14. PROFITABLE BREEDS OF POULTRY, by 



Arthur S. Wheeler. Mr. Wheeler discusses from personal ex- 

 perience the best-known general purpose breeds. Advice is given 

 from the standpoint of the man who desires results in eggs and stock 

 rather than in specimens for exhibition. In addition to a careful 

 analysis of stock good and bad and some conclusions regarding 

 housing and management, the author writes in detail regarding 

 Plymouth Rocks, Wyandottes, Orpingtons, Rhode Island Reds, 

 Mediterraneans and the Cornish. 



15. RIFLES AND RIFLE SHOOTING, by Charles 



Asking. A practical manual describing various makes and mechan- 

 isms, in addition to discussing in detail the range and limitations in 

 the use of the rifle. Treats on the every style and make of rifle 

 as well as their use. Every type of rifle is discussed so that the 

 book is complete in every detail. 



16. SPORTING FIREARMS, by Horace Kephart. 



This book is the result of painstaking tests and experiments. Prac- 

 tically nothing is taken for granted. Part I deals with the rifle, and 

 Part II with the shotgun. The m:m seeking guidance in the selec- 

 tion and use of small firearms, as well as the advanced student of 

 the subject, will receive an unusual amount of assistance from this 

 work. The chapter headings are Rifles and Ammunition The 

 Flight of Bullets Killing Power Rifle Mechanism and Materials- 

 Rifle Sights Triggers and Stocks Care of Rifle Shot Patterns and 

 Penetration Gauges and Weights Mechanism and Build of 

 Shotguns. 



17. THE YACHTSMAN'S HANDBOOK, by Herbert 



L. Stone. The author and compiler of this work is the editor of 

 "Yachting." He treats in simple language of the many problems 

 confronting the amateur sailor end motor boatman. Handling 

 ground tackle, handling lines, taking soundings, the use of the lead 

 line, care and use of sails, yachting etiquette, are all given careful 

 attention. Some light is thrown upon the operation of the gasoline 

 motor, and suggestions are made for the avoidance of engine 

 troubles. 



18. SCOTTISH AND IRISH TERRIERS, by Wil- 

 liams Haynes. This is a companion book to "The Airedale," 

 and deals with the history and development of both breeds. For 

 the owner of the dog, valuable information is given as to the nee of 

 the terriers, their treatment in health, their treatment when sick, 

 the principles of dog breeding, and dog shows and rules. 



