in the Seventies and Eighties. ^9 



ing from memory, it broke its back; and several horses lay 

 down, momentarily exhausted, as the going was by no means 

 perfect. The furthest distance from point to point in the 

 run was eight miles, but, as will be seen on reference to the 

 map, there were several very useful minor points. No doubt 

 there were many changes during the course of this lengthy 

 run, as there were at one time three lines, but it is curious 

 that the chase terminated within about half a mile of where 

 it commenced. There was a fine scent all day, and hounds 

 kept running on the whole time, every horse being spun out 

 at the finish. 



" Onward we struggle in sorrow and labour, 



Lurching and lobbing, and bellows to mend, 

 Each, while he smiled at the plight of his neighbour, 

 Only was anxious to get to the end." 



