The sunken fence puzzled several of the horses. One made for 

 an adjacent gate, deposited his rider over it, stopping himself 

 behind to view the performances of his fellow quadrupeds. The 

 rider followed his example, standing for a few seconds on his head 

 for the purpose. Almost all those who slowed before the jump 



failed to negociate it. Even Bramley had a fall C b, who was 



out as a spectator, kindly volunteered to give the refusers a "lead," 

 unfortunately he hadn't previously consulted his horse on the 



subject and the latter proved contrary. C b to avoid a scene 



wisely gave in and retired to the gate. 



The second line was as good as the first, and there were no 

 casualties, though refusing was the order of the day. De T was a 

 bit off jumping, and seemed bent on forcing other horses to follow 

 his example by crossing them at the jumps. Two head dresses, a 

 hat and a Crammer boy's cap, besides several odd spurs, were lost on 

 the course, and are now advertised for. We hear Willoughby is 

 offering excellent prices for part worn pairs of the latter. 



( 54 ) 



