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Jullundur, no medals were given as the animals brought forward were not con-
sidered up to the standard. It is early to say if the giving of these medals will
act as an encouragement. The experiment will probably be proceeded with for
some years. When medals are given the presence of a Superintendent, Civil
Veterinary Department, at each Show is necessitated, which is sometimes incon-
venient. A grant of money (Rs. 250) was given to the Sargodha Cattle Show
from Provincial Funds to start it, and it was supplemented from local resources
The utility of Shows.
68. As stated by me last year, there is not much evidence to show that
the mere giving of prize money tends to improve indigenous
stock. It is no doubt desirable, however, to continue
giving prizes for some years in selected places, so that a thorough trial may be
made. In discussing this question, it is necessary to recognise a distinct
difference between a Cattle Show and a Cattle Fair. The first depends on
prize money for its existence, but the latter is independent of such artificial
help. Once a Cattle Show becomes a Cattle Fair, the giving of prize money
is not necessary. I referred last year to the great value of Cattle Fairs, as
place where dealers resort, and where considerable buying and selling takes
place. The fact that such Fairs exist is proof of their economic value, and they
have an effect on cattle breeding generally though not necessarily in their im-
mediate neighbourhood. The experience gained so far points to the giving
of prize money at Shows in localities, where a good indigenous breed exists,
in order that competition amongst the actual breeders of the neighbourhood
may result.
Part IV.—Subordinate Establishment.
Numerical strength.
Table VII.
69. The sanctioned strength of the subordinate establishment as it
stood
on the 31st March was 102 as detailed
below :—
Veterinary Inspeetors ... ... ... ... ... ... .... ...
Do.
Do.
Do.
Assistants 1st grads... ... ... ... .... ...
do., 2nd grade ... ... ... ... .... ...
do.,
3rd grade ... ... ... ... .... ...
6
23
38
35
102
The increase is due to two first grade men being sanctioned for the
Delhi and Mooltan hospitals, and the annual addition of 4 men to the cadre to
bring the establishment up to one man for every tahsil.
Voterinary Inspectors.
70. The inspecting agency of this Department has proved most useful.
The Veterinary Inspectors have had their time more than
fully occupied in a very busy year in visiting outbreaks
of disease, and in supervising and checking inoculation work. The work of
the Veterinary Assistants has much improved under their guidance, and they
have been of great assistance to the superior staff, formings, as they do, the con-
necting link in the administration.
Increase in number of
Inspectors.
71. The need of more Inspectors was urgently felt and representations
were made accordingly with the result that sanction has
been accorded to the employment of six additional men
from the 1st April 1906. This will enable the present charges to be reduced
in area considerably, and it will no doubt result in increased efficiency all round.
Veterinary Assistants.
72. The work performed by the Veterinary Assistants during the year
was in most cases satisfactory. I am pleased to record
that Veterinary Assistants show a distinct tendency to
take more interest and pride in their work which all tends to efficiency. I find
considerable difficulty in recruiting men. There is a great demand for Veterinary
Assistants new on all sides and better terms are offered in other Departments.
Since the period which this report embraces, several vacancies have occurred
and remain unfilled, no suitable candidates being forthcoming. The expediency