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BLACK POLAND FOWLS. 



BLACK POLAND FOWLS. 



This breed is somewhat akin to the Black Spanish fowls, 

 being non-incubators, like that breed. Their characteristics 

 are similar to the Bla*ck Spanish fowls in nearly all respects, 

 being about the same size, same color, same prolific layers, -or 

 perhaps, not quite equal to the former breed in that respect, 

 but they are prolific layers in general, and when that is said, all 

 is said that can be in their favor. They are delicate and tender 

 in a great degree more so, probably, than the Black Spanish 

 fowls, and it is only a vexation to attempt to raise their young. 

 They are not adapted to severe climates, being more or less 

 affected with a snuffling, cold, or roupe, during the cold season. 

 I speak understanding^, having bred these fowls extensively 

 on Long Island some years ago. 



