Sport: Poultry Show

In Manhattan last week, 7,500 birds, 187 rabbits, 15 cavies (i. e., guinea pigs), and a great number of persons crowded the basement of Madison Square Garden. This was the 40th Annual Poultry, Pigeon and Pet Stock Show.

Of those present, the persons, staring about them with ennui or enthusiasm were the most absurd. The rabbits crawled about in wire enclosures, their noses twitching with annoyance, their legs dragging in bewildered apathy. The guinea pigs dozed or squeaked with fury. The fowl alone presented a pleasing appearance. Their bright plumes flashed and glittered;...

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