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be detached in case the line is caught and also for the 

 purpose of oiling, as it is necessary that the reel should run 

 very freely. One hundred yards of silk line plaited is the 

 best; it does not "kink" so much as a twisted line; it 



NEW NOTTINGHAM REEL. 



should be undressed, as in this state it runs better through 

 the rings. The rest of the tackle differs according to the 

 kind of fishing engaged in. This style is chiefly adopted in 

 capturing chub, barbel, and jack. 



Nottingham Twist.- A silk unvarnished twisted 

 line, made in various lengths, and used for blow lines 

 principally. 



Otter, The (Lutr'a vulgaris), is the king of poachers, 

 and is of the weazel family, but differs widely from the rest 

 in its aquatic habits. The body is long and flat, covered 

 with a smooth soft fur of two kinds an inner and an outer 

 coat. Its teeth are strong, and the molars being much 



