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to be judged, and certainly they were a particularly fine lot of horses. The
average price of remounts bought by Native Cavalry regiments, from whom
rolls were received, was under Rs. 200.
205. The Superintendent, Civil Veterinary Department, states in his
report:—
" During the show I branded 122 mares for horse breeding, of which 58 belonged to Garani
tribe of Gadi in the Kalat Agency, and most of the prize winners belonged to this tribe of
Baluchis."
206. Altogether the prospects of horse breeding in Baluchistan are most
promising, and the thanks of this Department are due to all District Officers
and Political Agents for the interest they show in the matter ; but as affecting
this show in particular, I would tender my best thanks to Major MacIvor to
whose exertions its success is mainly due.
BOMBAY PRESIDENCY.
Ahmednagar
Horse Show.
207. Only two shows are held in the Presidency, viz., that held at Ahmed-
nagar, and that held at Malegaon, Hyderabad.
208. This show was held on 12th November 1894, and was in every way
successful, except that no remounts were obtained for Native Cavalry. This
must be looked upon as most disappointing, as this is the most important
horse show held in the Deccan.
209. The Remount Agent purchased 14 head of young stock for the Re-
mount Department, but having attended this show, I did not consider the young
stock bought here to be equal to that bought at shows in other parts of India.
MalegaonHorse
Show.
210. This show was held on 19th December 1894, and is reported by the
Superintendent to have been disappointing, as only a few brood mares were
exhibited and the young stock classes were very moderate. Ten head of young
stock were purchased for the Rearing Depôt.
It is, however, to Sindh that we must look for successful shows, as far as
Bombay is concerned, and I think it cannot be denied that this Province is
not nearly fully developed.
Jacobabad
Horse Show.
211. This show commenced on 14th January 1895, and was in every way a
success. The brood mares formed a splendid class, showing, as they did, power,
quality, and size. The young stock was excellent and showed signs of great
care being bestowed on it.
212. At this show, 142 remounts were purchased for Native Cavalry, and 6
head of young stock was secured by the Remount Agent. The Superintendent
remarks: —
"It is much to be regretted that the Remount Agent only purchased 6 head of young stock
for the Rearing Depôt as there were at least 30 suitable."
I can scarcely agree that so many as 30 could have been bought, still more
than 6 could have been obtained; but owing to the fact that a less number of
young stock was required this year, the Remount Agent could not exceed this
number.
213. Mule breeding has made an excellent start in these parts, and many
fine young mules were exhibited. 25 were bought for Government Transport.
This market should be more patronized by the Commissariat and Transport
Departments.
Talhore Horse
Show.
214. This show was held on 28th January 1895, and was the first one held
in the district. The Superintendent, Civil Veterinary Department, states :—
" The show was held with a view of ascertaining the class of mare in the district. It was most
satisfactory, as it opens out a fresh field for the introduction of Government stallions and promises
in time to become one of the best breeding districts in Sindh. I was very much surprised at the
large number and size of the mares and the keenness evinced by the zemindars, several of whom
have already promised to make paddocks and give their young stock complete liberty,"
215. It is to be regretted that such a promising district has been utterly
neglected hitherto; it should, in my opinion, have been developed long ago. I
doubt if it ever will be properly developed by holding a show. It should be
carefully marched through by the Superintendent,
216. The District Superintendent of Police, Hyderabad, purchased 30 re-
mounts for police purposes.