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From the Narraganset he takes oftentimes, his high spirit, and 

 the Narraganset was derived from the Andalusian horse, (of Moorish 

 origin,) transported by Spain to America. 



Thus the committee have the rule above laid down exemplified in 

 the Canadian horse, and the utmost care should be observed in au- 

 thenticating his pedigree, and medals or plate should be awarded him. 



Relative to cattle, it is thought to be advisable to grant premi- 

 ums to races of pure bloods, viz: 



First. To the English short horned Bakewell breed. 



Second. To the Devonshire pure blood. 



These are races of animals, proved to be excellent for various pur- 

 poses in this country, either kept pure in blood, or in crossing with 

 native cattle. 



Third. To native cattle of well authenticated breeds, as excel- 

 ling for the yoke, the dairy, or for beef. 



In all Cases, proof of pedigree and statements of breeding should 

 be required before granting premiums. 



Fourth. For Herefordshire, Ayrshire, and all other cattle, a premi- 

 um will be left discretionary with the committee. 



Of Sheep. — The varieties are many, and should be carefully at- 

 tended to as regards pedigree, form, size, and fineness of wool. The 

 latter now becDming a staple commodity of our country, should in 

 an especial manner be attended to. Samples should be taken by the 

 committee and carefully ticketed and reported on, to be lodged at 

 the Institute for general information. A detail of the names of the 

 exhibitors, and their proofs of breeding, should be placed in the 

 hands of the committee to entitle to a premium. 



Sivine. — Hogs are so valuable for iheir flesh, fat and oil, not only 

 for domestic use, but as staple commodities, that the Institute think 

 the committee should be very particular in inquiring relative to the 

 most prolific and valuable breeds. 



It has been usual for persons at agricultural meetings, to make 

 themselves witty and merry on making up their reports on swine, 

 most ridiculous in conception and abortive in declamaiion. That an 



