The Serene Duck Hunter 



of several appropriate exclamations — 

 all having the sanction of precedent 

 and long use. One which is quite clear 

 and emphatic is to the effect that the 

 fleeing duck is "lead ballasted," an- 

 other easily understood is that it has 

 "got a dose," and still another of no 

 uncertain meaning, that it is "full of 

 shot." Whatever particular formula 

 is used, it should at once be followed 

 by a decided command to the guide 

 in attendance to watch the disappear- 

 ing bird and mark where it falls. 



The fact should be here mentioned 

 that the complete enjoyment of this 

 proceeding depends largely upon the 

 tact and intelligence of the guide. If 

 with these he has a due appreciation 

 of his responsibility as an adjunct to 

 the sport, and is also in proper accord 

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