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bone. 



in cases where the best results in space saving would be negatived by 

 such fat remaining in the carcass. 



3. The carcass to be now semi-frozen, after which it shall be divided 

 at a point 1 inch below what is known to the trade as the " chump " 

 ' {See Diagram 1.) 



4. In the cutting, which will therefore be 

 generally done in the freezing-room, the use 

 of the saw is considered preferable to that of 

 the knife. 



5. The leer is now inserted in the chest cavity, 

 either sideways (Diagram 2) or squarely and 

 with the back and tail exposed (Diagram 3). 



6. The package may then be hard-frozen as 

 it stands on the floor supported by the shins 

 and neck, or it may be hung on the rail in any 

 manner which best suits the conveniences at 

 the disposal of any particular works. 



Diagram 1. Diagram 2. 



The black band re The leg is inserted 



presents the division in the chest cavity 



between the leg and sideways, 

 the trunk. 



Diagram 3. 



The leg is inserted 

 with the back and tail 

 showing outwards. 



7. Wrapping may be carried out in the usual manner. 



Note. — In the dressing of the beast, exporters should see that the 

 skirt is completely removed. This is important. 



