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finny tribe, the A^eigbt of which can be determined by pounds 

 instead of ounces." 



With regard to tackle, I may remark, that the game fish of 

 Florida are uneducated, and make no distinction between a mist- 

 colored leader and a clothes line. The great desideratum for Florida 

 fishing is strength of tackle — stout lines and large hooks. A heavy 

 bass rod is all important; if fly fishing is indulged in the rod should 

 not be less than eight ounces. As the fish are not particular, ex- 

 pensive flies need not be used. On the southwest coast spoon bait 

 are used to a great extent; I have tested many spoons and spinners, 

 but those made by L. S. Hill & Co. of Grand Rapid Mich, suit 

 me best. These baits should be purchased from the manufacturers, 

 and they be requested to add stronger hooks to the small sizes, and 

 nstead of treble to apply double hooks. For fisliing in tljis State, 

 I would recommend No. 1, 2, 2| and 3. For sea trout, lldl's " trout 

 and bass fly" would be found an attractive bait. For hand-line 

 fishing, resident experts, use cable laid cotton, and braided cotton 

 lines. Unless for fly fishing strong and che.ip tackle is all that is 

 required. Lines and hooks suitable for ordinary fishing can be 

 purchased in this city. 



