FRANK C. HARE, Prof. of Poultry Husbandry.
Among the farmers whose markets demand white-shelled eggs, the S.C. White Leghorn is the most popular fowl. The Black Minorca is another favorite. It produces the largest white eggs.
Where brown-shelled eggs are wanted, the Plymouth Rock, Wyandotte, Rhode Island Red and Orpington lead. And for the production of the largest table carcasses the Light Brahma, either pure or crossed with a more active breed, is a favorite. The live weights of adult birds of these breeds are as follows:
| Breed. | Cock. | Hen. | |||
| Leghorns | 5-1/2 | lbs. | 4 | lbs. | |
| Black Minorcas | 9 | lbs. | 7-1/2 | lbs. | |
| Plymouth Rocks | 9-1/2 | lbs. | 7-1/2 | lbs. | |
| Wyandottes | 8-1/2 | lbs. | 6-1/2 | lbs. | |
| Rhode Island Reds | 8-1/2 | lbs. | 6-1/2 | lbs. | |
| Orpingtons | 10 | lbs. | 8 | lbs. | |
| Light Brahmas | 12 | lbs. | 9-1/2 | lbs. | |
Most of these breeds have varieties, determined by color of plumage or shape of comb. Select that one which best pleases you.
Poultry Houses
TOLMAN TYPE HOUSE
When locating the poultry house remember that it is a great advantage to have soil which is light and naturally well drained, since such soil dries off quickly after a rain and is "much warmer," as poultrymen express it. Heavy soil, even stiff clay, may be made to serve the purpose admirably if provision is made to drain off all surface water. But avoid a site on which water settles in pools, as the surface soon becomes filthy and is a menace to the health of the flock.
The birds should have the benefit of several hours of sunshine each day. So locate the poultry house where the sun can strike it freely. The shelter of tall buildings on the north, or even on the east or west, is frequently an advantage during the winter months, but the south side should be open if conditions permit. Shade trees and large shrubs about the house are a source of comfort to the fowls during hot weather and may be used to screen or partially hide the poultry plant.