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are none, the laying powers are great, the chickens 

 fledge and grow faster than almost any breed, and 

 the eggs are invariably prolific." 



The Houdans are crested, bearded, and have 

 the characteristic fifth toe. Notwithstanding these 

 objectionable characteristics, they are reared to 

 some extent for their useful qualities, but are not 

 nearly so popular as the Plymouth Rocks and 

 Wyandottes. 



FIG. 23. Dark Cornish Game cock (one-ninth size). 

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These are hardy and most excellent table fowls. 

 They are considered profitable general-purpose fowls; 



