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in the bottom of it so that the eggs will not breali. After the straw 

 is nicely arranged in the basket I start the first layer by placing the 

 eggs with small end down. This is the best way for the eggs to lie, 

 because it will stand shipment better than if placed on the side. 

 After the first layer is placed I scatter a little fine chaff or a little 

 fine cut straw over the eggs, then put paper on the top before placing 

 the next layer of eggs. This paper prevents the chaff from working 

 from the top layer down to the bottom. On top of the second layer I 

 again place the chaff or fine cut straw, and always place the paper 

 between each layer. I do not put the eggs too close to the top of the 

 cover. Room should be allowed for straw between the eggs and the 



This illustrates the boxes I use for shipping hatching eggs. The one 

 on top is ready to receive the eggs. The one on the right is paiked with 

 eggs and the cover partly on. The box on the left is ready for shipment, 

 and contains 15 eggs. 



cover. In former years I have used excelsior for lining the 

 baskets, but find straw more satisfactory, as it will keep out more 

 cold and be a better protection for the eggs. On page 56 will be 

 found the picture of a shipment of these baskets already packed. The 

 covers are fastened on with basket hooks. 



How to Ship the Baby Chicks 



The first shipment of baby chicks was due to go early in March, 



