108 BREEDS. 



I consider this a most valuable variety, so 

 hardy, so beautiful, so excellent, in all the rela- 

 tions of poultry life. 



Although it bears a close resemblance in form 

 to the Cochin, I maintain it to be a distinct breed. 



Their habits are quite dissimilar, their eggs are 

 larger, they roam farther from home, and have 

 more spirit, and fiery elan. 



I think their expression indicative of good 

 temper, and yet they are formidable foes when 

 roused, their immense size and weight giving 

 them great advantage over their rivals. 



The hens excel as mothers, and layers of fine 

 large eggs during winter. Even when snow 

 covers the ground, they lay regularly an average 

 of five eggs a-week, and, in fact, at all times, 

 when not employed in the nursery, or renewing 

 their plumage. 



The pullets attain full size at an early age, 

 and are in their prime when eight months old. 



