A Defense of Fishermen 



any new difficulties presented by the 

 extension of our waters. 



Why the Biggest Fish Are Always 

 Lost 



Before leaving this branch of our 

 subject, especial reference should be 

 made to one item more conspicuous, 

 perhaps, than any other, among those 

 comprised in the general charge of 

 fishermen's mendacity. It is constant- 

 ly said that they greatly exaggerate 

 the size of the fish that are lost. This 

 accusation, though most frequently 

 and flippantly made, is in point of fact 

 based upon the most absurd arrogance 

 and a love of slanderous assertion that 

 passes understanding. These are 

 harsh words ; but they are abundantly 

 justified. 



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