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21. Classes of horses in France. — There are three classes of 
breeding horses in France. First, those owned by the govern- 
ment. In 1910 there were of these 3445, of which 2214 were 
coach, 664 draft, and 567 Thoroughbred. Second, those subsidized 
Fig. 7.— The French Coach horse. 
by the government. The owners of such approved animals are 
allowed from 300 to 5000 francs ($60 to $1000) bonus annually from 
the Minister of Agriculture. In 1910 there were 1709 approved 
and subsidized horses in France. Third, those that have been 
authorized by government officials. In 1910 there were 191 
animals of this class. All other horses are prevented from stand- 
ing for public service by a law passed in 1885. 
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