326 STABLES AS THETf SHOULD BE. 



stable should remain open, so that any noise within the boxes may dis- 

 turb his repose. The watcher is expected to wear his clothes through 

 the night, so that should an accident, at any time, require his aid, he 

 may always be prepared to afford assistance ; or should any horse be 

 returned, after the other grooms have left for the night, he may be ready 

 to receive, to dress, and to feed the animal. 



The architectural designs which embellish this part were drawn by 

 the author's brother, Mr. Julius Mayhew, who, under the inventor's 

 direction, will be happy to employ his talent in erecting the supposed 

 stable for any gentleman intending to follow out the plans which have 

 been exhibited. 



