120 THE PORTRAIT GALLERY 
of the animals came from the famous Van Natta herd which 
was purchased in its entirety on the retirement of Mr. Franx 
Van Natta. 
Mr. Croucu is a pioneer of precious pattern. He has main- 
tained an interest throughout his entire career in the promotion 
of agricultural knowledge, and has on many occasions coop- 
erated with Purdue University in breeding demonstration and 
experimental ventures. His efforts have done much to popular- 
ize draft horse breeding and his exhibits at the International and 
other large fairs have builded him a lasting reputation. _ 
