National Agricultural Library

"The Kellerstrass Way" of Raising Poultry

Ernest Kellerstrass. Kansas City, MO

It has been my constant aim in writing this book to use common sense, and to give the public as much good practical information as I possibly could, and remember, that this book was written by a man who is out working with his chickens every day. It was not written by a man sitting at a desk in the office with a pencil, dreaming of what could be done, and if you ever visit my farm, I hope I will have the pleasure of showing you what we actually do. I have read a good many of the so-called "theory" poultry books, but how many of them were written by men who have actually got a poultry farm, or have ever raised a chicken? No doubt in the way of theory they can give me and you some advice. If you were sick or had appendicitis, would you take the advice of a doctor who had had years of practical experience, or would you take the advice of a doctor who had only read books?

I have been several years writing this small book, and the reason it took me so long was because I would not write anything until I had tried it out satisfactorily, and the best advice I can give anyone who is about to embark in the poultry business is, start small, and learn it as you grow; then you are sure of success, and no matter what breed of chickens you start with, first find out the kind that you like best; then go to that breeder's farm and buy the best birds that your money will buy. A good foundation is the main thing in any line of business.