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Medium-wool or mutton breeds. — There are eight principal 

 jnedium-wool or mutton breeds, each one having certain char- 

 acteristics and adaptations. 



The Shropshire was originated in Shropshire and Stafford 

 Counties, England, by crossing and selection with Morfs Com- 

 mon, Southdowns, Cotswolds and Leicesters. Shropshires or 



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)1 tvDc and character. 



" Shrops " as they are commonly called are one of the most 

 profitable and popular breeds in America to-day. They are well 

 adapted to general farm conditions. Both rams and ewes are 

 polled; the present type Shropshire is heavily wooled over the 

 head and face, and well covered over the legs. Pure bred Shrop- 

 shire rams are excellent to use in grade or scrub flocks, to build 

 up the size, uniformity and lamb production. 



The Hampshire was established by crossing and selection 

 from Wiltshire Knots, Berkshire Knots, SouthdoA\ms and Cots- 

 wolds. Both pure bred and grade Hampshires are in big 

 demand. The breed is polled, with black face and legs, and 



