To man, whether as a civilized being 

 or as a barbarian, no animal is more 

 useful than the horse. The beauty, 

 grace, and dignity of this noble creature, when in a properly 

 developed state, are as marked as his utility. As an intelligent 

 animal, he ranks next in the scale to the dog, that other com- 

 panion and friend of man. Taking into consideration, then, 

 his usefulness, his attractive appearance, and his intelligence, 

 vhat is known of his history cannot prove unacceptable. 

 2 (H) 



