THE SPORTSMAN IN FRANCE. 195 



rivalled skill in the use of the rifle, was 

 thoroughly master of the science of pro- 

 jectiles, and was theoretically as well as 

 practically informed on all matters re- 

 lating to the gun. 



Having afforded me the benefit of his 

 tuition and bright example during a visit 

 to Upper Canada, he was kind enough to 

 forward to me at Quebec the following 

 clever paper, which I have ventured to 

 transcribe for the benefit of my readers, 

 to some of whom it may not prove unin- 

 teresting. 



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