422 AGRICULTURE. 



The back should be straight and strong and the 

 underline well let down. A thick covering of 

 flesh should be present over the back, loin, 

 rump quarters, shoulders and ribs. Quality 

 should be evidenced by fine hair and wool, 



FIG. 158. RAMHOUII.LET RAM. 



mellow skin and bone of firm texture. Strength 

 should not be sacrificed for quality. A deep 

 broad chest and a clean-cut muzzle of medium 

 size, along with general vigorous and healthy 

 condition, are indications of constitution. Capa- 

 city to grow and fatten is indicated by well- 

 sprung ribs, deep but not pendent barrel, and 



