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5, 1889, to Feb. 4, 1890), while in case of the second 

 division (Nos. 4-6) they were extended to March 18, 1890, 

 and lasted thus for 194 consecutive days. Low rate of 

 increase in live weight and local market condition advised 

 the extension of the trial in the latter case. 



The three lambs of the first division gained within 152 

 days, in live weight, in the aggregate 107| pounds, or each 

 individual on an average 35 1 pounds ; while those of the 

 second division (Nos. 4-6) gained during 194 days, in the 

 aggregate, only 86 pounds, or each individual on an average 

 28| pounds. 



Some of the essential points of interest in the experiment 

 here under discussion are stated in some subsequent pages, 

 under the following headings : — 



1. Weight of lambs. 



2. Cost of lambs. 



3. Character and cost of feed consumed. 



4. Gain in live weight, during the observation. 



5. Fiuancial statement. 



6. Conclusion. 



7. Detailed statement of feeding record. 



1. Weight of Lambs. 



The aggregate live weight of six lambs when bought 

 amounted to 450^ pounds. 



The wool secured before the beginning of the feeding 

 experiments amounted to 22jL pounds. 



