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been described. Besides these are the Javas, black, 

 mottled, and white, and the American Dominiques. 



The Java fowls are seldom seen now. They re- 

 sembled in shape, size, and general traits the Ply- 

 mouth Rocks, but by no means compared with 

 them as all-round fowl. 



The American Dominiques have rose combs, a 

 trim, neat shape, and gray hawk-colored plumage, 

 and are about the size of the Wyandotte. They 

 are the oldest American breed, and it was from a 

 cross of these that the valued Plymouth Rock 

 originated^ 



ASIATIC CLASS 



In the Asiatic class we find the large, solid, 

 quiet birds, the Brahmas, the Cochins, and the 

 Langshams. 



Brahmas. — The Brahmas, light and dark, are 

 the most important of the Asiatic class tq the 

 American poultry keeper. The Light Brahmas 

 have been steadily improving in' size, shape, and 

 laying qualities, and many growers recommend 

 them highly as a breed to keep in combination with 

 Leghorns. While they do not quite compete with 



