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Another roup on the same ground asked for 20%.

From Time Magazine Archive

Jess's chair, which had carved arms and a seat stuffed with rags, had been Snecky Hobart's father's before it was hers, and old Snecky bought it at a roup in the Tenements.

From A Window in Thrums by J. M. (James Matthew) Barrie

Fountains are preferable to open vessels, in which the fowls are apt to void their dung, and the chickens to dabble and catch cold, often causing roup, cramp, &c.

From Poultry A Practical Guide to the Choice, Breeding, Rearing, and Management of all Descriptions of Fowls, Turkeys, Guinea-fowls, Ducks, and Geese, for Profit and Exhibition. by Hugh Piper

A good system of ventilation is essential, as murky, damp air breeds colds and roup.

From The Dollar Hen by Milo M. (Milo Milton) Hastings

Keeps show birds in condition and prevents colds, roup and liver trouble.

From Pratt's Practical Pointers on the Care of Livestock and Poultry by Pratt Food Co.