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to not crowd the birds. Give plenty of room and it will 
pay in the end. Where the distance is short, ten or 
fifteen hours’ travel, they will not hurt in this crate if 
crowded considerably, as they cannot become heated. 
When well made of good, seasoned wood, this crate will 
3tand a large number of trips. It should be well washed 
after each shipment. The wood should be well oiled, 
but not painted. If thought desirable, the wires on tho 
cover may be braced in one or two places with binding 
wire. Fasten one end to the frame, wrap it twice 
around each wire, and fasten to opposite side of frame. 
