INTRODUCTORY. 



In presenting this book, entitled "A to Z of Pigeons and 

 Bantams," I feel positive its contents will be a great assistance 

 to the old and experienced and a valuable guide to the novice 

 and beginner. It contains information and illustrations that will 

 enable the reader to intelligently start in the business and to 

 successfully conduct it, along lines that are safe and consistent 

 with good business methods. 



For the past several years increased interest has been taken 

 in Bantams and Pigeons ; for every dollar that was invested five 

 years ago $10 are invested to-day. And for every Bantam and 

 Pigeon that was exhibited five years ago there are ten to-day. 

 The pleasing part is, the business has been advancing from year 

 to year, and will continue to do so. The writer has always 

 taken an interest and never lost an opportunity in promoting 

 this interest. Hence the presentation of this boiled-down and 

 up-to-date booklet, describing and illustrating the different vari- 

 eties and how to successfully handle them, and it is the sincere 

 wish of the author that this book may increase the interest in 

 Pigeons and Bantams. 



