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be taken from another hive, or else a frame of foundation, in 

 each nucleus. The frames of brood and bees should be taken 

 as equally as possible to form the different nucleus colonies. 

 A strong stock will generally furnish enough for five nuclei. 



Something is required to support the combs while the cells 

 are being inserted. To enable one to work easily and quickly 

 the comb should be about on a level with the shoulders while 

 stooping or kneeling beside the hive. A stand like that shown 

 below is quickly made and is very serviceable. 



Fig. 101.— COM3 STAND. 



The drawer near the ground will be found handy for keeping 

 queen cells and small tools in. 



HOW TO INSERT QUEEN CELLS. 



When cutting the cells from the frame, as much as possible 

 of the base should be taken, clear up to the wood. With the 

 frame which is to receive a cell placed on the support or stand 

 in a convenient position, cut a small hole in the comb just 

 large enough to put in the cell without pinching it in any way. 

 In cutting the part for the base let it fit as nicely as practicable, 

 as shown by the white line in the next illustration. 



