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period of glory on the course, owing to the 

 tremendous exertion they are called upon to 

 execute during a race. 



The Park Hack. 



One of the first essentials of a saddle 

 horse is that it should have the best of 

 manners, both in and out of the stable, 

 yet be full of energy and spirit. 



When choosing a saddle horse, the height 

 of it must be regulated by that of the rider, 

 but from 14^ hands up to 16 hands will be 

 found to meet the wants of the generality of 

 horsemen : build of body in proportion. Bay, 

 chestnut, black, and brown are the most suit- 

 able^, colours to select, all being showy. Do 



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