The "Forming Machine" 



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determined somewhat by the size of the fowls 

 to be placed upon it. Those who are extensively 

 engaged in fattening fowls have different sizes 

 of "forming machines." For medium-sized 

 chickens, shelves about seven inches wide are 

 used. The English become very skilful in using 

 the machine to the best advantage. The opera- 



Fig. 92. An English "forming machine," which is used to give a plump 

 appearance to dressed chickens. 



tion of preparing the fowls by the use of this 

 machine may be briefly described as follows: 

 They first squeeze out any matter from the vent, 

 then grasp the bird, back uppermost, with both 

 hands. The thumbs are placed on the back with 

 the fingers clasping the legs, which are bent 

 underneath the body. While held in this position 



