THE “FANCY” 
his breed and the doings of the breeders, besides 
giving him added prestige on account of being a 
member. Most specialty clubs have one dollar for 
their membership fee and the same amount for 
annual dues. 
When selecting fowls to be exhibited, first of all 
subject each one to acareful scrutiny, and make sure 
Hints on Ex- that it is free from disqualification. 
hibiting Fowls Remember, that if the ‘‘ Standard” 
says white in the ear-lobes or face shall disqualify, 
a spot the size of a grain of wheat is all that 
is necessary to throw your bird out of the race 
in close competition; or, if the ‘‘ Standard” says 
white or gray or any other foreign color in any 
part of the plumage is a disqualification, it means 
just what it says, and a part of a feather off in color 
will disqualify your bird just as surely as a whole 
feather. 
Preparation means a great deal toward success 
in the show room. ‘Train your birds so that they 
will not object to being handled, and teach them 
to pose at command so that they will show to the 
best advantage. White-plumaged birds should be 
given a bath a few hours before being cooped to 
send to the show, or long enough that they may 
dry and arrange their feathers before being re- 
moved. All kinds of fowls should have their 
combs, lobes, wattles and legs thoroughly cleaned, 
using a soft sponge, warm water and soap. 
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