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FARM FOR SALK— In the valley of Delaware River, between 
Dingman's Ferry and Water-Gap, on the stage turnpike, midway 
between Port Jervis and Stroudsburg. It will be sold on easy terms, 
or exchanged for a smaller farm. It contains 143 acres besides 
Squirrel Island in the Delaware, the best woodcock ground in the 
Slate. There are 40 acres of valuable timber and over lOO acres of 
alluvial flats which never overflow. It is the centre of fishing and 
shooting grounds, with a trout stream on the farm, river fishing and 
good shooting all around. Good farmer's buildings, orchard and 
ga'dens. Crops may be seen on the ground, and will be included 
with the stock and implements if desired. Farm unincumbered, 
and within 100 miles of New York. Apply to Genio C. Scott, 615 
Broadway, New York. • 
FOR SALE — One of 'W'.'NV. Greener’s extra fine treble 
wedge fast Breech-loaders, ten gauge, weight 10 lbs., 
laminated steel barrels, cost $290 ; as good as new ; 
will sell for $200, with implem^ts. Address THEO. 
OBRIG, 80 Broadway, New York City. 
THEI]llEllTL0ND0NJUNTRIil[,l875, 
W. W. GREENER begs to inform his numerous clients in the 
United States thut he has been very suc:e8sful in the above triul. 
having secured the first prize, 
A crp, VAZri: 40 Gr/XBAS 
(class 2 for 12 bore); also winner in class 1 for 8 and 10 bores, and 
class 10 for 20 bore. He has won in all the clas es for improved 
boring, which is on a different plan to any other maker, and is far 
superior in the three most essential points, viz.: pattern, penetra- 
tion and regularity of shooting. 
Messrs. McLaran, Williams & Co., of St. Louis, are now import- 
ing those Double (Jlose-Shooting (-^uns to order. A full report of 
this great trial will be shortly published. To be had from Messrs. 
McLaren, Williams & Co. 
W. W. GREENER, 
Champion Gun Maker, 
St. Mary’s Works, 
Birmingham. England. 
STUD DOG. — I will receive a few bitches, of ap- 
proved pedigree, to be lined by ihy imported Irish prize 
winner, Rufus. Rufus is a deep rich red, without white, 
very handsome, and of tirst-class pedigree. He won 
first at Burslem, third at Dublin, and second, at Nant- 
wich, and at Paris, Ky. Now first in his class, and 
champion cup as the best setter of any class at the 
show. Send pedigree of bitch, and apply for terms to 
ARNOLD BURGES, Maysville, Ky. 
SPORTSMEN visiting New York will find first-c'ass 
accommodations at the Ashland House, corner 24th 
street and 4th avenue. The “Ashland” is strictly first- 
class, and kept on both American and European plans. 
The 23d street Cross-Town line, running from the foot 
of Grand street. East River, to 42d street. North River; 
also the new line, running from the foot of 23d street, 
E. R., to 23d street Erie Railroad depot, N. R., all pass 
the Hotel. H. H. BROCKWAY, Proprietor. 
GRAND BEN CH SHOW FOR DOCS. 
Held in connection with the New England and New 
Hampshire State Fair, under the auspices of the New 
Hampsliire Fish and Game League at Manchester, N. 
H., Sept. 7, 8, 9 and 10, 1875. For premium list and 
furlhei particulars address 
GEORGE W. RIDDLE, Treasurer, 
Manchester, N. H. 
SETTERS. 
I have for sale another litter of Setter Pups from my 
celebrated bitch “Sue,” by Mosher’s thoroughbred 
dog “Frank.” “Sue” is out of Warwick’s “Flora,” 
by Charles Aurand’s celebrated dog “ Colonel,” of 
Clyde. N. Y., one of the best dogs in the State. 
“Frank” was bred by Jlr. H. L. Wilkinson, of West- 
field, Mass., and besides being very staunch, and pos- 
sessing a wonderful nose, is one of the handsomest dogs 
that ever pointed game. Color of the pups, lemon and 
white, and black and white. Price $25 each. 
E. E. Phelps, 
Box 1166, Auburn, N. Y. 
The Goss Revolving Cartridge Holder, 
Carries Paper or Metallic 'hells, either end np, revolves on 
centre slides weighs but IX ponnds, and is only IX inches wide. 
Holders flare at top so as to quickly receive the shells, aud, being 
elastic, securely clasp the same. For ease of action and rapid shoot- 
ing it excels anything o' the kind invented. Price, C.O.D., J6.50. 
In ordering, give the size of shells and a loose measurement out- 
side of vest. N. S. GOSS, Neosho Falls, Kan. 
liEORIill I FLOfilUl 
Parties wanting informa- 
l ion about Georgia or Flor- 
ida should subscribe for 
the Morning News, published at Savannah, Ga. DaUy^ $10 : 
Weekly^ $2 i)er annum. Advertisers desiring customers in these 
States should use its columns. It is the best paper in the South- 
east. Specimen copies sent on receipt of 5 cents. Address J. H. 
ESTILL, Savannah, Ga. 
REGULATION TARGETS 
For Wimbledon and Creedmoor practice ; also tafrets 
for RING MEASUREMENT, reduced on paper, so as 
to be used at 25 or .50 yards distance in practice shoot- 
ing. Can be obtained at 
Conlin’s Rifle Gallery, 
980 BROAD’WAY, N. Y. 
No amateur can afford to be without them, as he can 
keep every target and mark his improvement. 
PuiCEs.— Any target for 25 3 'ards, $1 per 100 ; for 50 
yards, from $1 50 to $2 per 100. 
FORW.VKDED BY MAIL t’POX RECEIVING PRICE. 
Travelers’ Official Railway GuiSe, 
FOR THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA, 
Containing Railway Time Schedules, Connections and Distances; 
Ocean and Inland Steam Navigation Routes; Maps of Prin- 
cipal Lines, and Lists of General Officers, together 
with such Miscellaneous Information relative 
to Railway Improvements and Prog- 
ress as may be useful to the 
Traveling Public. 
THE 
HAZARD POWDEIR GO 
MANUFACTURERS OF 
GUNPOWDER. 
Hazard’s “Electric Powder.” 
Nos. 1 (tine) to 5 (coar“e). Uusnrpassed in point of strength and 
cleanliness. Packed in square canisters of 1 lb. only. 
Hazard’s “American Sportlug.” 
Nos. 1 (fine) to 3 (coarse). In lib. canisters and 6X lb. kegs. A 
tine grain, quick and clean, for upland prairie shooting. Well 
adapted to shot-guns. 
Hazard’s “ Duck Sliootlng.” 
Nos. 1 (fine) to 5 (coarse). In 1 and 5 lb. canisters and 6X an<i 
lb. kegs. Burns slowly and very clean, shooting remarkably close 
and with great penetration. For field, forest or water shooting, it 
ranks any other brand, aud it is equally serviceable for muzzle or 
breech-loaders. 
Hazard’s “ Kentucky Rifle.” 
FFFG, FFG, and “ Sea Shooting ” FG, in kegs of 25, 12X and 6X 
lbs, and cans of 5 lbs. FFFG is also packed in 1 and IX lb. c m- 
isters. Bums strong and moist. The FFFG and FFG are favorite 
brands for ordinary sporting, and the “Sea shooting" FG is the 
standard Sifie powder of the country. 
Superior Itlininig and Blasting Powder. 
GOVERNMENT CANNON AND MUSKET POWDER; ALSO, 
SPECIAL GRADES FOR EXPORT. OF ANY REQUIRED 
GRAIN OR PROOF. MANUFACTURED TO ORDER. 
The above can be had of dealers, or of the Company's Agents in 
every prominent ci!y, or wholesale at our office, 
88 tv ALL STREET, XEW YORK. 
lARTON, ALEXANDER & WALLER, 
101 A 103 Duane Street (near Broadway), New York. 
Jlannfactnrers and Importers of 
U^ISKIISTGI- 
Rods, Reels, Lines, Artificial Flies, Nets, Baits, Fish- 
Hooks, etc. 
Split Bamboo Fly Rods and Reels 
OF THE FINEST WORKMANSHIP. 
Tackle suitable for Maine, Adirondack, Canadian and other fishing. 
ARTIFICIAL FLIES DRESSED TO ORDER. 
Bi-eecJi find Muzzle-Load in ij Guns. 
Sportsmen's Goods of all kinds. 
H UNTER’S and TRAPPER’S Illustrated Practical 
Guide to use and care of arms and ammunition; making and 
using traps, snares and nets; baits and baiting; bird-lime, pr^-serv- 
ing, stretching, dressing, tanning and dyeiug skins and furs, fishing, 
etc. With fifty engravings. 20 cents. 
Dog; Trainiu^*— A complete guide to breaking and training 
sporting dogs, how to teach all wonderful and amusing tricks, anec- 
dotes of famous dogs, etc. Illustrated, 25 cents. Of booksellers 
or by mail. JESSE HANEY & CO., 119 Nassau sU, N. Y, 
IMew Trolling Spoon. 
In offering 
this Trolling 
Bait to the 
public the 
manufacturer 
feels confident 
he has brought 
this artificial 
bait to snch perfection that it needs bat a trial to establish its su- 
periority over all others for catching Bass, Pike, Pickerel. Trou' , 
Salmon Trout, Muskalonge, etc. Three sizes made— No. 20 for fish 
under 3 pounds weight; No. 21 for fish under 10 pounds; No. 22 
for very large fish. If not to be found at your fishing tacule stores, 
these spoons will be fonvaraed by the manufacturer by mail. 
Price, $1 00 each. JOHN H. MANN, Syracuse, N. Y. 
SPORTING SUITS. 
COVEY cfe SMITH, 
69 Asylum Street, 
HARTFORD, CONN., 
Offer a line of 
HOLABIRD’S 
Hunting & Fishing Suits 
These suits mclude Coat, with and without sleeves; Waistcoat do.; 
Pants and Cap. Are warranted waterproof, aud the best made in the 
world. We offer them at the very lowest price. Special discount to 
the trade. Will sell any portion of the suit separate. Orders by 
mail promptly attended to. Very respectfully, 
COVEY & SMITH, 
69 Asylum Street. 
W. B. COVEY. E. J. SMITH. 
MICHIGAN 
CENTRAL RAILROAD. 
Detroit to Chicago 284 Miles. 
An important link in the 
GREAT THROUGH LJSE OF TRAVEL 
Between the East and West. 
Parties desiring to visit any part of the West will find this road 
first-class in all respects. 
Cdniftclions are made at Chicago with all the Western Roads. 
HENRY C. WENTWORTH, 
General Passenger Agent, Chicago, Ills. 
W e make no charge for Guns or other ordinary traps for Sports- 
men. Dogs carried at reasonable figures. 
THE ONLY DIRECT RAILROAD from Chigago to 
St. Louis, and Chicago to Kansas City, 
WITHOUT CHANGE OF CARS. 
FIRST-GLASS ACCOMMODATIONS IN EVERT 
THING. 
SPORTSMEN will find splendid shooting on the line of this 
road: prairie chicken, geese, ducks, brant, quail, etc Connects 
direct at Kansas City with the Kunsas Pacific Railroad for the great 
Buffalo and Antelope range of Kansas and Colorado. 
Liberal arrangements for transport of Bogs for Sportsmen. 
JAMES CHARLTON, 
General Passenger Agent, 
Chicago, Ills. 
Tlie 
■Sportsman’s X£oute. 
Chicago and Nortli-Western Railway. 
This great corporation now owns and operates over two thousand 
miles of road, radiating from Chicago like the fingers in a man's 
band: its lines reach in all d.rections and cover abont all of the 
country norih, north-west and west of Chicago. With one branch 
it reaches Racine. Kenosha, Milwaukee, and the country north 
thereof; with another line it pushes throngh Janesville. Watertown, 
Oshkosh, Fond dn Lac, Green Bay, Escanaba, to Nagannee and 
Marquette; with another line it passes through Madison, Elroy, and 
for St. Paul and Minneapolis; branching westward from Elroy, it 
runs to and through Winona. Owatonna, St. Peter, Mankato. New 
Ulm, and stops not until Lake Kameska, Dakota, is reached; an- 
other line starts from Chicago and runs throngh Elgin and Rockford 
to Freeport, and, via the Illinois Central, reaches Warren, Galena 
ant Dabnque, and the country beyond. Still another line rune 
almost due westward, and passes throngh Dixon, Sterling. Fulton, 
Clinton (Iowa). Cedar Rapids, Marshalltown, Grand Junction, Mis- 
souri Valley Junction, to Council Bluffs and Omaha. This last- 
named is the “ Great Trams-Continestal Route,” and the 
pioneer overland line for Nerraska, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, 
Montana. Nevada, California and the Pacific Coast. It runs 
throngh the Garden of Dlinois and Iowa, and Is the best, safest, 
shortest and best route Omaha, Lincoln, and other points in 
Nebraska, and tor Cheyenne, Denver, Salt Lake Citt, Vir- 
GiNLA City, Carson, Sacramento, San F’rancisco and all other 
points west of the Aiissouri River. 
See, then, what one Company can do. If yon want to go to Mil i 
waukee, Fond du Lac, Manitowoc, Sheboygan, Janesville, Water 
town, Oshkosh, De Pere, Green Bay, Rlpon, Madison. Baraboo, 
Ean Claire, Hudson, Stillwater, St. Panl, MiuDeapolis, Dnlnth, 
Breckenridge, Morehead, Port Garry, Winona, Owatonna, New 
Dim, Freeport, Warren, Plattsville, Galena, Dabnqne. Waterloo, 
Fort Dodge, Sioux City, Y'ankton, Council Bluffs, Omaha, Lincoln, 
Denver. Salt Lake City, Sacromento, San Francisco, or a hundred 
other northern, north-western, or western points, this grea line is 
the one you should take. The track is of the beet steel rail, and is 
well ballasted and as free from dust as a road can be made. The 
bridges are strong and durable, and all the appointments are first- 
class in every respect. The trains that run over this route are made 
np of elegant hew Pnllman Palace Drawing Room and Sleeping 
Coaches, iuill expressly for this line, luxurious, well- ighted ana 
well-ventilated Day Coaches, and pleasant lounging and smoking 
cars — ail bnilt by this Company in their own shops. The cars are 
all equipped with the celebrated Miller Safety Platform, and patent 
Buffers and Couplings, Westinghonse Safety Air Brakes, and every 
other appliance that has been devised for the safety of passenger 
trains. All trains are ran by telegraph. In a word, this GRICAT 
LINE has the best and smoothest track, and the most elegant and 
comfortable equipment of any road in the West, and has no com- 
petitor in the country. It is eminently the favorite route with the 
Chicagoans traveling west, north, or north west, and is acknowl- 
edged by the traveling public to he the proper line for all points In 
Northern Ulinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Northern Michigan, Da- 
kota, Western Iowa, Nebraska, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, Mon- 
tana, Idaho, Nevada, California and the Pacific Slope. 
TO SPORTSMEN: 
This line presents peculiar advantages. For 
Prairie Chickens, Ducks, Geese 6c Brant Shooting 
^ur Iowa Line to-day offers 
jMore Favorable Points 
than any other road in the country, while for 
Deer and Bear Hunting, and for Brook Trout, Lake 
Salmon, Pike, Pickerel and Bass Fishing 
a hundred points on the Northern and North-western lines of this 
Company will be found unsurpassed by anything in the West. 
MABTIN HCGHITT, Gen. Sup't, Chicago. 
W. H. STENNETT, Gen. Pass. Agt., Chicago 
