MALAYS AND SUMATRAS 



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Malays are little known in this country except for crossing 

 with other breeds to infuse vigor and size. They have about the 

 same weights as the Cornish, and are strong and powerful look- 

 ing. They are reputed to be extremely savage, and in battle 

 often actually tear their opponents to pieces. The plumage of 

 the Malay is very close, like other Games, only perhaps more 



scanty, and the color is red or maroon and black. The head is 

 long, with a projecting crown, which gives the cock a cruel and 

 fierce expression. The wattles and earlobes are small. 



Sumatras, or Black Sumatra Games, differ from the Malays, 

 in that they are of a gentle disposition, though once started in 

 a conflict, there is no Game that will show greater staying power 



