THE M.F.H. 9 



courtesy which mark Lord Wiltshire in all relations of 

 life. 



The greeting which comes from all assembled as the 

 M.F.H. drives up and bestrides the noble beast ap- 

 pointed for first horse, shows the stranger unmistake- 

 ably in what estimation he is held, and that it is not 

 rank nor wealth, but personal regard which draws 

 forth the smile of welcome. For all, too, he has a 

 cheery word ; and that in every respect, servants, 

 stables, and kennels, something very nearly approach- 

 ing to perfection is attained by the care and unrivalled 

 experience of the M.F.H., will readily be understood. 

 So the Marquis of Wiltshire's Hunt remains a social 

 institution of weight and influence, and a model of how 

 English sport should be pursued. To his Lordship we 

 may gaily drink " Floreat Scientia," with a sure know- 

 ledge that in his district, at any rate, the aspiration is, 

 and will be, thoroughly fulfilled. 



