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that, for this pursuit, nothing is so safe to put on as wool, and that 

 even the cool blouse, which is pleasant for hot hours, should be of thin 

 flannel." 



My own waterproof over-jacket is made by Field, of Piccadilly, 

 London. It is about two inches longer than the under-jacket. The cloth 

 consists of a light-brown Scotch tweed, thoroughly waterproof. The 

 jacket is ventilated across the back by means of a cape which gives 

 freedom to the arms for casting. False cuffs are provided to prevent 

 rain-water running up the wrists, and there are two large inside pockets. 

 In weight, it is very light, yet the coat lasts for several seasons. 



I have often heard complaints made, and not without just cause, of 

 men's wading socks. I ask for nothing better than a sock made of the 

 wool called " abb." It is sold at the Marine Stores, 34, York Street, 

 Ramsgate, and is very thick and durable. I generally get 2 Ibs. at a time, 

 and send it to the Steward, Grangegorman Prison, Dublin, together with 

 a pattern ; this amount of material is sufficient for three pairs of socks, 

 the cost of which in the aggregate is about 1/3 per pair. They last for 

 years. 



GLOSSAEY OF TEEMS AND EXPRESSIONS. 



Maiden pools are Catches not previously fished on the day in question. 



Fresh days are mild days. 



Inspection is a term used when a fish has followed, or been stirred by 



a fly. 



Presentation, presenting the fly to the fish. 

 Hand-lining, playing a fish by holding the line. 

 Catch. A Catch is a pool, stream, flat, or rapid ; but a catch (with a 



small c) is one of the number of actual lay-byes in the Catch. 

 Oily waters. The surface of the water smooth. 

 The Pull. See illustration and explanation, page 35. 



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