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theii' noses from want of wind, and run beyond the scent, especially 

 if there is water in their view. 



"In a fair country, and honnds in condition, it is my opinion, 

 that if the above observations could he carried into effect, few foxes 

 would escape. Patience is the best performer in the chase. All 

 hounds in these times are well enough bred ; and all hounds have 

 power enough (if judicioiTsly directed) to kill their fox.'' 



