THE EARTH'S BOUNTY 



Furthermore, " prize winners " and " thor- 

 oughbreds " were looked upon as synonymous 

 terms, which they seldom are, when considered 

 from the practical standpoint. 



For show specimens, the most symmetrical, 

 showy animals, or birds, are chosen, regard- 

 less of constitutional strength or productive- 

 ness. Then, when such specimens are the first 

 to be brought into a neighborhood, there is 

 often ground for complaint. Agricultural 

 shows are of great value, for they are object 

 lessons that teach correct type, and awaken 

 competition among farmers. The man or 

 woman who becomes interested in capturing 

 blue ribbons will study how to grow the most 

 correctly formed animals, and, in so doing, is 

 sure to discover the principles of selection 

 and mating, to improve practical points. 

 Don't misunderstand me all show animals 

 are not without practical value; but naturally, 

 beauty comes first. One thing is sure the 

 exhibitor, if also the breeder, will have good, 

 thoroughbred stock for sale, and will have 



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