Country Life
FAMOUS MILKMEN;
Two prizes at the Dairy Show of last week were a singular tribute to the value of science in practical affairs. Lord Rayleigh won the most valued prize in the Show for the best group. of pure-bred mulch cows ; and Dr. Huxley (who has a delightful farm near Boars Hill, Oxford) acquired 98 per cent. of marks and a cheque for £50 for the best and purest milk in the team of the winning county, which was Berkshire. The two winners bear perhaps the most famous scientific names in this country. Mr. Strutt, Lord Rayleigh's brother, not only won prizes ; he was a singularly successful farmer in a depressed district. And how generous he was ! How well I remember appealing for more milk for a Calais hospital in October, 1914. Within two days Mr. Strutt had sent over two cows in full milk, which became so popular in the hospital that flannel coats were made for them against the winter ! They probably saved lives ; certainly maintained health. The recollection, though not wholly apropos, may be forgiven, for the present theme is the peculiar value of pure milk.
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