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factory to witness the general emulation which existed among the 

 breeders of them. It may not be presumptuous to remark, and it 

 admits not of a doubt in the mind of this committee, that the induce- 

 ments held out by the Institute of the award of medals, plate and di- 

 plomas, (setting forth facts worthy of record,) have caused more at- 

 tention to be paid by our farmers to the improvement of their stock 

 generally, as while contending for honest fame, their property might 

 become enhanced in value. We have to record the names of many 

 gentlemen who have given aid to the intent of the Institute, by per- 

 sonal exertions as well as by their wealth, in importing and improv- 

 ing the various breeds of farming stock; and we trust they may not 

 be offended by the liberty taken, in making mention of them. We 

 commence by noticing the animals brought upon the ground by Mr. 

 Roswell L. Colt, of Paterson, N. J., all of pure blood, and of the 

 following breeds, viz: 



Devonshire. — A breed noted for their uniform beautiful red color, 

 their compact smooth form, smallness of bone, aptness to fatten, excel- 

 lent beef, rich milk, and general good properties for the dairy. As oxen 

 this breed has proved to be valuable, bemg spirited and quick walkers, 

 at th-; saire time sta.nding well the b-sat of American gun'mers. A 

 cross upon the native stock is strongly recommended for all purposes* 



Jiyyshire.' — Of this useful bieed of cattle Mr. Colt exhibited those of 

 he improved sort, being larger than the old black cattle of Scotland, 

 and partaking evidently of improved breeds introduced into that coun- 

 try from England. The bull was a compact, well formed, short legged 

 animal of a black and white color, flaked equally, and did not va-' 

 ry materially from many of our native cattle; he was however 

 thought to be worthy a premium of plate, which was awarded. 



JUderney. — The specimens of this unique race of cattle were of 

 pure blood, as shown by their peculiar yellow hair, small upright 

 white horns tipped with black, and small deer like legs, delicate 

 head, mild large eye, smallness of size, and well formed wide spread 

 udder. This breed is famed for the richness of their milk, and high 

 flavor of butter. It is well adapted tor the use of people residing 

 in cities; taking up little room, and living upon a small amount of 

 food. For the dairy at large, the Alderneys may be useful in cross- 

 ing with the view of improving the quality of milk; they are best 

 suited however for cities as above stated, or for the poor man, who 

 can only provide for one cow. 



