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FOREST AND STREAM 
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SPRINGFIELD BENCH SHOW OF DOGS. 
I T is with pleasure that we record the successor the first 
attempt of the Rod and Gun Club at holding a Bench 
Show, and Springfield (Mass.) has reason to be proud of the 
result of this effort on the part of a few of her enterprising cit- 
izens in inaugurating the first Bench Show in New England. 
It was a surprise to the oldest sportsmen present to find 
that New England possessed so many fine dogs, and the 
delegation from this city and New Jersey, though not larg 
numerically, could not be surpassed in the country. There 
arc many who claim that Bench Shows are useless a9 com 
pared with Field Trials; that the former allow the dogs no 
opportunities to show their points of excellence; but we 
will venture to say that there was no visitor to Springfield 
on Wednesday or Thursday last, who did not learn some 
thing about dogs. Even thegeutleman whom we heard ask 
with refreshing naivete, to be told the difference between 
setter and a pointer, went away instructed, and indeed car 
ried with him information greater than that possessed by 
many with more pretensions and less candor. Tlio list of 
entries contained no less than one hundred and sixty-seven 
names, more, we apprehend, than have been noted at aay 
Bench Show yet held in this country. The following is 
the full list:— 
ENTRIES. 
Lavtrael Setter*— C. II. Raymond, Pride of the Bonier and Fairy; G. 
Delano, Doll; G. A Strong, Rock; Luther Adams, Rock and Duke. 
Gordon Setter * — John A Foster, D1 Vernon; C. II. Bowker, Kent 
II. Thompson, Dash and Flora; B. W. Jenkins, Alice; Luther Adams 
Duke. 
English and Natire Setter! — S. B. Caney, Dan; Luther Clark. Nero 
Geo. Harrington, Trim; Mias Nellie BasseM, Fly; E. H. Smith, Bruno 
O. D. Corley, Grouse; F. Warln, Dick; W. II. Bulcom, Dick; W. S 
Perry, Peie; E. S, Allin, Snort; Chan. Palmer, Princess; C. II. Foss 
Nellie 3d; J. A. Lakon. Ned: E. C. Bingham, Bell: R. S. Knowles, Jin 
F. K. Mor»e. Don; I.nther Adams, Dora; Ethan Allin, Fan; B I 1 '. Bowie- 
Tminp; Mat Geo. W. McGee, U. S. A , Fop mid Tail; s. T. numrnnnd. 
Trim; W. II. Burmll. Jack; Richard Morris, Jack and black and (mi 
pup: E. M. Coats, Robin; John A. Foster’s Flip. 
Uni Irish Seders— Lieut. II. Metcalfe. U- S. A., Jim: J A. Barnes 
Snipe; C. J! Colt, Nellie; Wm. Jarvis. Dick; Hamilton Thompson, 
Duke, Dick. Belle arid Dnke, Jr.; Richard Morris, Hall. 
English Pointer*— Dr. XV. S. Webb. Whisky. 
Spanish Pointer*- Robt 0. Morris, Guy; Wm. M. Williams, Quaker; 
Charles Pierce, Pomp. 
Native Pointer*— ll. C. Taft, Bess and Jake; Joseph Cameron, Nell; E 
H Lathrop, Dan and Trump: W. A. Taylor, Mar (formerly Jock); Kd- 
wnrd Sanderson, Jack; Robl O. Morris, Llx; II. W. Brown, Dan; T B 
Caney. Ben, C. W. Hlxon, Col; J. M. Dodge, Guy; G. A. Strong, Pole; 
H. C. Taft, Psyche; John Murphy, Kip; If E. Sabin, Truiup*, D. It 
Kill'd, Jr., June: John F. Harrison, Dash; E. It. Smith, Scoll; John 
White, Jim; Frank E. Cork, Don; G. A. Strong. Prudence. 
Fax Bound* and Beagle*— H. W. Hammersly, Hector; F. W. Haskins, 
Tim; G. W Ilinman, Load; C. II. White, Whoop: W. L. Keyes, Rover; 
Marlin Kooler, Diamond and Music; H. C. Jones, Loud, Buck'uud Flora; 
Jno. Kellogg, Jeff; W. E. Gibbons, Dick. 
Spaniel* and Itetrieoers— Winslow B. Morse, Prince; D. S. Barker, 
Lulu; Oliver Edwards, Max; U. C. Tuft, Fred; Fred O. Hanson, Dick; 
Frank U. Peltier, Zuleitc (2 pope); Wm. Thornhill, Fanny. 
Terrier*— X\m. Gunn, Scotty; James S. Walker, Pretzel: Baroness 
von Stralendorff, Fidcle; Geo. Wilder, Png; Mrs. D. M. Waterman, 
Frlrkie; Geo. E. Bars toe, Tommy; James W. Xlarton, Scott; Michael O’ 
Donovan, Fldo; J. It. Davidson. Tip; F. E. Gray, Tiny Jinks, and 
Fuzzy; F. S. Davis, Tinsey; Mrs. Von Brunt, Billy; J. II Damon, Dixie. 
Nttqfoundland*. St. Bernard*, Collie*. etc.— Geo. Hamilton. Captain; 
Baroness von Stralendorff, Cnpt. C'hus, Barker; Benj. Harmon, Sparkle; 
Felix Boyle, Jessie; H. S. Niles. Porter; J. E. Wales, Jeff; II, B. Han- 
dy, Jack; Mile. Mnrgucrlto de Vries, Funcv; Mamie Bates, Billy; West, 
Stone it Co., Rover: U. O. Edwards, Dandy; D. C. Fitkin, Dick: A. .) . 
Marks, Honest; S. R. Lucas, Nip: W. L’ Warner, Gypsv; Dwight C. 
Gilman, Dot; C. C. Burdette, Dot; Geo F. Mitahell, Dun:P. H. Foster, 
Ned; G. H. Gould, Spot; L. B. Merrill, Rose (3 pups); Walter H. Whit- 
comb, Flora (5 pups); Calvin Smith, Turk; John J. Preu, Daniel; E. W. 
Ladd, Bang. 
P Mastiff*, Bull and Bull Terrier*— Geo. W. Rice, Guess; A . L. Esta- 
broose, Betsy Baker; Geo. A. Dutimon, Buster; James Summers, Nero; 
John Ward, Jepp; E. C. ltoblusou, Major; A. L. Pease, Jack; John De- 
lano. Lilly. 
The judges appointed were “Squire" Horace Smith .Ken- 
nel editor of Forest and Stream, Lieut. Harry Metcalfe, 
U. S. Army, now stationed at the Springfield Arsenal, and 
Mr. F. W. Lawrence of Brookline, who devoted them- 
Belves to the merits of setters and pointers. Messrs. Ethan 
Allin, T. Eaton and 0. B. Deane did the same duty for the 
other classes. We have yet to bear any dissatisfaction ex- 
pressed with the awards of the judges, and when the diffi- 
culty of their positions is considered, and that over a hun- 
dred setters and pointers, the majority of which would 
rank high anywhere, passed their scrutiny, their success 
reflects great credit upon their skill. The smallest auimul 
exhibited was the black and tan terrier Vinnie, weighing 
two and three quarter pounds, and the largest a Newfound- 
land which turned the scale at 102 pounds. The City Hall, 
a large and commodious building, was thronged through 
the day and evening with ladies and gentlemen, the ladies 
in particular evincing great interest in the show, and find- 
ing nothing offensive about it. A trained hull terrier 
amused the audience with really well performed tricks. A 
little Japanese spaniel attracted much attention, as did also 
some of the toy terriers. President Lathrop of the Rod 
and Gun Club announced the prizes (as published below), 
and subsequently introduced Mr. Charles Hallock, editor 
of this paper, who made a short address in which he con- 
gratulated the club upon inaugurating in this country so 
successfully this interesting kind of 6how. He believed 
they would become common. He enlarged upon their im- 
portance to dog breeders and owners. The canine ruce was 
said to he exceedingly susceptible of improvement by cul- 
tivation. It was of great use to man, especially in settling 
new countries where game was a staple of food and the ex- 
termination of troublesome und dantrerous animals an iin- 
to merit. The prizes will be delivered as soon as the names 
are engraved thereon. 
THU PREMIUMS 
lAvcrack Sitter*— Boat do?, Pride of the Border by C. H. Raymond of 
Morris Plains, N J.; second host dog, field trial dog, Rock by Luther 
Adams of Boston. Best bitch, Fairy by C. H. Raymond of Morris 
Plulns, N. J.; second best bitch, Doll by George Delano of New Bed- 
ford. Best dog pup, Duke by Luther Adums of Boston 
Qurdon Setters — Best dog, Duke by LuUier Adams of Boston; secoud 
beet dog, Dush by Hamilton Thompson of New Jersey. Best bitch, 
Alice by B. W. Jenkins of Baltimore; second best bitch, Flora by Ham- 
ilton Thompson, of New Jersey. Best dog pop. Kent by C. U. Barker of 
Worcester. Best bitch pup, Dl Vernon by John Foster of Stafford 
Springs, 
English, lrith and Natire Setter*— Beet dog. Flip by John A. Foster 
of Stafford Springs, also ns the best setter dog, receiving tho Forest 
and Stream sliver pitcher; second best doe, Ned by J. A. Lukin of 
Westfield, and also a camp louoge. Best bitch, Dorn by Luther Admns 
of Boston; second best bitch. Fan by Etiian Allln of Pomfret, Ct. Best 
dog pup, Bruno by E. II. Smith, of Springfield. Best bitch pup. Princess 
by Charles Palmer of Windsor, Ct. 
Bed ln*h Setter * —Best dog. Duke by Hamilton Thompson, N. J., n 
silver cup; second best. Snipe by J. A. Barnes of Hartford. Best bitch, 
Nellie by C. H. Colt of Hartford; second best bitch, Belle by Hamilton 
Thompson, N. J.; best pup, Duke, Jr., by Hamilton Thompson. 
English Pointer— Whisky, by Dr. W. 8. Webb of Springfield. 
Spanish Pointer *— No dog in this class being deemed worthy of tho 
first prize, it was not awarded. Best dog, Guy by Robert O. Morris of 
Springfield. 
Native Pointer *— Beat dog, Pete by G. A. Strong of West, Meriden, Ct. ; 
nlso D B. Wesson’s revolver as best pointer; second best dog. Dash by 
John F. Harrison of Springfield, also camp lounge Best bitch. Pru- 
dence by G. A. Strong of West Meriden; second best bitch, June by D. 
B, Gillett of Enfield. Best dog pnp, Ben by T. B. Cauey of Springfield, 
Best bitch, Psyche by H. C. Taft of Springfield. 
Fox Hound *— Best dog, Rover by w. L, Keyes of Springfield, diplo- 
u; second best. Whoop by C. II. White of Springfield, silver collar, 
nlso a camp lounge. Best bitch, Flora by J. C. Jones of West Stock- 
peralive necessity. 
It is impossible to close this brief mention of a most in- 
teresting occasion without a word of thanks to the mem- 
bers of the Springfield Club and the Rod and Gun Club, 
for the courtesy and generous hospitality extended to the 
representatives of this paper during our recent visit. 
The following is the list of awards : The best dog in the first 
mentioned six classes receives a silver cup, and the second 
best a diploma, while the best bitch receives a silver collar. 
The Other classes receive collars and diplomas, according 
mu; second best. Whoop by C. l/ White of Springfield, silver collar, 
nlso a camp lounge. Best bitch, Flora by' 
bridge; best dog pup, Loud by J. C. Jones 
Spaniels— Best dog. Mux by Gen. Oliver Edwards of Florence; second 
best dog, Fred by IfT C. Tuft of Springfield Best bitch, Fanny l)v Wm. 
Thornhill of Springfield Best dog pup, Prince by W. B. Morsc’of In- 
dian Orchard- Best bitch pup, Lulu by D. L. Barker of Springfield. 
Fred Hanson’s water spaniel Dick received a diploma os being tho best 
water spaniel exhibited. 
Terrier*— Bust dog. Dixie by J. II Damon of Spriugfleld; second best 
dog, Billy by Mrs. Van Brunt of Boston. Beet bitch, Tiny by F. Ed- 
ward Gray of Springfield. Gratuities of collars to Pug by George E. 
Wilder, Scotty by Col J. G. Benton, Pretzel by James Walker, a York- 
shire terrier by Wm. Gunn, Tiny by F. S. Davis of Holyoke, Fldele by 
Baroness Von Stralendorff, n Cuban terrier by Michael O'Donovan, Fris- 
ky by Mrs, Waterman, black and lan dog Tommy by G. E. Barstow. 
Newfoundland * , st. Bernard*. Collie*, Dalmatians, Spit*, Blenheim Span- 
iel*, Poodles, Italian Greyhound* and Greyhounds.— A silver collar to Cnpt. 
spitz, by George Hamilton of Springfield; a silver collar to Jeff, black 
English greyhound, by J. E. Wales of Springfield; u diploma to Juck, 
black Newfoundland, by II. B. Handy of Springfield; n aiplnmn to Flora 
and six imps, mouse colored greyhound bitch, by Walter H. Whitcomb 
of Northampton; a diploma to Captain Charles Barker, Blenheim span- 
iel, by Baroness Von Stralendorff of Boston; u collar to Billy, black 
Newfoundland, by Miss Mamie Bates of Springfield; a collar to Spot, 
by G. H. Gould of Springfield, as the best conch dog; ii collar to Fanny, 
with two pups, by Mile M. deVries of Agawam; a diploma to Porter, 
by H . S. Niles of Springfield, as the best St. Bernard; a diploma in Turk, 
black and tan collie, by Calvin Smith of Springfield; n diploma to Dandy, 
by 11, O. Edwards, ns tile best Italian greyhoad; a diploma to Rose, a 
Newfoundland with pups, by L. B. Merrill. 
Mastiff*, Bull Poos, and Perrier *— Best terrier dog, Gueps by G W. 
Rice, of Springfield, a diploma; also, as best trick dog. u collar. Best 
bull dog, Buster by G. A. Deninwn of Springfield, n silver collar; second 
best, Jack by A, L. Pease of Springfield, diploma. Best bitch, Lilly by 
John Delano, a diploma; best pup. Major by E. C. Robinson of Spring- 
field, a diploma 
The Springfield Republican thus speaks of the cup pre- 
sented by us at the Rod and Gun Club Bench Show 
“The most valuable and elegant prize is the superb silver 
pitcher given by the Forest and Stream, and which is, 
to-day, on exhibition in the window of Stowe’s jewelry 
store. It is very heavy and capacious, porcelain-lined and 
most elegantly engraved with appropriate designs. Upon 
one side is cut the picture which is the “frontispiece” of 
the Forest and Stream, and a very artistic and life-like 
engraving pf three noted dogs, a setter and two pointers 
imported by Sir Frederick Bruce, once the English minis- 
ter at Washington. It is cut frou*a photograph. A tracery 
of boughs and leaves, with ruffed grouse, woodcock, trout, 
and other game dear to the sportsman's heart, complete the 
profuse ornamentation of the pitcher. It will be awarded 
to the best pointer or setter.” 
The judges awarded the pitcher to the English setter 
Flip, entered by J. A. Foster of Stafford Spriugs.Ct., he hav- 
ing received the highest number of marks from each judge. 
Flip’s portrait and pedigree will be published as soon as 
received. One of the finest pointers at the show was Dan, 
owned by Mr. E. H. Lathrop, President of the Rod and 
Gun Club. Dan is by Trumps, out of Dolly, and has a 
pedigree which traces directly hack to a fine strain of im- 
ported dogs. Another capital dog whs Mr. George Hur- 
rington’s setter Trim, by Day’s Rock 2d, out of Mr. Flagg’s 
well known black and white hitch. Rock 2d was by the 
Blue Belton Rock, imported in 18(51 by Mr. John Boyden, 
President of the Sportsmen’s Club of Worcester, Mass. 
We saw nothing, however, that pleased us more than the 
magnificent setter Rock, recently imported by Mr. Luther 
Adams of Boston. Rock is by Mr. Barclay Field’s Bruce, 
out of Mr. Purcell Llewellin'p Daisy. Bruce was by Dasli 
2d, out of Mr. Staller’s Phoebe, founder of tho Field Trial 
(so called) breed. Daisy was by Dash 2d, out of Moll 3d, 
both Laverocks. As Dash 2d was also the sire of Pride of 
the Border, the relationship between these dogs is very 
near. Rock resembles Fairy very closely, their heads, ex- 
cept in point of size, being nlmost identical. Mr. Adams 
has also another fine one in Duke, one of the Field Trial 
strain, by Mr. Llewcllin’s Prince (who was litter brother to 
Daisy, mentioned above), out of Dora, own sister to Dau, 
who was a cross between the Gordon and South Esk or 
English setter, being by Mr. Barclay Field’s Duke, out of 
Plimhe, as mentioned above. Dora was nlso exhibited at 
Springfield. 
“GUESS,” THE GREAT TRICK DOG. 
_ „ SrmuoFiELD, Mass., May 3. 1875. 
Editor Forest and Stream:— 
Enclosed you will find a likeness of tho noted bull terrier trick dog, 
Gueis, owned by Geo. \V. Rice, of Springfield, Mass., who received two 
premiums at the Bench Show of Dogs held at the city of Springfield 
laid week; one as the best dog In Ills class, and tbo other a* a gratuity 
by the Judges for his many and difficult tricks performed . Guess is now 
live years old, and ha* been, from a pup, a dog of wonderful intelligence, 
lie was pronounced by Mr Knymouil nuil many other* as being tbe 
ino»t wonderful dog of bis breed that they hud ever seen, lie was ex 
lilbltcd each afternoon and evening, nnd was the centre of attraction In 
the hall He performed some twenty different tricks— jumps 7f t . j 
In mid nir, taking n cloth from the pole; balances bltuself on a broom 
bundle, und many other difficult feats. He Is out of "To” Coney » Import- 
ed Policy anil Nan, Springfield, Policy and Rosa. Respectfully yours, 
O. 
HUNTERS AND THEIR DOGS. 
Editor Forest and Stream:— 
We have often wondered over the strong love of the sportsman for Ilia 
dog; but one great reason of this Is tho remarkable Intelligence and sa- 
gacity of that animal, We speuk of the pointer and setter, for our hunt- 
ing Is mostly done with these, nnd the luttcr I* preferable because tho 
most hardy, and wo believe ho it tbo mout Intelligent These are our 
bird dogs, and of them wo con speak from our knowledge and observa- 
tion. There is In both hunter and dog a lovo for the sport l hot cannot 
bo realized by those who have not known the feeling. Our own getter is 
nlmost wild with delight over a gun, and begs with the earnestness of 
an adept at the business to be allowed to go out for a hunt. But what is 
curious, she knows well of whom to ask tho favor If a Indy pick* up 
tbe gan nnd a-ks, "Fan, do you want to gil" she turns Indifferently 
away, and seems to say, “I know you nro fooling me; I never go hunt- 
ing with ladles." But when her master, or any gentleman of lior ac- 
quaintance takes tho above urticlo lu hand, she harks, Implores, nnd 
nlmost runs wild over the mutter. There is no occasion to ask would aha 
II ko to go, for her actions show tho fact plainly enough for all to see. She 
Is intelligent to an astonishing degroo, and comprehends our meaning 
when wo address her ns quickly ns a child. At one time, after we had 
spent the day in the Helds, we found our dog missing, and looked and 
culled in vain; she did'nt return, and we retired to our couch nnxious 
and sorrowful. The following morning the search was renewed, bnt It 
was in vain until wo reached the stream that flows near the old homo- 
stead, und there in the old boat, whore we hud left several articles and 
one or two dead birds, was Fun, who had faithfully watched through the 
night over the boat and its contents. The good brute was called away, 
nnd bad a sumptuous breakfast us u reward for her fidelity. She i» us kind 
ns intelligent; our little two year old boy could tell you that. lie rides 
upon her back, pulls hor cars and tail, kisses her nose, scolds, beats und 
plagues her, and yet wo have never known Fan to givo one dissenting 
growl. It is her master’s child, and she is in duty bound to obey his 
bidding. Thus she seems to think, for she allows no other children to 
trille with hor. She is not cross with them, but gives them wumiog that 
it is best to keep at n distance. Her passion for burning is tbo strongest 
we have ever seen. On the day after she became mother to a whole 
group of promising little oues, she begged with a piteous air to bo al- 
lowed to go out for u while, and said, almost as pluiuly as words could 
say It, "lam sure the babies can be left u bit, when the sport is so fine 
nnd the snipe so plenty." Her love for her master la marked; one word 
of approbation from him sets her heart in u flutter of delight, und makes 
her whole body quiver with pleasurable emotions. 
Setters are generally thus intelligent. We have known many and hnvo 
marked the difference in disposition; some are timid to a fault, some too 
bold und venturesome, some sly und tricky, while others nre all that we 
could wish in a huntsman’s dog. But in this matter much depends on 
training. We have henrd a gentleman remark, w ho has had much ex- 
perience with both (logs nnd horses, tliut "it is easier to breuk the latter 
than tbe former." Bqgiti in poppyhood, use patience, firmness nod judg- 
ment, and you can make your dog what you desire as a hunter. Tho 
love he lin* for you cannot fail to inspire lore In return. The genuine 
sportsman always looks upon his dog with especiul favor— yes, with pos- 
itive love. It is truly with him, "love me, love my dog," and often ho 
would rather have you speak disparagingly of himself than his favorite. 
The dog’s reputation must not he touched; his good name must be kept 
unsullied. A hunter’s face will gleam with pleasure at the praises lav- 
ished upon his dog, and he will reply by recounting its virtues. "I can't 
bear that man." said one gentleman, when speaking to mo of another. 
“And why?” was asked. "Oli, lie spoke so meanly of ray Dash. I 
would rather he had spoken Illy of myself," was the sincere answer. You 
will this feeling common with hunters— touch his character rather 
than Ids dog’s. One poor brute, who was superannuated on account of 
age, would beg to bo allowed to go to the fields, when his poor old legs 
could scarcely curry him there, und so dry was he for sport that he 
would point a chicken, a pigeon, and even n cat. This was very nmns- 
Ing, for scarce a muscle of his body would move, and it was always dif- 
ficult to call him away or direct his attention elsewhere. 
We would speak more at length upon tbe subject, but our editor likes 
short articles. p 
DO G FAR ES. 
Jersey City Heiohts, N. J., April 30, 1875, 
EoiTon Forest and Stream:— 
In your issue of Feb. 25th, is a letter from Mr. Theodore Grey, con- 
ductor ou tho Pittsburgh, Fort Wayne and Chicago Railroad, stating 
tlmt the tariff of charges for transportation of dogs on that road is much 
less tbau oue ceut per mile, nnd that tbe baggagemen were whole-souled 
fellows who would take charge of good dogs for nothing. My experi- 
ence with them is different. On Thursduy, Dec. 5, 1672, I took the 8 55 
A. M. train from Mansfield, Ohio, to Nevada, a small station on the P. 
Ft. W. & C. Railroad, und on Saturday, Dec. 7, took the 4.18 P. M. train 
for Mansfield. I had with me Sir Frederick (setter) and Bruce (pointer) 
both by the dogs imported by the late Sir Frederick Bruce, and presented 
to mo by Dr. A. U, Strachan, and I also had Mr. Salt- 
erthwnite'B Grip, by his dog Flash. Tho distance between 
Mausfleld and Nevada Is thirty miles, and each way I was charged 
fifty cents for each dog, and was not allowed to carry my gun in tho 
passenger car, but hud to pay fifty cents to have that carried In tho bag- 
gage car, making four dollars for sixty miles. I do not know bow tho 
baggagemen on that road treat through passengers, but complaints of 
their extortion by parties living on tbe line of the road did not show my 
case to be an exception. Should any one Mr. Grey was acquainted with 
get on bourd bis train with a gun that was not in a case, would ho not 
make them take It in the baggage car, for which the baggageman’s 
charge is twenty-five cents for carrying it, even between stations! I un- 
derstood from Mr J. Morris, tho ugent at Mansfield, that it was tho 
company's orders not to allow guns in their passenger care. The roads 
mntiing out of Jersey City carry hundreds of guns in tho passenger curs 
every season, anil there is no record of any accident or premature dis- 
charge; neither have I heard of or seen a car damaged by currying n 
gun. I sec that the Atlantic nnd Pacific R. R. also charge for carrying a 
gun. Would it not be well for sportsmen traveling on these roads that 
charge for a gun, to take with them a Saratoga trunk, us that would bo 
carried/f-M, while a gun, that can be carried in one band und does not 
occupy more room than a valise, must be paid for? Those railroad* that 
claim to be doing so much for sportsmen by carrying their dogs at ono 
cent per mile, nre not doing half ns well ns the baggagemen on the Erie, 
who charge only two dollars to Buffulo or Dunkirk- 159 miles— lees than 
one-half cent per mile, and they don't charge for carrying a gun. Mr. 
Grey seems to think a dollar but little; but at the rate of four dollars 
for carrying your gun and dogs sixty miles, to say nothing of your own 
expenses, it will certainly take more than most sportsmen can afford. 
I agree with Mr. Grey, that the baggagemen should Imve the dog fares; 
it Is a small mutter to take it from them, being about the only perquisite 
they have. 1 have found baggagemen about like other people; if any 
difference, it is in favor of the baggagemen, but those on the P. Ft. W. 
& C. K. R. can take tho cup for extortion. 
Messrs. W. H. Marshall and L. H Oatman, of Rochester, seem to 
have hud about tbo same experience ns I had; but, Mr. Editor, you seem 
to think they were swindled prior to 1800. I have given dates and trains, 
so there is no mistake, having taken them from my memorandum; 
neither can Mr. Grey contradict It. \y. j? steel. 
—“Pete,” the black pointer owned by G. A. Strong of 
West Meriden, and to whom was awarded the pistol pre- 
sented by 1). U. Wesson to the best pointer at the Spring- 
field show, is said by competent judges lobe the best point- 
er in America. Gentlemen who were present nt the Mlno- 
olasliow will remember his sire, “Old Phil." 
