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Show Messenger Pigeons. In taking Its observations tho messenger mes-senger pigeon rises to the height varying vary-ing between 200 and 700 feet, according accord-ing to the climatic or other local conditions. con-ditions. Hut, whether tho height be 200 or 700 feet, the pigeon files In n series of circles, but always returns to a central position immediately above the Bpot from which it has been released. As soon as It has accurately determined Its direction It dartB off for home. The speed varies according accord-ing to atmospheric conditions. With a strong wind behind them, they will fly at a velocity of 1,600 or 1,600 yards a minute. |