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ward of the head bore another. Lay this pole over that of 

 the wagon r the end over that of the true horse's whiffletree, 

 and tie firmly on top with a piece of cord. Now step for- 



Pole applied to Balker. 



fard and tie a piece of small rope from one hame ring to 

 the other of the horses, under the pole, so as to be just taut 

 when in position. Pass another piece of the same sized 

 cord around the pole and tie it into the true horse's hame 

 ring short enough to hold the pole in the center. Tie the 

 cord on the head now to the pole through the hole, just 

 long enough to give freedom, so long as the horses keep 

 even ; but as soon as there is refusal to go, the strength of 

 the true horse is brought by the pole on the head, which 

 will compel going ahead, (see cut.) Start and stop the 

 horses often, until obedience is secured. This pole may be 

 used so long as there is any disposition to balk. 



The horse should not be required at first to use much 

 strength in drawing. Let this be required gradually, as 

 there is. obedience and willingness inspired to work. It is 

 a grave fault to try to make the horse work immediately. 

 This must not be attempted. First, create a willingness to 

 start when commanded, then gradually increase the load 

 until it becomes habitual to draw when commanded. I am 

 aware very many will have much trouble, and may wholly 

 fail with horses of this character. It is presumed that there 

 is tact and intelligence enough to appreciate and understand 

 the necessity of being patient, prudent and thorough in 

 adapting the efforts skillfully. Those who will not have or 

 have not mind enough to feel the responsibility and value 



