother” show continued unabated, and he voluntarily undertook for 2 number of successive years the sole supervision of the poultry shown, and of the feed- ing department. The self-denial and real interest involved by this may be imagined when we state that his residence was no less than three miles from Bingley Hall, and that he had to be ‘‘on duty ”’ from before 6 A.M. till after the closing time (then far too late) of 10 p.m.; whilst the whole of the last night was spent in repacking the poultry—a plan now greatly improved, and the work much expedited by a division of the labor. For many years during this period Mr. Hewitt was a tol- erably constant and generally pretty successful exhibitor of Rouen ducks, white-crested Black Polish White Cochins, and some other breeds less constantly ; besides numerous ‘oddities’ and rarer pets occasionally sent by him merely for public view. We may also mention specially a variety of ducks now never seen, but at that date well recognized among the few amateurs of the district as ‘‘ Warwick Blues,”’ as bred and successfully exhibited by him at this time. They were, Mr. Hewitt has informed us, exactly of the color of Andalusians throughout the whole plumage, without ever sporting a white feather ; were extraordinarily weighty birds, and quite equal to the Rouen in flavor; hence it is matter for regret they were lost, and if any can yet be found, it would be well to cultivate them again. They appear to have be- come superseded, through no special prizes being given them, though they often won in general competition ; at that time, also, when less interest was taken in poultry generally, it was much easier to lose a variety than it would be now. It was on November 19, 1852, at Hitchin, that Mr. Hewitt first officiated as a poultry judge, in conjunction with Mr. (We have often had oc- ‘ casion to remark how many fanciers become old men: mark this, you who sneer at us.) His official engagements soon began to become both popular and general; when, acting under the advice of the same friend to whom he had been years before indebted for the Sebright Bantams, he set an example which has had much to do with the implicit confi- dence reposed in him, by selling or otherwise disposing of all his poultry, except a few Sebrights, kept merely as pets; from which time he has entirely refrained from exhibiting, either directly or indirectly, or from buying or selling ex- hibition poultry of any description. By this means he has avoided the suspicion of corrupt motives; and has been equally careful to avoid every appearance of party feeling, several instances having occurred in which he has judged for rival committees in the same town with satisfaction to both parties, but always urging upon each that ‘combination would ensure a good show, while division meant failure ’’»— advice not entirely unneeded even now. With the same anxiety to avoid even the ‘‘appearance”’ of evil, it is worth remark that when first generally requested to judge at Bir- mingham, he resigned his position on the council of that show, in order to avoid either possibility or suspicion of any private knowledge as to the birds before commencing his task ; and when, without his knowledge, the « Poultry Club,” as it was called, published his name at the head of their list er fa of judges, he at once published a letter in The Journal of Horticulture, intimating his readiness to judge for all ex- hibitions alike, but entirely declining any such appointment, on the ground that it might bear the aspect of partisanship. That Mr. Hewitt has judged without fee or reward is well known to most of our readers. It was not, however, thought that such long and valued services should go entirely unac- knowledged, even if unrewarded; and in August, 1867, it was proposed that a testimonial should be raised by subscrip- tion as some testimony to the estimation in which his efforts were held. There was no canvassing, publicity through the usual channels being the only means employed; but in a very few months the sum of £400, to which was afterwards added more than £100 of later subscriptions, was raised, which was publicly presented to him at Hull, on May 12th, 1868, with an appropriate illuminated address and valuable gold chronometer, Mr. James Fletcher speaking in behalf of the committee. As many of our readers are aware, Mr. Hewitt has for many months past been in a great degree disabled from judg- ing by the after effects of an accident on his way to the Crystal Palace Poultry Show of 1872. On that occasion he caught his foot in a stair and injured it most seriously, though the effects might probably have passed off had he retired at once to rest. Unwilling, however, to disappoint the committee, he judged his share of that show, though in severe pain; and the result was an extent of injury and shock to the system, which, followed as it was by severe domestic trial—into which we have no right to enter—has never been really re- covered from. Now and again he has made his appearance, but has been as often obliged again to retire; and how diffi- cult it is to supply his place we need not say. It is, how- ever, hoped that the ensuing season may see him at his old work again, with somewhat better prospects than before ; and we are assured that the consciousness of the thorough sym- pathy and earnest good wishes of those he has so long served are a great source of comfort and satisfaction to him during his forced retirement. “ The portrait which accompanies these brief notes is taken from a photograph, for which he sat so recently as his last birthday, by Mr. Hewitt’s kind permission.— Fanciers’ Gazette. seo (For Fanciers’ Journal. ) THE PROPOSED NEW CONVENTION. BEFORE commencing the articles which I design to write on the Buffalo Convention and the ‘‘ new standard,’’ I would say that, like G. P. Burnham, ‘‘I have no axe to grind.” I do not write in favor of the new standard because of any influence that I may have had in making it what it is, for I had very little to do with it, nor do I have personal or busi- ness relations with the prominent men of the Convention, or of the National Association, which influence me to speak in their favor. I write only in the interest of truth and justice, and would not willingly do the least injustice to any one who has written, or who may yet write, upon this sub- ject. G. P. Burnham and others, in recent numbers of the Journal, propose calling a mew Convention to further revise the standard. This proposition is so unwise and ill-timed that I do not believe it will meet the approval of any number of fair- minded thinking men who are interested in poultry breeding. The Buffalo Convention was called by the National Asso- FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. 387 ciation, and due notice of it was given in the poultry jour- nals. A call appeared in the January number of the Poultry World signed by nearly two hundred names, many of them among the most prominent poultry breeders in the land, urging a full attendance at the Buffalo Convention, and requesting State and Local Associations to send dele- gates. This Convention was arranged for the same time as the Buffalo Poultry Exhibition, the large and attractive pre- mium lists of which were certain to draw exhibitors and visitors from all parts of the country. With all these advantages for securing a good representation, it was con- fidently expected that a large number of earnest, intelligent, and reliable men would be assembled, representing fairly and faithfully the different sections of the country, and the different branches of the poultry interest. Nor was this expectation disappointed. The most prominent and best known breeders of many classes of fowls were there; and if the public trusts these men to raise its fowls, as it certainly does to a large extent, why not trust them to describe them? If this new Convention shall be called by these dissatisfied parties, it would be small indeed, at least in the number of prominent and intelligent breeders; and those who complain that the other one was run by a ring, would, without doubt, aspire to be the ring-masters of the new one, and would rule orruin it. Is there any guarantee, from the past record of these men, that they would be more honest and impartial than those who composed the other Convention? Do they stand fairer before the business world, as capable and reliable men, than Estes, Wade, Williams, Todd, Warren, Church- man, Felch, Atwood, and many others, who were at Bufialo? If such men as those I have mentioned were influenced by self-interest, though I by no means acknowledge that they were, what can you expect from men who, out of petty jealousy, are moved to call a new Convention ? Mr. B. charges the Buffalo Convention with undue haste in the revision of the standard. Does he suppose that he can get active business and professional men, such as most of our poultry breeders are, to attend a convention, and remain ten days, or perhaps two or three weeks, engaged in this work? If he has had any experience in conventions, ecclesiastical, political, or any other kind, he well knows how hard it is to keep a considerable body of men together for three or four days for the transaction of the most im- portant business. Quite a number of the delegates to Buffalo were obliged to leave before the Convention closed its labors. But was the action at Buffalo hasty? An eminent minister was once asked how long it took him to prepare a famous sermon. He replied: ‘“‘ Twenty years!’” It embodied experiences and ideas which he was many years in acquiring. One may often write in an hour what it has required years to learn. If those men had come to Buffalo with little experience, and without any definite ideas as to what changes ought to be made, it might have required months to do work which was efficiently done in a few days. Very many of those men had, in the past, learned from observation and experience wherein the old standard was defective, and they had definite ideas as to what changes ought to be made, and the time which they spent at Buffalo was amply sufficient to make them. I have said that Mr. Burnham could not hold his conyen- tion together (even if he could once assemble it) longer than the one that was in session at Buffalo; and he could not appoint committees to report at a future time, as a body | composed of all the men, women, and children, who wished to talk about fowls, as he proposes, could never be assembled a second time after having been once disbanded. Much time would be required for the ‘(new departure’’ proposed by your correspondent ‘*W.,”’ and this convention would feel called upon to make some very radical changes in order to justify them before the public in the amount of fault-finding which they have done with the old order of things; indeed, so radical would the changes probably be, that their work would be rejected by all except the few who had a hand in it, and their personal friends. It is objected to the new standard that it was adopted by a ‘“‘select few, with closed doors, charging three dollars for admission fee, which, if unpaid, excluded those who would otherwise have joined in the debates.”—(G. P. B.’s article in No. 16.) In an article by A. M. Halsted there is much also to the same effect, and several other correspondents are calling loudly for a free convention. Whether the National Asso- ciation was right in this matter I do not stop to discuss at present, as I shall have something to say of this again, but when this is urged as an objection to the new standard, it is a mere subterfuge, as I have not heard it alleged that any “man, woman, or child,’ whose opinion would, in any human probability, have been worth a farthing to the Convention, was excluded by this resolution. These fault-finders merely think it a good opportunity to appeal to the public prejudice, and excite a distrust of the men who were engaged in the revision of the standard. The great hue and ery which has been raised shows plainly the strength and importance of the National Association better than anything which its friends can say about it. Men of business shrewdness do not fight shadows. The Association is large and strong enough to take care of itself, and if any set of men endeavor to use it merely for their own personal advantage, they will be at once set aside, and the management will be committed to other hands. As yet, however, I maintain nothing has been done which will in any way accrue to the special and personal advantage of those engaged in the work of revision, or their friends. I do not believe the officers of the National Association will pay much heed to this clamor, and I feel sure they will not so far yield to it as to call the convention demanded. I think they will go quietly forward, and at their next meeting make such changes as they deem important, and that they will do this from year to year until the standard is satisfactory to them- selves. They cannot hope that they will ever get it to suit everybody. What fairness or consistency is there in this whine and snarl from men who did not accept the invitation and call of the Association last winter? Why did not these men, who know so much of poultry now, make known their views through the public journals or otherwise last winter, so that the Convention might have profited by their wis- dom? I do not assert that this present standard is perfect. I wrote a friendly criticism on the standard on Light Brahmas for the World, which has, however, not yet been published. But I do object to the severe and wholesale denunciation of the standard and the Convention by men who took no interest in it when invited to doso. Let the reading public remember that it is an easy thing to cry “Ring,” but let it also be remembered that those who utter the cry have little ground for their suspicions, but only sus- pect better and more honorable men than themselves of Sf a f NY 388 FANCIERS’ JOURNAL AND POULTRY EXCHANGE. doing what they would have done if placed in the same circumstances. In my next article I shall notice the work of the Conven- tion; but, as absence from home will prevent me from writing anything further for several weeks, or even reading what others may write, I will add a word or two with regard to Mr. Burnham’s criticism of the standard for Brahmas. Mr. B. endeavors to ridicule the idea of making a differ- ent standard for the two classes of fowls, and yet in another article he objects to a mere ‘‘ theoretical standard.’’ Now, the Convention believed that there is just this difference between the two varieties found in the flocks of the best breeders. Mr. B. has his theory that they ought to be alike. Perhaps they were in the old days of the ‘“Hen Fever,” when certain parties practiced on the credulity of the public, and brought the business into disrepute, but they are not the same to-day, as Mr. B. will find if he will visit a few of the leading poultry shows where first-class birds are exhibited. With Mr. B.’s experience it is not necessary to inform him that fashion and type of fowls change, and very great changes are possible, and instead of making an arbitrary standard to suit their own views, they conformed the standard to the actual facts of the case, as shown in the decisions of the best judges, and as seen in the fowls of the most prominent breeders. F. R. W.