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This new rifle is the latest development of the Winchester Self-Loading system, which has successfully stood the test of use and abuse for two years. It can be loadedand shot with great rapidity, and is a serviceable, handy gun from butt to muzzle. The .351 Caliber High-Power cartridge has tremen- dous velocity and energy, making it powerful enough for the largest game.
Circular fully describing this rifle, “* The Gun That Shoots Through Steel,” sent upon request. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. - - NEW HAVEN CONN.
In all ages and among all peoples, pipes have been the subject of ornamentation more or less tasteful, and of design more or less original.
The national pipe of Canada is the which has enormously the biggest sale of any pipe now cn the market. Almost any style you fancy and everyone absolutely guaranteed.
W “if 7 Illustrated book on the history of pipe rite smoking mailed to any address-— FREE.
HEYES BROS., Limited 23 Scott St., Toronte
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Ss S IFLES
For Target and Sporting Purposes
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The best in the world. 303 Calibre, Military and Sporting Patterns.
Special calibres to order.
CATALOGUE ON APPLICATION
ROSS RIFLE COMPANY Quebec
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Small in size. Great in capaeity. 80 to 100 yds. according to line.
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; SG ey for $5. Absolutely the best bait-casting reel made. Free-
Se ae : ~ running and inoiseless. Patent friction device gives any
HE BALD MAN % desired. degree of friction on the spool, overcoming
: @ | chance of backlashing. Adjustable end-plates permit
who wears no TOUPEE or WIG atall is just as ~ handle or click to be placed in different positions. Can much handicapped as the man who wears one of ~ be taken apart in a moment. No screws or small parts inferior manufacture. ~~ to lose. Marvelously perfect in workmanship. Smaller
The Maison, Jules & Charles, have thefam- | and lighter than any other reel of like capacity.
: . a ~ aeore 2, > S ‘ous reputation for making the best TOUPEES . Also Featherlight and Expert high grade single-action and WIGS in America. ~~ epen-frame reels, ranging in price from 5c. to $3.25. All
Every man should read our New Special g& | dealers.
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! ALDNESS, TOUPEES $3 hee ; pale ce EY Sa cae = : - Our booklet, giving valuable information, FREE. Z 66 ~~ We guarantée all our reels (low or high-priced) to be THE MAISON” oe perfect in construction, and will make ears Gf aavi JULES & CHARLES ~ free. No other maker will do this. c : % : 431 YONGE ST-, TORONTO ~ A. F. MEISSELBACH @ BRO., HAIRLENE | gives new lifetothe HAIR Pe 5 Prospect St., Newark, N. J. sf oe
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At Richmond, Va., May 10th, 1907, Mr. G.S. McCarty shooting his ‘“‘OLD RELIABLE” 3 PARKER gun won the Southern Handicap from a field of 100 shooters, by scoring 92 out of :
100 targets shot at.
PARKER BROS., Meriden, Conn., U.S. A.
N. Y. SALESROOMS, 32 WARREN ST. MEST ATTSSTTTTSETISISSSSTSSSTSTSS
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The
Van Horne
Cigar
Sells on its merits, it needs no praise from us, but we want smokers of good cigars to recognize this— that’s why we advertise.
Harris, Harkness & Co., Makers, Montreal
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THE CAPITAL BOAT WORKS "> THE LEADING RACING CANOE BUILDERS OF AMERICA.
Builder and designer of the canoe used by R. Bloomfield in which he captured the Trophy A. C. A. 1904 in the fastest time over a mile course by nearly 1 minute. Designer and builder of the Britannia War Canoe in which they won the half mile C. C. A. Cham- pionship 1906, beating canoes built by Toronto and Peterborough firms. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE SPBVSSSSSVSSSSSVSSVSVSSF ~ SSS FSFPBdSSSVSH SSSFSSESssessessessesesesesesess
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Plugs
Trade Mark Reg. U.S. Pat. Off.
Were Rightly Nam-~ ed in 1902.
No. 4 Separable
Double Porcelain Doub’e Porcelains do
i not break because EritaNet, F.O-5:. iuner heated Porcelain
N.Y., $1.25 Tube and outer Porce- lain Cap have their own contraction and expan- sion. Single Porcelain Plugs are handicapped because contraction and expansion is not unl form and tube either breaks or leaks.
Sta-Rite Joints do not leak. Tension Springs prevent partslocsening No Broken Bolt Heads; they are turned from Solid Bessemer -teel Rods. Sta-Rite air spaces and glazed insulating sur- faces permit perfect ignition in oil and soot. Latest circulars and 25c six inch rule sent free on request. Sta-Rite Mica Plugs $1.50 each.
The R. E. HARDY CO., 86 Watts St. New York City.
JOHN FORMAN, Canadian Distributor, Montreal RICE LEWIS &CO., Toronto.
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LOVERS OF
Fine Fishing Tackle
will find our 1907 stock a marvel of excellence and novelty. We have spared neither time nor expen-e in collecting the best mikes ofall countries and are now prepared to fi!l all orders for
SALMON FLIE:, TROUT and BASS FLIES, FLY RODS, BAIT RODS, ARTIFICAL LURES T\RPON OUTFITS IMPORTED and DOMESTIC LINES and LEADERS
Our famous ‘‘Touradif” Rods have won more prizes in open competition during the past year than any other make. Send forcatalog H.
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH COMPANY 57 READE St, NEW YORK
use
| MENNENS |
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and insist that vour bar- ber useitalso. It is An- tiseptic. and will prre- _vent any of the skin diseases-often contrac- : ted. A positive relief for ‘Sunburn, Chafing, and all afflic- tions of the skin. Removes all odor of perspiration. Get Mennen’s- the original. Sold everywhere or mailed for 25cents. Sample free. Tru Mennen’s Violet (Borated) Talcwm. ‘GERYIARD MENNEN CO., Newark. N. J.
Collan
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is an article that
bOreNS" every sportsman re-
RONG quires. It is abso-
EF/1 lutely guaranteed to
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Sil FOR GUNS, MACHINE
J.R.BUCKELE!
SOFTEN all kinds of
I GDS AGENT-US.AM, SHOES, HUNTING MAMBERS Ste] and FISHING
BOOTS; GUN: CAS- ES. Asarust preven tory and cleaning oil, it has no super- ior. Every gun owner should use it regularly.
Ask your dealer for it or send fifty cents for half pint sample can to
J. R. BUCKELEW
111 Chambers St. New York.
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senate nance
Not One Place, Nor One Country But Three Continents
testify to the reliability, simplicity and durability of Russel Motor Cars. ~
In EUROPE, in AUSTRALIA and in AMERICA
on all sides, Russell Renowned Reliability has become a byword. And this is the car made here, in this country, at your own door.
THE RUSSELL
Built for Canaan Roads on Ganadian Honor
EMBODIES THE LATEST FEATURES OF AUTOMOBILE FXCELLENCE
Metal to metal Disc Clutch,.... Moers hur. otgh: Shaft Drive Selective Sliding Gear Transmission... . -.. Engine Under Bonnet Powerful Double Set of Brakes on rear wheels Nickel Steel in
all Gears and Shafts.
WRITE FOR CATALOG AND BOOK OF LETTERS.
MODEL D.—18 H.P. 2-cyl. Light Touring Car. __,....... CS See eas $1601 MODEL &.—25 H.P. 4-cyl. Touring Car............. Rs eerie 3! MODEL F.—40 H:P.:4cyl. Touring Carat. eee, Sete of Oto
Canada Cycle and Motor Co., timitea TORONTO JUNCTION, ONTARIO.
BRANCHES—OTTAWA. WINNIPEG. VANCOUVER. MELBOURNE, AUST.
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e e Surprisingly Good ¢ for the price. Surprisingly cheap for so good a revolver. The new
& DOUBLE ACTION \\ i REVOLVER ©
is a thoroughly well made, durable and serviceable arm. Light in weight, only ten ounces, and small in size, it is particularly adapted for those who desire a safe and efficient revolver at a moderate price. An ideal noise-maker for the Glorious Fourth. Safe for a boy to handle and has none of the disadvantages of the dangerous toy pistol.
22 Caliber, Seven Shot, Rim Fire, Double Specifications Action; 2%” barrel, finest nickel finish, $2.75 Also made with 4%” and 6” barrel.
The celebrated H & R-Hammerless Revolver, woe. $6.50
For Sale by all dealers in Reliable Sporting Goods. If your dealer does not have it, don’t take any other make—we will deliver one on receipt
of price. Write for Catalog of Revolversand Single Barrel Shot Guns.
HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON ARMS CO., 29: Park Ave., Worcester, Mass.
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FREE SA p LE Marble’s ye ee Oil
The Wonderful New Oil that will quickly clean and absolutely protect fireartus
from the corrosive action of all black and smokeless powders—including Cordite. The formula is the final result of many years of labratory work by Mr. C.I.. Bradley —an expert chemist and a sportsman
I—Saves labor and time by quickly dissolviny the residue of all powders.
2—Protects the arm from the corrosive action of all powders by rendering inert all elements dangerous to the metal.
3—Quickly removesall gum and dirt left by previous use of poor oils.
{—Will not get sticky. Will not gum or harden. Can be safely used in all locks. Chemical tests show that there is no acid in this oil and also that no acid or corros- ive properties remain iu the resdue of any powder after being treated with Mar- ble’s Nitro-Solvent Oil.
5—-Prevents rust by protecting steeland nickel from all adverse atmospheric conditions.
6—Removes rust by destroying the acid condition brought about by the action of water on steet. If used intime Marble’s Nitro-Solvent Oil will prevent pitting.
7—It is an extremely valuable lubricant for high speed, as well as other machinery, mechanisms and vehicles. It weats exceedingly well and prevents wear. Goes farther than any other oil
8—Polishes the stoeks of guns and other highly finished woodwork. Cuts off dirt and grease. Makes scratches and scars almost invisible. Brisk rubbing with the palm of the hand or a piece of flannel wi!l leave a beautiful and lasting Instre Use it
_ou your piano.
It is the greatest oil for typewriters ever put on the market as those whe have usedit are testifying. For quickly removing lead and rust from guns there 1s nothing
that will doit so easily and thoroughly as alittle of this oil ona MARRILK CIKANER.
Two ounce bottle (full measure), postpaid, 25c. (See cut below.)
_ Marbles 56-Page Catalog showing go “Extra Quality’ Specialties for
Sportsmen, and sample bottle Marble’s Nitro-Solvent Oil sent free 1f you mention
this magazine.
MARBLE SAFETY AXE COMPANY E.,
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As a Still Water it has wonderful well- proved Medicinal Value, especially for the cure of Kidney Diseases, Diabetes and Bright’s Disease—for which pur- pose it is only sold in new half gallon bottles.
There is a booklet which tells all about this, which you can procure either from the
BETHESDA MINERAL SPRINGS, Maukesha, Wisconsin, U.S.A. or from MICHIE & CO., LIMITED, Toronto, Canada. As a Sparkling Water in quarts,
pints and splits it is the American Table Water.
For it not only blends perfectly with wines and spirits, but it aids digestion,
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BEST OF ALL
SUMMER PASTIMES
For theearly morning “appetizer” the picnic party, the fishing trip and the innumerable acquatic sports of Summer a good canoe is in- dispensable.
When buying one it pays to get the BEsT. There’s One sure way todo that. Look for this name plate.
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li you desire to make a reputation § as an expert cocktail mixer, buy the & “Club” brand, follow directions, and § ) your friends will wonder where you § gained the art. Many a cocktail you have drunk and complimented your § are peculiar to the ‘old 1¢
host for his art of mixing—the truth # | Write now for fre Ease sais pe
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“This name plate g zuarantees to you correctness
of models and quality” “Old Town Canoe”
| materials are carefully selected and the work- H manship expert from long experience. Both
| f are peculiar to the ‘‘uld fown Canoe.’
. ( ed es boats and yac ende is vou had a « Club Cocktail.’’ it i} = aaitiarse ities Write an for = . . . ca fg merely required a little ice to cool it. You can do it just as well.
OLD TOWN CANOE CO., NO. 68, MIDDLE STREET, OLO TOWN, MAINE- G.F. HEUBLEIN & BRO., Sole Proprietors 29 Broapway, NEw YORK, N. Y. HARTFORD, CONN. Lonpon §&
Lackawanna
MOTORS
ARE NOTED FOR—
Simplicity, Easy Starting and Easy Operating Qualities, Extreme Durability and Economy.
Send for Catalog.
LACKAWANNA MF’G. CO.
NEWBURGH, N. Y.
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FORSH OTG U NS ano RIFLE
DUPONT SMOKELESS
A SHOTGUN POWDER GOOD FOR ALL KINDS OF SHOOTING
“INFALLIBLE” SMOKELESS
The Dense Powder for Shotguns. Always the same in any climate.
“NEW SCHULTZE” and “NEW E. C. (Improved)” BULK SMOKELESS POWDERS THAT ARE PERFECT.
Shells loaded with the above powders can be purchased from any first class dealer in the Dominion of Canada.
E. |. DU PONT DE NEMOURS POWDER CO. Established 1802 WILMINGTON, DELAWARE.
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YOU NEED OUR CATALOGU
In all New York there is no store like this.
Here may be found in endless varlety every
requisite for recreation and outdoor games.
| Supplies for the Camper, the Angler, the
Hunter, the Automobilist, the Bicyclist, the
| Tennis Player, the Seaside Enthusiast, and always at prices that are fair
If you can’t call ask for our free catalogue of new goods, or better still —send 4c in stamps
to help pay postage on our big book of S ing Goods No. 036. GREEN Sa
Saal
Whether you walk for health, pleasure or business—on city’s streets, in the woods, or on golf links it is interesting to know exactly how much ground you have covered. The
American Pedometer
(Carried in the Vest Pocket) regulates to your step and registers infallibl the exact distance. Itis but gee inches in diam eter, Seely See and so simple and sturdy as to be almost indestructible.
10 MILE PEDOMETER $1.00 LOO) iy 1.50 At Sporting Goods dealers. If yours hasn’t {t we willsend postpaid on receipt of price with our guarantee. Write for free booklet’ D. THE AMERICAN PEDOMETER Co., j 902 Chapel St. New Haven, Conn.
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NEW YORK SPORTING GOOD | 17 Warren St. New York
MOTOR BOAT ENTHUSIASTS
should get acquainted with the HI-PO Waterproof Dry Bat- teries immediately. You need have no fear of salt or fresh water in your motor boat if equipped with HI-PO Batteries.
HI-PO Batteries have been—as an extreme test— submerged in water to base of connections for a period of six months and \onger without being affec- ted by action of the water.
HI-PO
Waterproof Dry Batteries
Have greater recuperative ability and are less affected by climatic changes or conditions than any dry battery made.
THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY IMPERVIOUS TO WATER
Every Motor Boat Owner and all others interested in a WATERPROOF HIGHLY RECUPERATIVE DRY BATTERY, un- affected by moisture or climatic conditions should write us. Samples furnished private users at regular price, retail. Write for descriptive circular and full particulars, addressing
LINCOLN ELECTRIC CO,,Cis2") 1 Union Square, New York
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ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA.
Ke
FOR THE
CAMP
OR THE LONG
TRAMP
in winter or summer, nothing so satisfy- ing or so strengthening as
Shredded Wheat
Biscuit and Triscuit. They are ready- cooked, ready-to-serve, and contain all the muscle-making material in the whole wheat grain made digestible by steam- cooking, shredding and baking.
TOASTED TRISCUIT (the Shredded Wheat Wafer) is the ideal food for camp- ers, for picnics, for excursions on land or ° sea. All grocers sell Shredded Wheat.
The Canadian Shredded Wheat Co, Ltd.,
NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO.
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HAVE YOU SEEN
our THREE HUNDRED DOLLAR LAUNCHES? If not you had better not delay having a look at them. They are going so fast that there won’t be one left to look at pretty soon.
JUST THINK
They are 22 ft. by 44 inches, have brass fittings throughout and are equipped with a 2H.P. 2 cylinder BUFFALO MOTOR. This sounds reasonable, doesn’t it ?
JUST A FEW LEFT! WHO WANTS ONE? Merchants Awning @o. Ltd.
GENERAL SPORTS OUTFITTERS,
154 Notre Dame St., West, 229 Notre Dame St., East, MONTREAL.
Canadian Agents for the Buffalo Motors.
Nothing Useless Put In Nothing Useful Left Out
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This accounts for our success.
§ Buffalo Marine Motors are designed and built to give satisfaction azd do it.
Write for 1907 catalogue and get
posted as to new sizes and styles.
2 t0100 H. P.
Our New Slow Speed Engine fills a long felt want.
BUFFALO GASOLINE MOTOR CO.
1218-30 Niagara St. Boe EF A.L’O, N. Y.
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A Canoe That Will Not
a
is a fine thing to have in any family. Just imagine the feeling of security it gives when your loved ones are out on the water longer than you expected, to know
that they have a
hestnut Sponson Canoe
and are absolutely safe.
This canoe will not upset or sink; can be paddled, or fitted with oars and rowlocks; is very handsome, and like all Chestnut canoes, never leaks.
We build the only safe canoe, the best paddling canoe, and the best motor canoe.
R. Chestnut & Sons
FREDERICTON, N. B., CANADA
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This is a mighty capable little rifle as to accuracy and penetration, and has : : in no way been weakened by the Ficaan in w aeiohe nor has acl quality been sacrificed to make the cost as low as it is.
The good old Ballard system of rifling is main- tained here as is the special gun-barre! steel in the barrel. The breech block, receiver and all work- ing parts are made of the J7%r%yq quality of gun frame steel; all working points hardened against wear. The walnut of. stock and sliding fore-end is the best to be had.
Think of a repeating rifle that ee only 3 pounds 10 ounces! And be sure to examine one of
these Marlin Baby Featherweight Repeaters be- fore selecting a .22 for the vacation trip.
The action is on the trombone system and handles the .22 short cartridge but by means of an extra carrier, readily inserted, .22 long-rifle cartridges can be used, thus making this handy little arm a weapon of no mean execution.
We cannot urge you too strongly to look at one of these rifles if your dealer has one in stock. The Marlin featherweight .22 1s a most entertaining companion for the fishing trip, hunting trip or vacation wherever it may take you. The cost is
small, the ammunition is cheap and light to carry, and the fun to be had with one of these rifles is Immense.
Send three stamps for our new catalog. which contains a fuller de-
scription of this rifle and tells of the many other Miarlin guns,
The Marlin Firearms Co., 67 Willow Street, New Haven, Conn.
AUTOMOBILE AND MOTOR BOAT
“STAYS RIGHT THE LONGEST.”
248-250 CRAIG ST. WEST.
Write or Ask for Catalogue No. 25 on Ignition Apparatus.
IGNITION SUPPLIES
Connecticut Spark Coils.
Vulcan Storage Batteries.
Coil Current Indicators. Holley Magnetos and Carburetors.
Battery Switches. Electric Launch Whistles. Ever Ready Dry Batteries. Electric Searchlights. Timers and Distributors.
MICA & PORCELAIN |SPARK PLUGS.
JOHN FORMAN
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES
MONTREAL, QUE
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PALMER MOTORS |
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25 THOUSAND RUNNING 25 STYLES AND SIZES 25 MOTORS PER DAY
1 1-2 to 25 Horsepower; One, Two and Four Cylinder; Two or Three Port; Jump or Snap Spark Ignition; Two or Four Cycle. Send for New 1907 Catalog (R & G)
PALMER BROTHERS
COS COBB, CONN.
NEW YORK, 242 Fourth Avenue
PHILADELPHIA, The Bourse
BOSTON, 85 Union Street
PORTLAND, ME., 48 Portland Pier
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‘Dean’ Candee
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‘The Finish’ Henley Regatta, Aug. 4, '06. Toronto Canoe Clubist, Orillia 2nd. Both ‘‘Dean’” Canoes.
CANOES OF ALL KINDS
WALTER DEAN, TORONTO
LONG DISTANCE PHONE. SEND FOR CATALOG.
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SOMETHING NEW AND PRACTICAL
FROST’S IMPROVED KELSO AUTOMATIC REEL
Capacity roo yards, Case of aluminum, satin finished ; steel bearings; only 7 t-2ounces. Itis both lightand strong. With ordinary care it should last a lifetime. Can use on rod either above or below hand. Guaranteed Price $5.00.
If your dealer cannot supply you, send his name and address to us and we will fill your ord+r through him. The ‘‘KELSO" brand LINES, REELS, RODS, LEADERS, FLIES and HOOKS are as good as can be mide. Manufacturing and Jobbing; Fishing Tackle is our business exc.us- ively; Headquarters for everything required by anglers. Catalogues to trade only.
H. J. FROST & CO. 90 Shambers St., New York
The Victor Motor Marine Engine !:3i'
HE Engine you have been looking for. A Safe, Sure and Noiseless Engine. One that will bring you back.
_ _A new and perfect model, distinctly new and pro- minent features, such as water-cooled bearings, makiu a large saving in grease. The grease being always stiff, makes it easy to keep engine clean.
In the construction of this engine my main object was to build an engine for comfort as well as speed. I consider this engine in a class by itself. No Hot Boxes. Grooved shafts preventing blowing from case. End bearings have half boxes to take up wear. All bearings babbited with the best babbit. Crank pins have centre oilers. Although those are new features of construction yet the engine is as cheapas the cheapest. Iuse only the best materialand
workmanship. Please call for catalogue before you buy elsewhere.
BUILT BY R. S. HILL, 78 East Fort Street
DETROIT, MICH
J. J. Turner & Sons
Peterborough }.«| 4am Ontario
Canada
The largest manufacturers and dealers in Canada of Tents, Flags, Awnings, Waterproof Goods, Life Belts, Life Buoys, Canoes, Row Boats, Oars, Paddles, Hammocks, and every description of camping goods. Cities, Towns and Villages Decorated to order. Note address—
J.J. TURNER & SONS, Peterborough, Out. Write for catalog.
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tm K=W MAGNETO
For Motor Boats and Automobiles
Will fire a thinner mixture and fire it quicker than any other source of current, thereby giving MORE POWER and SAVING FUEL.
Save its cost in fuel in a short time. No batteries required in starting. No governor required.
No sliding contacts.
No moving wires.
No complications.
No commutator.
No brushes.
Runs in high duty ball bearings. Will last indefinitely.
FOR JUMP SPARK ONLY. Belt or friction wheel drive. Abso-utely moisture proof. Base 7 in. x 6 1-2, height 11 in. Will run ia either direction. Weight 22 lbs.
Can reverse 2-cycle engines. Guaranteed against any defect Good at all speeds. for one year.
THE K-W IGNITION CO.
46 Power Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. ALSO MAKERS OF THE ‘‘VIM” SPARK PLUG.
Nicholls Bros., Toronto, Distributors for Province of Ontario.
Jno. Forman, Montreal, Distributors for the Province of Quebec.
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AARAARAA LYMAN’S BOW-FACING ROWING GEAR
Rowing Gear with handle part detached from
- a
the Boatto show the Ball and Socket Joint
Several advantages, vis.: the front view,
bow instead of depressing it, oar out of the way
of hand and eyes in steering, rowing
commended this gear to all who have tried it.
The gear can be attached to almost any boat, and is especially adapted to hunting (indispensible in fishing and all kinds of pleasure
duck shooting), boating.
Send for our catalogue of Rowing Gear, and Rifle Sights.
THE LYMAN GUN SIGHT CORPORATION
MIDDLEFIELD, CONN. U.S. A.
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the in- creased ease and speed in rowing, the rising of the the closing up of the while on the boat, the increased facility in avoiding obstacles, the diminished effort without noise, the better balance and swing of the oars, have
m excepted.
a really costs less than the so-called ‘ ‘cheap’ mi Where is the economyof buyinga cheap engine Be that after one or two sezsons wear has to be mm thrown in the scrap heap?
@MARINE GA SAS ENGINES
Quality vs. Price
The Smalley is not a cheap engine —cheap in a money sense. But it is unquesti > nably the finest marine engine on the market to-day—none It lasts longer than the boat. Therefore — measured per yearof usage per dollar of cost it engine.
From foundry to finishing room the SMALLEY is built in our own plant by skilled mechanics, and out of the finest material money can buy. From base to spark plug it is critically inspected and then tested under full load for forty-eight hours. The price is not as highas the quality. Send for our handsome catalogue today. Address Dept. H.
oN Smalley Motor Co., Ltd., Bay City, Mich, U.SA
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The Smith Gun won the GRAND AMERICAN
You cant miss them with a SMITH.
HANDICAP 1902-1906.
‘Ibe Smith Automatic Ejector fitted with the Hunter One—Trigger won the GRAND EASTERN HANDICAP in Philadelphia rgo6.
The Smith Gun won the SUNNY SOUTH HANDICAP 1907
Send for art catalogue.
THE HUNTER ARMS CO.
FULTON. N. Y.
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STEEL RODS _ $4.60
3-PIECE, CORK GRIP 10-FT. FLY 2nd g [-2 FT- BAIT
Small Profits Quick Sales
For Trial — Send Us
{Sc for an paar pelos ag ras Quality A Flies Re rice, cents. 30c for Aa aia dozen. Quality B Flies
Regular price, 60 cents.
60c fr gassprenennpicde. Quality C Flies
O5c °" Seguisr price, 84 cents, _ Bass Flies
Try Our New Braided Silk Enameled Waterproof
Metal Center Line
Size No. 5, 4c. per yard. Size No. 4, 5%c. per yard.
Put up in 20-30-40-50-100 yards lengths.
THE H. H. KIFFE Co.
523 Broadway, NEW YORK TACKLE CATALOGUE FREE ON APPLICATION.
erfection Marine Motors
THE ENGINE OF QUALITY
F you are looking for an engine that will give you good results it will pay you to investigate the “Perfection,” the best built small motor on the market. Twenty-five years experience in the manufacture of high grade machines has enabled us to produce this engine. Perfect design, proper construction, and hand- soine finish make the Perfection Motor.
| MADE IN ALL SIZES |
The Perfection has few working parts to get out of order, are reversible, and are so simple a child
1g H. P. $35.00 can operate them. Write for Catalog. THE CAILLE PERFECTION MOTOR CO. Lig os hoa erg gee ee 1302 Second Ave., Detroit, Mich.
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Any wear in the action can be immediately taken up by turning compensating screw F slightly to the right (see cut). Pretty simple, isn’tit? Our handsome 1907 catalog A fully describing the many advantages of the Lefever over guns of other manufacturers is yours for the asking.
LEFEVER ARMS CO. syracusg, n. y,, u.s. A.
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WE HAVE A SPECIALLY MADE ARTICLE FOR
BOATS and YACHTS Fresh and Sea Water
2 GRADES OF EACH ALSO PAINTS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS
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Wilkinson Heywood & Clark, Limited Canadian Branch : 300 NOTRE DAME ST., WEST, MONTREAL, FRANCIS C. REYNOLDS, Manager.
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LORETH MUORINE MOTORS &
SINGLE AND MULTIPLE.
“They Make the Round Trip”
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15 ft. GASOLINE LAUNCH COMPLETE $150.00
16 ft. F $200.00 18 ft. eS “ = $275.00 You dont buy an experiment when you purchase one of these launches. _ In dependableness, simplicity of operation, safety, comf« rt, graceful pr portions combined with their handsome finish and general constructional superio rity, they are without a peer among small vasoline launches. Advise us of 5 “quire ntsand we will be ple ased to quote you. Catalogue upon request
McKEOUGH & TROTTER, Limited, Chatham, Ont.
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HICLETS —That dainty mint-covered candy-coated chewing gum. It takes two great big cleanly factories to keep abreast of the still growing demand
for these pearl-like pellets of delight.
Your neighbochood druggist or con-
fectioner can supply you if he will—or send us a dime for a sample packet
and a booklet.
CHICLET PALMISTRY. Look at your hand! shows capacity to command.
A square on the Mount of Jupiter (base of th
ne nrst
If the Head Line {the second line from the base of the fingers running across the palm) is joined by a fork to
ibe Lite Line it means Good Fortune.
y eo oe , ~ - c 7 Woen the Heart Line extends around the percussion (side of the hind) it shows a daring spirit
You can have a Chiclet Palmistry Chart FREE if you cut out this advertisement and mail it to us with your request before the end of the mon‘h.
i FRANK H.FLEER & CO., Inc.
and the
The fishing season is now on well
fisherman who is wise will look to his equipment
The bass is the “gamiest fish that swims” and with the above bait you can have the finest sport with him. Itisa high class bait made with either metal or mother of pearl spinners, mounted with the best swivels, finest quality, steel split rings, very best bronze hollow point treble hooks, all water fowl feathers tied by high class workmen, perfect in every way. Has proven successful in lakes and rivers inhabitated by bass. Sample 50 cents. Money refunded if notas re- presented.
Canadian dealers are invited to write for prices and discounts. These goods are on sale by the Warren Sporting Goods Company, “Toronto, and Watts and Squires, Brantford, Ont.
MANUFACTURED BY
Hartun
Canadian Stamps taken.
g Bros. & Co. 85 Reservoir Ave., JERSEY CITY, N.J.
530 No. 24th St.. Philade
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IT WILL PAY YOU TO
Noise
Flying Grease Extra Help Trouble Accidents Swearing
No
with a Brantford} Launch. Wood or Steel Hulls.
N. R. THOMPSON
BRANTFORD, ONT.
Prices from $165.00 up.
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When your engine starts MISSING “23a Pull this LITTLE SWITCH!
Saves Stoppage Delay Annoyance on
the road
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Don’t stop your motor on the road, pull up this switch and your PLUG will immediately FIRE again.
Equip your boat with the Duplex Attachment. When the engine starts to miss, do not stop it, donot replace plugs
HIGH COMPRESSION ENGINES BOAT ENGINES
—just pull the little : | SOOTING CYLINDERS
switch and your-engine will no longer AND SPLASH LUBRICATION miss a single fire. Fits all plugs and
riakees <eovaneaer pra. | IMPORTED UNIQUE PORCELAINS fis See DUPLEX IGNITION CO. Duplex Ignition Co.,Inc. 1555 Broadway, Circular G, 1555 BROADWAY, Circular R, NEW YORK RRL eee Agents Wanted. = New York City.
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Palmer’s Moo: se Head Brand
a Boots
HIS cut illustrates our celebrated Knee High Sporting Boot with a Sole and Heel, ef flexible oil-tanned leather sewed on by hand. Chis is our leading Sporting Boot and is used largely by big game hunters. Is noiseless, wuterproof and insures comfort on long tramps. Bellows tongue to top and guaranteed waterproof Also made without
sole. Isalso very popular with Miners, Surveyors, Prospectors, Fisher- men, etc.
Made in Men's Write for our new catalcgue of Water- and Women's proof Sporting Boots and Shoe Packs,
JOHN PALMER GO., Ltd.
Fredericton, N. B., Canada. ponte idl eho dates! cetirtid todo aye 2825, HAHAHAHA
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ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA. XXV
THE BEAUDRY MARINE
07 BUILT ON HONOR Embodies all improvements devisable, and is a TYPE OF EXCELLENCE that may in some respects be copied, but which cannot be equalled.
Worth Every Dollar You Pay For Them and More
Cylinders bored and finished by special process, ground piston and piston rings, crankshafts of special .35 to .40 carbon steel, steam hammered, turned and then ground to size. Crank cases of special aluminum alloy.
All Parts Interchangeable a/qeing JSOpW pue jsasuows solysiT
All bearings of ample size, insuring easy running with maxi- mum economy of fuel.
| 1, 2 and 4 Cylinder 4 Cycle 4 to 40 H. P. Larger Sizes Built to Order. Write for Catalog Rand Prices to
Beaudry Gasolene Engine Co.
31 1-2 BLEURY STREET, MONTREAL, QUE.-
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ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA.
Lee and Sargent
MONTREAL
Handle ali Kodak Goods
AS WELL AS THE
Leading Plate Cameras
HOW APOUT A KODAK THIS SPRING ?
Think of the story it will tell next winter, of people met, places visited, the future vears,
good times will stir in that your
memories — it and we will
enjoyed, *‘vamble” ina few years money will not buy
album of snapshots.
02 PERHAPS YOU HAVE A KODAK?
If so,“have you ever been dissatisfied with your results or careless handling of your films? Send us your next lot to develope, print or enlar, will show “knowing
will do inthe way of artistic results.
ENLARGING IS A SPECIALTY OF OURS!
Amongst your photos or films, worth
e from and we you what careful attention and how”
are many
well enlarging or copying and a colored enlargement or print artistically framed makes a perfect
gift,
coloving and
If you want any special little job done,
send it tousand same wiii receive per-
sonal attention.
Write us for any informition.
Lee and Sargent t. West
675 St. Catherine S
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A NEW BROWNIE
PICTURES INCHES
2% X 4%
This uew Brownie Camera loads in daylight for 6 or for 12 exposures, has fine meniscus lens, Eastman Rotary shutter that is always set, three stops, two finders, two tripod sockets and is- perfect- ly adapted to snap shots or time exposures. Well made in every detail.
All Dealers
Catalogues of Canadian Kodak Co. Limited Kudaks and Brownies
atthe dealers or by mail. Toronto, Can.
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The Adams
Catalog for
oy
1S
now ready
It is different from the others. So 1s
the Adams Engine
The Adams Launch and Engine Mfg. Co. PENETANG
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Can You Shave? Rub a little “*3in One’’ on your razor strop till leather becomes soft a | pliable; draw razor blade / mS between thumb and | moistened with ‘*3in One’; then strop. The razor cuts » 5 times as easy and clean; wee the edge longer. “A et Razor Saver for Every Shaver” which gives the scientific reasons, and a S. generous trial bottle sent - free. Write to-day. G. W. COLE Co,
55 New ST NeW YORK
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lt Pays to Learn TAXIDERMY
I can teach you by mail with pe m@ profitable an i fascinating art ofinount ing t and fish by my
IMPROVED MODELING PROCESS
Mm also how to model flowers, fruits ae grasses for dis- play accessories. No poisons, no rs. Anyone of average intelligence can learn to make money at this @ profession, mounting trophies for sportsmen or for m themselves. Competent Taxidermists get from $5.00 to $100.00 each for mounting and earn $3000.00 to $5000.00 yearly. I was formerly Chief Taxidermist of American Museum of Natural History, New York, and now Taxidermist at Stanford University, Palo Alto. Write now for free booklet, and Special Offer. °
PROFESSOR JOHN ROWLEY, Rowley College of Taxidermy and Modeling 500 EVERETT AVE.. PALO ALTO, CAL.
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STAG BRAND ALLCOCK’S STAG BRAND
FISHING TACKLE
(Established 1800)
Rods Our Tackle Reels has been before . Lines ee Flies world for over Hacks 100 years Baits and stood the ee test.
Fishermen can always rely upon Allcock’s Stag Brand Goods. They never fail.
The Allcock, Laight & Westwood Co., Limited
78 BAY STREET, TORONTO REDDITCH, ENGLAND
A SATISFACTORY
DAY'S FISHING IS
ASSURED THE USER OF A
Carlton Automatic Reel.
Every owner of these reels praises them highly. Cana- dian anglers who have not seen the Carlton Reel should ask their dealer to show them one. If your dealer does not handle them, you will confer a favor by advising us of the fact.
Our line consists ot reels adapted to every class of fishing, from the automatic to the light weight trout , reel. rhe Carlton Automatic Reel pe re. increases the sport, but assures the catch after it is once Send for Catalogue. doen. It is almost hnman. The 9 Multiple is an innovation in reel construc- ime tion, the winding spool turning nine times to one revolution of the handle ; and with our patent exten- sion handle, a greatly increased leverage is obtained
| The when required. | Our illustrated catalogue ‘'R. & G."' tells all about
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these reels as well as others of our manufacture. It
sili , - is fiee for the asking if you mention this magazine, William English Canoe Co., The CARLTON MFG. CO,
Peterborough, Ontario. Exchange 8t., - = Rochester, N.Y,
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TheLENOX HOTEL
IN BUFFALO
MODERN HIGH GRADE FIREPROOF UNEXCELLED SERVICE THROUGHOUT
OUR OWN RAPID ELECTRIC CARRIAGES, EXCLUSIVELY FOR PATRONS, operate continuously every few minutes from
Hotel through Business District and to all Depots and Wharves for principal trains and steamers :
EUROPEAN PLAN Rates $1.50 per day and up.
George Duchscherer, - ~- Proprieter.
WE MAKE BOATS that are
Best for Hunters, Best for Fishermen, Steady to Shoot or Cast from. Safe for Wife or Children, will not Puncture, cannot sink. Will outlast Steel or Wood, and carry more load. Made of best canvas, tempered steel frame, with flat bottom. Folds
ws = senate compactly for carrying by hand. Checksas baggage. Every “eee AEE PS mo” one Guaranteed. Safe, Durable and Satisfactory.
Write the ‘‘ Sonne” Awning, Tent and Tarpaulin : > Sate fieniassn direct jor Cataloy A. Life Saving Folding Canvas Boat Co., Kalamazoo, Mich.
EVERY AUTOMOSILE and MOTOR BOAT OWNER should have a
Duplex
Plug Attachment
Then when your plugs starts missing no need to stop your motor—just pull the ‘littleswitch. The device fits any plug and protects it from riin and water splashes.
In exchange for THREE SUBSCRIPTIONS to ‘ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA’ we will send one of theSe Duplex Attachments. Cost $2.50.
Only a limited number on hand, so send in your three subscriptions NOW.
For full particulars regarding this contrivance, address DUPLEX IGNITION CO., 1555 Broadway, New York
:
Wenz & Mackensen VARDLEY, Pa.
Agents for Julius Mohr, Jr., Ulm. Germany. Exporter of all kinds of Live Game, Wild Anim- als, Fancy Pheasants, Ornamental Waterfowl, Fancy Pigeons, etc.
Pheasants: Ringnecked, Golden, Silver, White, Reeves, Amherst, Versi-color, Elliot, Soemmering,, Impeyan, Peacock, Argus, Melanotus, Satyr, Tra- gopans, Prince Wales and others. Swans: White, black, black-necked, and Bewick, Fancy Geese’ Ducks and Pigeons, Peafowl, Flammingoes, Cranes, Storks. Game Birds: Quail, Partridges, Black Game and Capercailzies. Deer: Red Deer, Fallow, Roedeer, Axis, Japanese, Albino, Gazelles, Antelopes etc. Wild Boars, Foxes, Hares, Rabbits, Squirrels and Ferrets. Bears, Monkeys, Dogs, etc.
Write for Price-list
Uniform Hot Spark
MADE ESPECIALLY FOR . Auto & Gas Engine Work. Manufactured by
CARBONS LIMITED, 73 Adelaide Street, W. : = Toronto.
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“EVER GAMP OUT’ BED
q These cuts show our bed set up and covered by
canvas tent. A netting cover would be same shape
and size. It’s the lightest and most compact,
: Bl and, above all, the most comfortable camp bed yet of- fered. Weighs only seven pounds. With tent and net-
r ting complete, it w eighs only thirteen pounds. —— Quickly set up, easily packed and a handy to tote. You need it. Write
‘ —. now for a book with full descrip- tion and prices.
| GREEN BAY COT CO.,
Department 338. GREEN BAY, WIS.
with mosauito neiiing. tent + Be supports, id |bS.
MADE IN CANADA. Established 1898. BULLETIN SEVEN Describes the
“Onlcan
(MADIGIN PATENTS)
“Oulcan Sparker”
Combination Yacht Lighting and Sparking System. Guaranteed for two years and built for reliable service
The CROFTAN STORAGE BATTERY C0. toronto, Canaca
Montreal and East, John Forman. Winnipeg, Cooper Engine Co. Vancouver, Vancouver Shipyard, Ltd.
No. 305 Six Volt 70 Am p. Hour
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f | The Best is Good Enough. THE
¢ WELLINGTON’ {| FEATHERLIGHT
FEATURES:
Photographic Plates, oe a
Strongest reel made for its
weight.
Papers and Films Cea aie holt
ies == > ae PARTICULARS:
desiring good pictures of their out- also perforated, affording ventilation to line, <9 it is drying
: while in use. Prevents rotting of line and losing your fisa.
ings. Spoo:—Runs easy, large, iast-winding, removable, convenient.
: ; , Click—Adjustable, of -hardened steel, equalled only in mst
Ask your dealer for them or maila | expensive reels. (Beware of ree!s with brass click and e
bearings.)
> ull particulars to the card for full partic : Finish—Nickel or bronze; will not rust.
We guarantees perfect construction and will mak> repairs
(ifany) free. No other maker will. Price: 40-yar1i Trout,
x y , he CANADIAN REPRESENTATIV ES aoe 60-yard Trout cr Bass, $1.(5; 100-yard Bass (tr dlling), $1.75.
All dealers. Look for stamp Featherlight.’’
WARD & CO.
i3 ST. JOHN ST. MONTREAL
Tilustrated booklet all about reels, free on request.
A. FE. MEISSELBACH @ BRO.,
5 Prospect Si., Newark, N. J.
Miaterial—The Best. : Made in England and used by all Frame and Reel Seat—Made of one piece: durable. Frame
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reveals the man—deter-
mines the kind of fish he
is likely to take. To
capture fish that fight—
the other sort don’t count
—you need a good rod,
strong, yet willowy, light and responsive. It ought to be neat, compactly built, long lined. But all this is a round- about way of saying “BRISTOL.”
Guaranteed for three years—look for our trade- mark on the reel seat. Illustrated Catalog free. THE HORTON MFG. CO,
32 Horton St. Bristol, Conn., U. S. A.
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“OFF THE GROUND.” ti ae aw
Just climb up your little ladder, go to bed like other folks, and
when you rise, you are as fresh as the morning glories, with
an appetite ready for a good breakfast. When you go hunting
in the Fall, take a “ SUSPENDED ” and pitch it high up in the
trees. Game will come around you, as it is a fact, that game
does not look up for the hunter, neither do they scent any danger in the boughs of the trees.
With a “SUSPENDED” you do not have the worry of tent
stakes pulling up, the wind blowing your tent down, sleeping
in a mud puddle, or rheumatism, with that creepy, crawling feeling that comes over you ‘in the night.
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We can tell you more about itif you will write for eur Twenty page catalogue. It will tell you ALL about it.
SUSPENDED TENT CO.,
418 E,. 43rd Street, CHICAGO, Ill. Dept. A.
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Vol. 1X No. I
ROD AND GUN
and Motor Sports in Canada
The contents of this magazine are copyrighted and must not be reprinted without permission.
Contents for June, 1907.
Rod and Gui's Birthday 3 Canoeince ak: th. North... - 5 How a Deer Got Caught... ae 5 ios a hs seat oe Oe 10 Our Yachting Cruise in the Georgian Bay: The Log of the **Wego.” Tamarac BF i Rn ace Mi 1] A Day’s Fishing in British Columbia. P. E. Bucke a6 ls A Day’s Duck Shooting on the Mirimichi, N. B. W. HL. Fitzmaurice 16 Mysteries of the Caribou. Dr. W.L. Munro. Is
Fishing on the Kootenay Lake, British Columbia. Fred J. Saminond — 20 Shall the Dog be Prohibited in Deer Hunting?’ Ernest J. McVeigh = 22
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Canoeing.
BY -R.-L.
TO the heart of the true Canadian, | Canoeing is as dear as_ his ™ apple pie and this is saying a very great deal. The comparison may be a trifle strange and far fetched, but nevertheless it is true and after all that is what counts in comparisons.
There is such a world of pleasure in ‘‘paddling your owncanoe,” in wielding the power which runs your craft yourself. True—the throbbing rush of the motor boat is fascinating but then its noisy kingdom is confined more or less to deep waters—usually far from shore and the ‘‘launches” (if such they may be called) know not the glowing pleasures and heart throbs contained in our stout little friend the graceful cedar canoe.
Everyone knows that captivating, itch- ing impulse which seizes one towards the end of March. The river is still closed up—a winding twisting mass of glowing, sparkling ice—but from the many boat houses come the familiar sounds of the Spring cleaning. It is almost pathetically amusing to note these signs of Spring as you stroll along the banks.
In front of almost every shack, on stout wooden horses, on boards, and even on the bare ice, a boat of some kind is to be seen, in nine cases out of ten be- smeared in army fashion with the ‘‘nice drabs” and ‘‘heavy greys” which are so dear to the trappers’ hearts. From the darker recesses within, comes the clank- ing, jangling chorus of many steel traps,
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mingled in pleasing confusion, with the sticky odor of tar and paint.
The river may be locked up, the snow a foot deep, but over all the sun is shining withthat vigorous springy attention which he always wears on just such a morning. You can’t help whistling and with that same tingling impulse you turn sharply towards your own boat-house and fumble for your key.
A week later, andsuch a change ! The stretch of dazzling ice is replenished by forty feet of oozing, muddy water, and nothing is left of winter but a scant strip of edge ice clinging pathetically to either shore. You shove off and push slowly up stream, revelling in every stroke, feeling with tingling satisfaction the pleasing ‘‘ezve’’? to your ash paddle and wondering just how fast you could go this season if.you ‘‘let yourself out.” We all know that first paddle. You want to dwell on everything, on all the perfect shadows and even the ever-winding wake you leave behind claims your attention.
And then the joy of exploration moving slowly up stream and pushing the nose of your graceful little craft into everv hidden bay. The springy side of Canoe- ing is certainly a bright one !-
The picturesque but somewhat clumsy birch Canoes are fast disappearing and their places, generally speaking, is filled by our little cedar crafts. The former certainly had advantages, and the men ‘who knew” could turn out a_ very
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creditable piece of work. To sum up the chief qualities of the birch bark, it was very light and fragile as a rule, rather cumbersome and very unsteady. It takes an expert canoeist to handle a birch boat if any sea is running, while a ra- pids is out of the question for all but our expert paddlers. Its thin sides and high bows though greatly strengthened by pine pitch etc. were easily pierced and if run- ning in treacherous water you were usually fairly sure of one swim per trip. So takingit all inall our modern little boat far outclasses the birch affair. Even the Indians themselves have come round and now the bark canoe is almost a curiosity.
In long portages, however there is no getting over the fact that the lightest canoe is the canoe and a featherweight birch craft which you can swing to your shoulders and make time with ease is certainly an advantage.
And here! might say a few words about the care of your boat. Never put your canoe in the water each Spring with- out first giving it a good coating of paint. Above all things don’t simply plaster on layer after layer each year without first removing the old paint. It only means a few hours’ work and if neglected in a few seasons, yourlittle craft will weigh “‘tons.”’ Get a good alcohol lamp and burn the old paint very carefully and slowly away in-
side and out, using a __ sharp putty knife to scrape off the crumbling shavin g's. There’s no denying it —this mean s time and after three or Palme hours’ of ‘*bending”’ your back will com- plain most earnestly . But stick it and
yourcanoe will be just about twice as valuable in every way than if left alone.
Never put paint on a wet boat. If the painting is looked after before the first trip each Spring the wood will be in ex- cellent condition to receive it. In ‘‘hard- stopping” mix your material yourself and do the work carefully and slowly filling every little crack or a trace of one precisely.
Your paddles should be kept well var- nished particularly where the ‘‘blade be- comes handle” as the action of the hand here speedily erases the varnish. If the blade becomes the least bit split get at it at once with a good pair of tweezers and copper wire and ‘‘sew it.”’ In return- ing from a trip of any sort turn the boat over, being sure toget all the superfluous water shipped by the paddle or other- wise washed out. Then if possible have the canoe upside down on wooden horses.
In long trips of several hundred miles through rocky broken country usually there are many portages ; if they are short youare lucky. These same rough portages are the downfall—literally—of many splendid canoes. If you have to make your own way let the man with the pack go ahead—-well ahead and take an axe. The other should carry the canoe and more slowly, a false step in such country often puts you ‘‘up against it.”’
A FOUL.
No matter how short a pull overland is ahead of you always ‘‘lift your canoe;” if you pick up the bow and drag along sooner or later you are pretty sure to regret it. A bunged up boat two hundred miles from nowhere is a most disgusting proposition and the safest way is to avoid all possibilities of such a fix. If you’re on a long portage, fix yourself as com- fortably as possible, balance your canoe steadily on your shoulders and take your
time. The paddles should be strapped securely to the thwarts well out of the way and the canoe to make decent pro- gress, should be absolutely empty.
An ordinary cedar or basswood canoe if well put together, handled decently and looked after, ina general way, with or- dinary care should be perfectly good in every respect after ten seasons’ work.
In our Regattas, at all the Summer re- sorts (which are by the way, becoming
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more ana more popular every year and deservedly too) our canoes are much in evidence. Little fifteen footers strut around among their larger comrades in all the pride and splendor of full war paint. Great awkard War Canoes man- ned with twenty paddles move majesti- cally this way and that while the tiny launches pop in and out creating a mild disturbance wherever they go and scatter- ing like chaff the luckless crafts in their path.
The Sailing canoes with their sheets of glaring canvas flit around and across thesparkling waters and all in all a good regatta makes a very pretty scene. In the paddling rac- es it is peculiar to note the many dif- ferent strokes. The average Canuck swings his paddle with the easy grace of the native. The long, sweeping stroke and _light- ning return are de- lightfully typical and for general pur- poses is away ahead of the short jerky stroke sometimes seen. However the In- dians still stick to this abreviated ac- tion and if followed by a very sharp re- turn it is effective in running small courses.
over A sailing canoe if properly rigged out isa very desirable article and really canoe sailing is almost an art. Good pie boardsthough not a necessity area great alvantage and a three inch wooden ceel wi e matters a grea al. keel will help tt great deal
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Eighteen feet is a splendid length. Give your craft lots of beam and build her deep. Itis a matter of taste whether
you close up your boat Rob Roy fashion Or not but if you cover it in lot of
you losea
space and for general purposes
SWINGING ROUND.
good long decks are all that is needed._ Above all things don’t try to make your boat carry too -much sail. Skilfully handled a small sheet will do won- ders and if you strike a heavy wind you must have your sail thoroughly under your control or a swim may be the result.
Have everything running smoothly and the reefing cordage always in condition. Never sail without a paddle or so in the boat for if the wind should die down you're ‘‘up against it” and a rudder or thwart is a poor thing to make the shore
with.
For cruising you want a good length serviceable canoe built as light as is wise to stand the bumps and scratches which it is the lot of
cruising canoes to put up with. An eighteen foot boat
is here away ahead of the smaller crafts and is the oneusually used. Two men can make much bet- ter time in a larger
canoe. In long trips the backing and balancing of the
canoe is an art and no matter how light the boat, it soon at- tains double its weight, or seems to.
I have seen some men who could pack in one boat and have ‘room to-spare lug- gage which novices would have difficulty to get in two. The great secret of all these trips is to ‘‘go light’ and the more trips the canoeist takes the less he brings with him each year. Atthe end of every season he finds he can easily do without some little article which perhaps he has lugged with him for half a dozen years without using. Manufacturers are now making every- thing in the campers line as compact and convenient as possible. Condensed
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milk has long been popular and I see now that the Jatest thing out is ‘‘condensed eggs.”
If you cruise alone you can bring the choosing and packing of your outfit down to a science, and I once heard an old woodsman humorously remark that, at a pinch hecould get along with a good knife, a camp pail and an extra shirt. The average camper, however, rarely cuts things quite so close and usually
includes a few luxuries along with the ‘‘bare necessities”
A very important item, often carelessly overlcoked on long trips is the paddle. It is a strange thing that, though many of our Canoe companies turn out boats practically perfect in every detail, the paddles they usually ship with them are abtominably poor and here I might say, that you will never be really satisfied until you turn out your own paddles then
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build them just according to your ideas— the way you think a paddle should be modelled.
You very rarely see two canoeists who agree on this vexed question and it is very seldom indeed that the same style of paddle suits different people. The man with the reach wants ‘‘all handle’”’ with a blade to match and yet you could hardly imagine the same instrument in
the hands of aman _ standing, say, five foot, four.
Again I repeat that until you take off your coat and ‘‘get busy” on your own paddle you will never be quite content. The first article you turn out may bea curiosity but stick to it, get a good pat-
tern and persevere. Sooner or later you
are bound to turn out something which ‘fits you down to the ground.”
How a Deer
B7WE correspondent writes from Parry Harbor, Ont. :—‘‘We hada peculiar experience during the course of our hunting trip last year which may interest many ofyourreaders. At the beginning of the season our party numbered eight all told, and we had such success that six of our friends returned to Uncle Sam’s do- mains on November tenth. The two who were left decided to remain for the bal- ance of the season and have some duck shooting. On the last day of the open sea-
son, accompanied by ourguide, Jack Millar” from the Parry Island Reserve, we went over to Franklin Island which we had before visited and where we had met with tolerable success. We were very desirous of completing our legal limit before breaking up camp and had de- cided that our best chances of success in that endeavor was to again try our luck on Franklin Island. During the day wesaw several deer and tried our hands at long range though in each case the game got safely away. We had al- most reached the end of the island when
in passing a small ‘lake our dogs began to give tongue. They ran for a_ short
distance and then appeared to cometoa stand barking hard all the time. The guide went to see what possible sort of animal our dogs had treed, and ina minute or two we heard him calling to us to go over and see for ourselves. We
hurried over the ridge and down the slopeon thefurtherside to a thicket where the dogs were still barking lustily. We had to make our way into this thicket betore we could see what had happened.
The sight that then met our gaze caused
us considerable astonishment. We found
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the guide holding by the eara fine year- ling buck which was suspended by the strips between twotall whitewood trees, his front feetjust reaching the ground. About four feet away was a fallentree. After a full examination of the ground and thorough discussion of the position in the light of our experience and what we saw we came tothe following solution ofthe
mystery :—Our dogs coming suddenly —
upon the deer and causing it a great fright it was bounding off when it found this fallen tree across its path. In leaping over this obstruction the deer alighted fairly between the two smooth trees. Its head and front quarters must have enter- ed the opening at its widest part which measured only ten inches. The hind quarters had caught between the trees and the more the animal struggled to free itself the further down it sank until
release was hopeless, it being sus- pended by its hips. We bled it and afterwards lifted it up and out of the
opening at the place where it had enter- ed. Indeed this was the only way we could get the animal loose, Now I have hunted deer for many seasons and got them in some very peculiar places. Never before however did I find one suspended between two trees and still alive. To our great regret the camera had not been taken with us on that day or we might have obtained a picture that would have been well worth preserving. There were three of us who witnessed this in- cident and it may well be that some of your readers could tell us of instances ‘of deer being ‘theld up” in equally strange fashion. Curious, and even astonishing things do occur in the backwoods.”
Our Yachting Cruise in the Georgian Bay. The Log of the “Wego.”
BY TAMARAC,
aw consisting of Captain George Dunn ; Matt Kennedy, Jr., First Officer ; Al Rutherford, Purser ; Fred Rutherford, Fat Boy ; Ed. Miller, Wheelman ; C. Pearce, Wheelman ; Art Torrie, Skipper of Dinghy ; Ed. Rive, Bob Telford, Jack Ballah, Buff Telford, Able Bodied Seamen ; ‘‘Toney” (a span- iel), Supercargo.
July 21st’96. Tuesday--Left Owen Sound at11.15 p.m. under a combination of Canal horse power and white ash breeze which both failed before 12 p. m. when most of the crew retired to downy beds of anchor, chain, axes, stove pipe and any other malleable material that could be found. (This bed prevents all danger of sleeping in. )
Wednesday, July 22nd — All hands aroused at 5.50 a. m. by the Watch sing- ing an original song entitled ‘‘Holy Mos- es, ain’t it cold out here?” The aforesaid song also had the effect of conjuring up a violent thunder storm accompanied by the sweet refreshing rain and followed by a favoring breeze from the S. W.
Reached Cape Croker at 11.30. Here the canvas was stowed and the anchor dropped in order to satisfy the inner man. Resumed our voyage at 12.30. The wind having freshened,canvas had to be reduc- ed and the Dinghy was taken aboard and the course laid for Wingfield Basin. When about four miles off the basin the centre board was broken by a squall from the North West. Thus crippled it was impossible to make the Harbor and it was decided to run before the wind for Lion’s Head. The mainsail was taken off and as no one on board could bear to be idle the men off duty improved the shining hour by casting up accounts. The supercargo seemed to havea particu- larly bad conscience and exhibited a dis- position to leave the ship but finally de- ciding to heave to, he took up his posi- tion on the lee quarter and relieved his feelings like a man.
At 5.30 p.m. all hands were busily en-
gaged in making things snug for the night. <A shanty uninhabited (at least to the naked eye) was taken and after a supper of nothing but substantials the party stormed, the town with music leaving the Captain and Buff to guard the ship. At 10.30 the musicians returned and made beds in the shanty leaving the guard on board sound asleep.
Thursday 23rd—Weather fine, wind strong, Westerly, Buff up first. All hands in the shanty rudely awakened by the aforesaid animal kicking in the. door
at 9.30. Matt Kennedy elected cook. Breakfast — porridge, eggs, potatoes, toast and coffee. General orders that
belts must be worn till after breakfast.
Unshipped centreboard and found it necessary toreplace four planks. The remainder of the day was spent in black- smith and carpenter shops making re- pairs and here the first fish was captured, Ballah taking a very fine Pickerel. Re- pairs to the centre board were completed at6 p.m. Then supper was disposed of and having received a pressing invita- tion to make ourselves at home inthe parlors of the Royal Hotel we took ad- vantage thereof and had a very pleasant evening, Patsy and Bobby taking their watches at the piano without a whimper.
At eleven o’clock beds were made and arrangements were made with the Captain ofthe Tug Rover fora tow to Dyer’s Bay. Allhands slept on board except the Captain and Buff who seemed to think the Dock preferable.
Fri. 24th—Left Lion’s Headat 2 p.m. in tow and reached Dyer’s Bay at5a.m. The Tug Rovercarried some ofour fairentertain- ers of thenight before and of course some ot our crew deserted the yacht during the run from Lion’s Head to Dyer’s Bay. After carrying the ladies’ baggage up town it was decided to climb the Heights and inspect Gillies Lake. This is a pretty little stretch of water about two miles long, and at an elevation of two hundred and eighty feet above the level of the
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Georgian Bay, has no apparent inlet yet is in some parts bottomless. The purser having taken some views of the lake and it still being before breakfast we made haste down the rock sometimes walking and sometimes sliding till once more the white wings carry us on our way to Wingfield Basin. This time we are more successful aud at 8.30 a. m. we are in that sailor’s home all ravenous. After breakfast we join forces with the crew of the Steam Yacht Minneola and being filled with contentment and breakfast the camera fiend is permitted to do his worst without protest. The wind being light and almost dead ahead we concluded to rest. Swimming, fishing, and cards were the pastimes. The wind freshening we held a Council ot War arid decided to start for Half Moon Island. Cleared the Basin at 3 p. m., Wind Westerly— Close haul reached Half Moonat 6 p.m., dropped anchor and went ashore to ex- plore the island. This isa small cresent shaped island, hence the name Half Moon, inhabited only by gulls. Sever- al youngsters were captured and inspect- ed, then liberated. Nothing else to be seen we set sail for Club Island. After a pleasant run of two hours we reached the harbor passing Lonely Island on the way. The Tug Mizpah with a gang of beach combers were the only occupants of Club Island Harbor and we were much pleased to meet a number of friends among them. While the Cooks prepared supper the remainder of our party took possession of the best Shanty for the night. Wehad not had a meal for ten hours and were very ready for supper. The skipper permitted the belts to be taken off before the attack and it was found useless to try to put them on again till morning. Our friends from the Miz- pah paid us a visit after tea and a musi- cal evening was the result. The curtain fell, the band played Home Sweet Home —then a free fight for blankets and all hands retired at 11.30
Saturday 25th — Frozen out at 7.30, Breakfast over at nine. Patsey Kennedy borrowed a gun from wheelsman Pearce warranted to kill on sight and sallied forth to replenish the larder. Presently a hare presented itself as a sacrifice but the gun was shy and wouldn’t go off.
After waiting for a second attempt the hare left in disgust. So did Patsey talking vio- lently to the weapon as he went. The anchor was weighed at 10.45 a. m. and with the wind on the port quarter, we made for Killarney, losing the dinghy twice and finally having to take it aboard the yacht. ;
The Purser got the idea that his trous- ers should be whiteand that they were not, set the crew an example by washing the said garments then spreading them on the cabin roof to dry. It being necessary to replenish the bread locker at Killarney the Purser had to go totown. The skipper of the Dinghy was determined that no dishonesty should be practised in the Purser’s absence and very kindly printed the owner’s name across the Ducks just where we usually look for a vessel’s name and to prevent further complications add- edthe directions Starboard and Port. Letters were sent home from this point and some other places were notified of our whereabouts.
We had no desire to spend Sunday in Killarney so put out for Collins Inlet at 5 p.m. Made the entrance at 5.45 p. m. and were one and all delighted with the scenery which is such that it would be useless to attempt a description of its grandeur. The Inlet is simply a channel between Phillip Edward Island and the mainland with a length of about twenty- five miles and varying in width from fifty yards to half a mile and the visitor pass- ing through is treated to constant change from entrance to outlet. In some plac- es the rocks rise almost perpendicularly from the water’s edge to a height of three hundred feet while in other parts the shore is terraced with that most substan- tial material the Laurentian formation, but we only waste time in attempting a description. At 7.30 having a strong inclination to meet around the board, a good berth was selected and lines made fast. All hands turned loose after blue berries which were very abundant as was proved by the mottled appearance of the one time white duck trousers.
Some of the party made a trip to the highlands and after a hard climb reached the highest point in the vicinity and were rewarded by a view of the Georgian Bay (proper)on one side and the Killarney
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mountains on the other while numerous little spots of silver and gold in the dis- tance indicated the location of the many little inland lakes.
After sundown and supper a bonfire was built and then the inevitable concert. Acouple of settlers paid us a visit and loaded us with the usual deer and fish stories. Of course each listened and ‘‘with a smile that was childlike and bland” thought to himself ‘‘the first lar has no show here.”
Prepared for bed at 12 p. m. A mis- understanding arose as to ownership of bedding. This was finally settled, Torrie looking very carefully after the interests of the cabin passengers.
26th—Still at the same berth ; up at 8.45 all hands enjoying the holy quiet of the Sabbath Day. The fish crowding us most fearfully a pike at last came aboard and no one had the heart to put him out, and then the snakes became so familiar it was decided to put a stop to such Sunday visiting. A fence was built around the boat to keep them out. Some person or persons here improved the shining hour by carving names on the face of the cliff with our sharp axe. Thisin- formation was obtained fromthe axe. And for the first time we discover that we have one or two forcible speakers in Our number. Patsy says he pushed Buff’s whiskers ; Buff sayshe dragged them, while the whiskers themselves proved an alibi.
Had an elegant swim and thus pre- pared, thought it the best to proceed down the Inlet and attend Church at the Mills Mission Station. Set forth at 3 p. m.and called at Horton’s Dock for milk. While we waited the two wheels- men made themselves agreeable to the fair Miss :
Reached the Mills at 6.30. Landed to make inquiries about the service and saw the first big game, a captive moose. Such members of the crew as were off duty attended service and on their return brought the minister with them. Hada beautiful supper followedby aSacred Con- cert (great applause from over the river.)
Retired at 11.30. Buff and Buster leav- ing the usual without
KESt = as any blankets. Monday 27th — Upat 8a.m.; had
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breakfast ; cleaned up the ship which required it justas much as Bufl’s pants and accordingly they too came in for a scrubbing. Got under way at 9.30; after about an hour’s run the channel became very shallow and as a last resort the ship tried to knock one of the rocks outof the way. The only result we were hard aground and only succeeded in floating the boat by throwing the portly Buffalo overboard which gave the desired relief. Passed. Beaverton at 11.30; heard a thunder storm going on across Philip Edward Island. This we escaped and landed at twelve. Hada duck hunt and dinner here and found blue berries in abundance. After dinner all hands took part in a stone throwing competition which was not decided as all were handi- capped by aheavy dinner. The members of the Telford family showed a fondness for the water which was quite unsuspect- ed by the rest of the crew. The doctrine of complete immersion advocated by Patsy took hold of the aforesaid young men with such force that they could not wait to stack their duds in the orthodox fashion but just slipped peacefully and noiselessly into the Sound amid the ad- miring shouts of the crew. There being no further reason for remaining longer, sailwas made for Toad Island, a small wooded Island in the Eastern entrance to Collins Inlet. Here we concluded to spend the night. Ed. Rive improved the shining hour by adding two fine crows to our larder. After supper we were joined by a party of fishermen who gladly accepted some tracts and cigars. Turn- ed in at twelve.
Tuesday, 28th—Up at daybreak. Buff and one of the fishermen made a voyage around the Island in the Dinghy and cap- tured fifteen fine pike and pickerel. Had pancakes for breakfast and after the usual delay got squared away for Byng Inlet. Wind light S. W. ; found the channel very rocky, grazing in several places, and at 11.45 were completely shut in by fog. This cleared off after noon. Just before we reached the Bus- tards it was decided to push on to Byng Inlet and after a splendid sail we dropped anchor inside Potvin Island and made all snug for the night.
A tremendoussupper was stowed which
14 was followed by an exhibition of the manly art between the Buster and the Constable which was brought to an abrupt termination by an upper cut from the Buster which started the claret from the Constable’s nasal organ.
The amateurs Arthur Torrie and Ed. Rive next took the platform for a friendly bout dividing the honors very evenly. A chess tournament was the next excite- ment and then bed at 10.30.
Wednesday, 29th—Breakfast at 8.30 ; set sail at 10.30; Wind from S. W. and very light; passed Byng Inlet—
light at 12.00 ; chess tournament con- tinued. At 1.30sighted the remains of
the ‘‘Magnetawan” which gave rise to a great deal of speculation on board. Wind freshening and a good prospect for rain which passed around us and Point Aux Baril reached at 6 p. m. ; met the lighthouse supply boat coming out ; called at the fish station and laid in supplies.
Arthur lost his heart completely to red Tam-o-Shanter anda head of. golden hair, a coy little twist of the head did the deed and as_ we pulled out from the station we had toplace the gritty Torrie in irons to prevent his plunging over board. Mr. Rutherford’s conduct was also somewhat erractic for a married man. Made sail at 7 p. m. and with a light breeze after us made Duke’s Pomt for the night.
After supper the scientific questions of the day were discussed. All hands turnedin at 11.00 p.m. The weather threatening to be bad the deck hands were allowed to sleep in the cabin the head cook hugging up to the foremast and getting his hand in for Midland.
Thursday, 30th—No bread on board, ' had to fall back on the pie (hard tack.) Had a very pleasant run to Parry Sound making the last seven miles in thirty- nine minutes and reaching the dock at 2.25 p.m. All hands but the Skipper and the Bison repaired to the Barber’s shop. Laidin a stock of provisions, bread, meat and apples ; the latter being the first of the season were particularly appreciated. Received a kind invitation to spend the evening with the Postmaster but were unable to take advatange there- of. Closed our visit in Port by a hundred
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yard foot race, Jack winning in the un- precedented time of eight and onesixteenth seconds by the Townclock. Left at 4.30 and entered the South Channel at 4.45 ; passed the construction work on the Arnpriorand P. S. R. R. and let me say - that from this point to Wabuno Island the scenery cannot be beaten in this _ world. The kodak fiend was kept busy till dark. Met the City of Toronto whose Captain (Cameron) very courteously re- turned our somewhat noisy but good natured salute. Reached Sans Soucci at 7.15 and enquired for milk but got none and further more we were not very great- ly impressed by the warmth of the recep- tion extended to us atthis resort so it was decided not to stay. Passed several American Camps and exchanged com- pliments with all within earshot and finally pulled into Wabuno Island, so named after the unfortunate vessel whose bones bleach on its shores. Our landing place was directly opposite a very pretty cottage labelled Camp Pennsylvania. The day being far spent we were somewhat hungry and by the feeble light of a lan- tern preparatjons were made for a gorge. Patsy acting on some one’s advice upset the potatoes into the fire but supper was at length ready and the attack was some- thing fearful to behold. Everything was eaten, the plates licked clean, and then follows the inevitable concert which call- ed forth great applause from our Ameri- can neighbors some of whom joined us later on. Of these we one and all form- ed a very good opinion. Beds were made at 1.20 p.m. and asthe visitors had informed us that there were a few rattle snakes On the Island John insisted on having the gang plank taken on board. Friday 3lst—Up at 7.30; visited Camp Pennsylvania and were shown over the premises. Made our farewells and were under sail at 8.30 with a fair fresh breeze, had an exciting race with a steam launch and as the wind favored us our wings proved the faster and after a clean run we rounded to at the Reformatory Dock, Penetanguishene. Here Buster Jack and Arthur, wishing to renew scenes of younger days decided to visit the Re- formatory and accordingly all hands ex- cept Buff, who was evidently afraid of recapture, marched up,not with the great-
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est assurance it is true. We were met with the usual salutation ‘‘Give usachew!”’ and the echo resounded through the corridors, ‘‘a chew! a chew! Some of the boys bought trinkets from the kids paying for them in trade.
After taking in all the sights around the Reformatory the course was laid for Midland. Patsey putting on his Sunday face was placed under a guard but to no purpose. We lost him immediately on landing and with him all the good clothes on board.
Pearce and Miller as usual distinguish- ed themselves by talking to all the girls in sight and some ‘‘out of sight,” We passed the time watching a moonlight
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excursion yoing out onthe Bay, and later received an invitation to go out with a party on the Odessa which we were compelled to decline on account of our household cares. Had a small con- cert at home but missed Patsey’s first tenor very much ; turned in at 12.00. Saturday, August Ist—Up at 10 a.m., found that Al., Ed.» and Buff had taken the early train, the two former to meet lady friends and the latter disgusted to be once again in civilization, had left for home. Had dinner at the Queen's and a picnic on the Bay in spite ofthe rain. We parted with our fair Midland friends at 7.00 all of us very highly de- lighted with our visit to Midland.
A Day’s Fishing in British Columbia.
BY Pa -E-
BN the summer of 1905
| | ing some weeks with a friend in == Vancouver and found it difficult, in that new and progressive city, to secure a companion fora day’s fishing. How- Ever. at vast | was. successful in my quest, and in the morning for which the outing was arranged — a per- fect day in early August—I was up and out betimes. The house where I was staying was situated not far from Stanley Park; one of the most beautiful and de- lightful pleasure resorts in the whole world.
The sceneas I gazed around was en- thralling. To see the sun gild the tops of the mountains some fifteen miles away was a sight not to be soon forgotten. The snow of the preceeding winter was still clinging to the clefts of the rocks and as the sun caught the ice it glistened like silver in the newborn light. The thermometer showed sixty-three degrees Farenheit. ;
After gazing long on the beauties of the opening day I went in to breakfast. I was engaged in the double occupation of eating my meal and admiring the won- derful flower blooms that had been fresh- ly bathed in the copious dew still dripping from the roots when a ring at the bell
I was spend-
BUCKE.
apprised me that my friend had arrived.
No time was lost in _ selecting our traps and getting to the station where we caught the 8.30 a.m. train for Westmin- ster Junction on the Canadian Pacific Railway. - The railway runs up Burrard Inlet and we saw a number of starfish on the beach, the tide being out. The Junction Station is reached just before arriving at the bridge which spans the Coquitlam River and a branch line runs from here to New Westminster.
Both above and below the bridge there are some very fine rapids, but we took down the stream and succeeded in cap- turing some fine specimens of the silver trout with the fly. The Coachman is the one chiefly preferred in these sparkling bright waters.
As all the streams are in flood during the winter months their margins are swept clear by the high water, and when the stream recedes to its more contracted summer channe! there is ample room for fly casting. Wereit not for this the dense undergrowth along the banks would seriously interfere with anglers.
The Coquitlam is a beautiful stream having rapids and holes of deep water. In some places there are log jams and here the fish find grand hiding places.
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Mud is unknown along these streams so-that a pair of knee rubber boots is all that is required.
Occasionally a salmon is caught in the deeperrapids with a spoon but on this occasion no capture of this kind fell to our lot. The spoon used is the Tacoma pattern and it is found very effective both for salmon andseatrout. Really it con- sists of two small spoons of equal size, placed one above the other, giving length and glitter to the bait, and presenting more the appearance of a long minnow than when one spoon only is used.
While going down stream I noticed a small creek running into the river and decided to try and follow it up. About one hundred yards from where a road crossed it I noticed a deep hole. Chang- ing my cast to some small flies, No. 8 hooks, I threw in and shortly hada rise. Without much difficulty I brought the fish to grass and found him a ten oz. Fontinalus.
It seemed to me that | had _ struck vir- gin soil—or rather water. For a couple of hours I went up this stream till the brush grew so dense that further progress was arrested. My basket was getting heavy and I returned well satisfied with my discovery and the fish I had caught. Often it was necessary for me to shove the rod through the brush and let the fly float down stream as casting was an im- possibility.
Noone can do justice to the glorious beauties of aday ona trout stream in
British Columbia. The whole surround- ings are entirely different to what is seen and experienced in eastern Canada. The thermometer is usually from sixty-four to sixty-six degrees and seldom _ over seventy-five. The dense woods, the ripple of the bright water, accompanied by the sigh of the tall firs or cedars, one hundred feet overhead, no mosquitoes, black flies or other ‘‘evil beasts” to annoy or worry—and what finer Paradise can be imagined ?
The shrub coronariua, known as the syringor, or mock orange, is often found along the streams, and its beautiful white flowers, So intensely fragrant, give a zest to the balmy air. One can either fish or loaf as he prefers, all life being a per- fect delight. ;
I dropped down the creek to the river and after fishing and waiting for some time my friend Wilson put in an appear- ance.
We pushed through the trees to a wag- gon road, and reached the station in time for the 7 p. m. train for Vancouver. After forty minutes run we were in town again having spent aday of unalloyed enjoyment.
In the train we compared notes. Wil- son had met a man who greatly extolled the fishing in the Pitt River and its tribu- taries. The Pitt is crossed by the Cana- dian Pacific Railway two and a half miles further up the line, and we promis- ed ourselves an outing there at no distant date. ;
A Day's Duck Shooting on the Miramichi, N. B.
BY saw.) Hs
HE season for duck shooting com- 5 mences in New Brunswick on Sep-
tember first, but owing to a late spring last year the broods were not hatched out until late. Prior to the open season | had a number of walks along the banks of the river, and generally came across a brood accompanied by the old duck. I therefore came to the con- clusion that they would not be fit to shoot on the opening day, and decided to de- fer my shooting trip for a fortnight.
FITZMAURICE.
On the evening of the fourteenth of the month I hired the only canoe not al- ready engaged, and although it was ex- tremely narrow and dangerous, I was, under the circumstances, glad to get even such a craft. The boy whowas toac- company me as paddler was well able to swim, and therefore in case of an upset the worst that could happen would be a wetting for both of us. These arrange- ments being completed we made a start at eight o’clock on the morning of the
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fifteenth, aday to be remembered by Can- adian and American sportsmen as the opening day for moose hunting—the very cream of sport. While so many were about to taste, figuratively speaking, the real turtle of sport, | had to be content with what in comparison may well be described as the mock turtle. As a non- resident I would have had to pay fifty dollars for a shot at a moose, and in con- sequence I went in for the smaller game.
The morning was keen and frosty, but when the sun got higher in the heavens the day turned out perfection. A paddle of a quarter of a mile up stream brought us in sight of two shelldrakes on the water. As I was in front of the canoe | directed the boy to paddle quietly to- wards them. While we were still at a fairly long range they rose from the wa- ter, and though I fired both barrels at the same bird they flew off apparently untouched. I was just looking on my- self as in the same category with the “three barrel man’—that is a sport who gives a bang and an expletive at every bird—when one of the birds dropped dead. Picking it up we proceeded fur- ther up the river.
We next came within sight of a flock of thirty ducks on the water. Antici- pating good sport we made towards them as quickly and quietly as possible. I was however doomed to disappointment as a man inaboat hove in sightand flushed the _ lot. Apparently he wasapoacher searching the pool for netsor fish. When he saw us he remained motionless until we had passed on.
Next I saw a bird in the air and marked h’m in a lagoon. Carefully tak- ing the landmarks I walked to the spot, and when he got up knocked him over. I was quite close but owing to the bushes around had to take a snapshot.
After this I stalked a flock of ducks on the water by creeping on all fours under some bushes. I shot one bird on the water, and another when they rose. I saw athird bird coming towards me, and had barely time to put one cartridge in the chamber, and take a snap _ shot through the branches of a tree. I man- aged to get the bird, and this proved to be the quickest and best shot of the day.
A substantial luncheon followed,
washed down wlth two cups of a ‘‘brew” of tea, which is the most refreshing of all drinks if properly made. The best way to make tea is to first heat the tea- pot, then put in the tea, and pour on boiling water. When ready it should be strained into another vessel. The time allowed should never exceed three min- utes. By thismeans you only extract a relative quantity of the tannic acid. Try it and see! :
After a short rest, a bask in the sun- shine, and a pipe ot tobacco I was off again. Shortly afterwards some stalk- ing brought me within long range of a black duck on the water. All I can say of the resulting shot is that I made her leave that place! This phrase reminds me of an incident that occurred during my shooting experiences in Ireland. | was out with a friend shooting birds. When not a great distance from him I heard a shot and called out ‘-Did you get that bird?” Instantly there came back the answer, ‘‘No, but I made him leave that place!”
By this time I thought the boy had done enough paddling to have earned a rest. Accordingly we allowed the canoe to glide down stream, just guiding her occasionally and enjoying the scenes around us. During this time I got some long shots at birds on the wing, gener- ally knocking over the bird, and having some exciting chases before making cap- tures. The birds, if only wounded, could dive much faster than we could move, and our only chance was to watch the bubbles in the calm clear water. A number of them got away altogether, although we made strong chases after them. ;
Shelldrakes are fast flyers and at other than near range I had to fire far ahead. With all the care taken five of them got away wounded. I would prefer not get- ting a shot at allto leaving a wounded bird after me, but in duck shooting this is sometimes unavoidable. Wild. ducks have a thick covering of feathers and take careful shooting.
The results of a most pleasant and en- joyable day’s sport wereeight shelldrakes and one black duck. I shot with a light double hammerless gun, weighing six and a half pounds.
Mysteries of the Caribou.”
BY DR. W.
HERE are no closer students of the habits of wild animals of the woods
than Adam Moore and Arthur Pringle, guides, of New Brunswick.
They neglect no opportunity of meeting and when they do so spend half a day, perhaps, in comparing notes.
It has been the writer’s privilege to hunt with each of them, and the hours about the campfires have been enlivened by many discussions concerning the ways of moose, caribou, deer and bear.
My party hunted annually for years in the Maine forests, making our camps in the neighborhood of Lake Nahmakanta. When we first went there, caribou were fairly numerous and the number shot an- nually in the State of Maine was not sufficiently great to have any appreciable effect upon their increase. Suddenly they became scarce and then practically disappeared. The last spot where they were found in any number was upon Rainbow Mountain, whose moss-covered ridges furnished them a good feeding ground.
In conversation with Louis Ketchum, who can fairly claim the honor of being the best known Indian guide in Maine,— in fact there is no other, save his half- brother, old Joe Francis, who can dis- pute the title with him,—he ridiculed the idea that the caribou had been shot off or driven away. Hetold me that he had seen four previous migrations of the car- ibou, adding that some of the o/d men at Oldtown (Louis was himself at that time 73 years old, as nearly as | could deter- mine) told him of a fifth just before his time. Hesaid he had been in the woods aS a young man several years and never had seen a caribou, when a party of French woodchoppers coming through from Canada, told him that they had crossed the trail of a herd travelling south.
Louis struck the trail and followed it for three days before he came up with the herd and shot one to see what it was like. A year or two later the caribou were, he said, as thick in the woods as
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L. MUNRO.
were the deer at the time we were talk- ing. He believed that, in their last mi- gration, they had travelled north in search of better food, crossed the St. Lawrence on the ice and joined the vast herds in Labrador.
The Maine Legislature declared a close time on Caribou after this last migra- tion, thus emphasizing their ignorance of the whole subject.
That the fir moss is their favorite food would seem to be fairly demonstrated, (as Adam Moore has shown in your pages) by the fact that after heavy gales in New Brunswick, the caribou tempo- rarily desert the barrens and take to the woods, where blow-downs are numerous.
I was much interested by a_ proceed- ing of Adam Moore’s this last fall. We were in the mountains northwest of Nic- tau Lake, where the caribou were fairly plentiful, but we had seen only one bull. We had ‘‘biled the kettle” when Adam announced his intention of ‘‘baiting the which he proceeded to do, by chopping down a number of moss cov- ered firs. Unfortunately we had but one more day in that region and so could not reap the results.
The caribou will often turn aside to a fresh blow-down and spend half a day there, taking their noontime siesta in the neighborhood.
It is fortunate for the sportsman, as well as the caribou, that the number which can be shot has been limited, as their stupidity, when their sense of smell is not in play, makes it an easy matter to shoot down a whole herd in turn, the survivors, after each shot, looking on in apparent bewilderment or indifference.
While hunting with Arthur Pringle on the barrens of the Northwest Miramichi, he would frequently call the caribou up to usand keep them standing about in full sight aud hearing ontil they got our scent, when the whole herd would be off like the wind. On one occasion we were compelled to take off our shoe-packs and crawl down to leeward on our hands and knees. When I shot a fine bull, Arthur
*A sequel to Adam Moore's paper in the March number.
DR. THOMAS J: SMITH, ARTHUR PRINGLE AND JACK JARVIS. Caribou shot by Dr. W. L. Munro.
cleaned and dressed him while the whole herd stood around within easy shooting distance and watched us. If we had been to windward they would have stam- peded at once.
Years ago, when dogging was still in vogue in Maine and no adequate game protection was provided-by law, it_was
no uncommon thing for reckless and irre- sponsible ‘‘game-hogs’’ to pot a whole herd, leaving the carcasses to rot where they fell.
Such a stupid animal as the caribou sometimes shows himself certainly needs protection against still more stupid men.
If natural causes alone were operative,
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there is reason to believe, with Louis Ketchum, that the caribou would soon return to their old haunts and once more find abundant food. Unfortunately how- ever, man and his works are sorely dis- turbing factors.
Shortly after the last migration, the great forest fires of six years ago, orig- inating probably from sparks from the locomotives, swept over wide dreas, ut- terly destroying the former feeding grounds..
As everyone knows, it takes many years for the reindeer moss to find a foot- hold and convert these burnt lands into the favorite haunts of the caribou.
Another serious element in the situa- tion is the new railroad, which, as sur- veyed, will Jeave the Bangor and Aroos- took at Seboois, and run in a general northerly direction by Nahmakanta, Rainbow, Chesuncook, Chamberlain and a lots of other lakes and streams, thus bisecting what is today the richest big game section in our East.
The building of this road, affording easy access to the now remote wilder- ness, will mark the speedy passing of the moose and caribou.
It was my good fortune the other day to run across my old friend, Bill Mor- iarty, or ‘‘Bill Moratty,” as he is known to the lumbermen and guides.
Bill was fresh from the woods. On the Penobscot where sturdy men are
plentiful, he is known as one of the ‘‘ablest” of them all. Strong as an ox and active as a panther, absolutely fear- less, a crack shot and the very prince of canoemen, he is in many respects, the ideal backwoodsman. He has trav- ersed the wilderness and threaded the
water-ways from one end of Maine to
the other.
He tells me that the caribou are re- turning but slowly and in small numbers; that it must be a long time before many
of their former feeding grounds are of
any value, and that, before then, the railroad will have settled the question of their return. He believesthat the best hunting grounds of the future must be sought in the eastern and northeastern parts of the State.
In view of the absence of any great stretches of their favorite barrens in this region aud the comparative scarcity of caribou in Western New Brunswick, it seems doubtful whether they will ever again be numerous in this district.
It has been shown conclusively that the sporting privileges of Maine furnish one of her greatest, if not che greatest source of wealth.
This being the case, a far-sighted and wise policy would indicate the creation of a great forest and game preserve, before the moose and the deer shall have fol- lowed the caribou and the opportunity be lost forever.
Fishing on the Kootenay Lake, Bnitish Columbia.
BY FRED J. SAMMOND.,
ZIME: Victoria Day, 1906. Place, Kootenay Lake, British Columbia. —Procter Narrow, nineteen miles from Nelson City. A wire from ‘‘the boys” at Nelson the day previous told me they were coming to spend the day fishing. I had left the cabin and was on my way to the lake to get the boat in readiness when I sawa tiny white speck on the lake which I knew to be one of the C. P. R. stern wheeler’s that ply to and fro onthis beautiful lake to the mining
town of Kaslo and Kootenay Landing making connections with trains bound East. Soon the whistle blew a signal for a landing—not for me though. It was evident the boat was making lots of calls, putting off sportsmen at their favorite creeks. I had just finished fixing my tackle when I heard the boat snorting through the Narrow’s, and then she gave the signal for a landing. Yes, there was Jock; no mistaking Jock for he had his rod together, and looked anxious to get
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to business. Marco, too—I can tell by the breeches and —ah, and little Patty waving and looking as keen as a ferret. Toot, and the boat is off again. A grand day now!
‘*Well, Fred, and what luck have you been having lately?” ‘‘Just a nice ripple! By Jove, that’s the tenth rise I’ve counted (from Marco) and what’s the fly!” Such was the babble! I could not get a wordin ‘‘Well, boys, let’s take the boat down to the point near the Narrow’s and fix gear and chew the rag.”’
‘Well, fellows, we are sure of a fish dinner for I had a grand time last night. I was whipping out from that little point opposite the Big Eddy. Two strangers! Where? In acanoe inthe Eddy fishing. Great sport they seemed to have—most- ly silver trout, smail, and putting half the catch back intothe lake! It was just the kind of evening for sport. I had been working hard for nearly fifteen min- utes. Rises? Oh, yes, ‘and the fly? Grey Drake. I heard one of the fellows remark, don’t seem to have much luck on the other side and then! hardly know what happened. I slipped. I jerked the rod in the air and loosed the line which must have run out fifteen yards and then I saw his lordship jump clear two feet out of water at the edge of the Eddy. But he was nicely hooked. Say, didn’t he canter round until I got things in shape, and such pretty play lasting over twenty minutes. The strangers did not fish any longer but stood watching a! the time. Weight? Yes, Patty, he scaled five pounds, seven ounces. You will see him hanging up in the root house when you go to lunch, and my duds hanging upon the line. Well, boys I ken we had better be working. Now who’s going to stay ashore?”
Whir, whir-r-r-r, Bang! Splash! That settled it! I was in the boat first. Patty pushed her off and jumped in with his tackle. I hadleft my rod in the boat with flys and leader in the water. Well, Sir, it took the fly, run out all the line and pulled the rodin the lake. I was Sport! Excite- Many atime! thought
ment! Laugh!
we would upset the boat and get a duck- ing. The rod sank to the bottom of the lake. What could we do? It was cut of sight and the fish just jumping up in the Eddy, then in the stream. It was a case of acting quick for the fellow would soon be played out, then he would have no sign. Patty was working. He broke off his leader. ‘‘What do you want now?” ‘‘Why a heavy sinker man.” Good gracious Patty why you have picked up one a dozen times. Hurry up! The next thing he wanted was grab hooks or spoon bait, and before he found them we nearly got to fighting. There he jumped again, Patty, in the Eddy! Never you mind where he jumped Fred. Row right across the stream. Steady now, I’ve got hold of something. Good ‘shot. What’s the matter with Patty? Shut up you chump. But say, Patty whose fish is this going to be? True Patty had caught the line with one of the grab hooks and then we worked very carefully until we had hold of the line and then the beauty came right up to the boat like a Squaw fish thorough- ly played out. What a dandy—nearly four pounds!
By the time we had our rods and tackle in shape again we had drifted nearly a mile and was opposite the Black Rock and there we fished, and such fishing! First Patty, then we, turn about. Twenty-seven pounds of fine speckled beauties! ‘‘Say do you know what the time is Fred?” ‘*Twoo’clock.” ‘*T guess we had better get back to the cabin for lunch.’”’ We saw Jock still fishing from the point and Marco lying down on the bank. They were both anxiously waiting a turn in the _ boat. Jock grabbed the bow of the boat to pull us ashore. ‘‘Easy there!” says Patty. ‘*Take out the ballast first!” What a sight to see Jock and Marco’s face’s “‘By Jove, we have had rotten luck,” says Marco. ‘‘Only caught two, but don’t yer know we have just finished a ripping lunch.” We went up to the cabin and cooked lunch and left you a little of the big fish old chap, and little it was, for me and Patty had such appetites!
Shall the Dog be Prohibited in Deer Hunting?
BY ERNEST J. MCVEIGH.
SHE article in ‘‘Rod and Gun” for T March by the Rev. Dr. Murdoch reminds us that we have one more important question to consider in connec- tion with the protection of our deer, and that is, should the use of the dog be made unlawful?
This is nota new question by any means; it has been fought out again and again, and so far the dog hunter has had the best of it, inasmuch as the use of the dog has been allowed up to the present, and his use will still be as stoutly fought for as ever, and fought for by good men, truesportsmen. There is no use in say- ing, assome people do, that the manwho makes use of the hound is no sportsman, for it is not true. And the men who make this statement do not understand that the love of the dog and the pleasure of hearing his tongue is half the hunt to the owner of the hound.
The man who advocates the use of the dog will tell you that without the hound the hunt loses its joy for him; that he does not feel his day has been lost if he only hears the dogs even without getting a shot, and that so long as he has his dogs there will be no wounded deer get away to die and be lost, and there is some truth in all this. But he will go further and say things that are not so true, such as this: That the use of hounds does not drive deer away from their accus- tomed haunts, and while prohibiting their use may lessen the number of deer brought out, it will not decrease the number killed. His final argument is that the man who goes to the trouble and expense of keeping hounds all the year should not be prevented using them for ten or fifteen days, when every far- mer and some men in the small towns, keep dogs that are allowed to hunt and kill the deer all the year round, with nothing being done to stop it. This last s all truth and is hard to get over.
But leaving the question of the farm and village mongrel for the present let us consider what it would mean if the sportsman’s hound was not allowed in
the woods. In the first place the number of men who go hunting every year would be greatly reduced, fora
large number who now go with a pack of ©
hounds would stay at home, and even if they did gotheir chances of killing a deer would be very small. Many hun- dreds of men who kill a deer, or more, each year in the water or on the runway ahead of the dog, would never get a deer still hunting. Then the hound does chase deer away from their regular haunts. No man of experience can deny this honestly. I have proven it too often myself to have any doubts on the subject.
The use of the hound does not enable the hunter to secure the best specimens, as the young and the does run ahead of the dog, while the big bucks jump to one side and hide, or sneak away, but it does help the man to kill something that he would not likely do otherwise. So look at it how you will the desire to con- tinue the use of the dog is a purely sel- fish one, having no regard to anything but the present pleasure and success of the man or men using him.
I have hunted for many years with dogs, and without, but I am by nature a still hunter, and would be glad to see the deer dog eliminated. But if he is shut out let the mongrel receive attention. I confess I do not understand the people at Toronto who have this matter of game protection in hand, even the fool laws they make they do not enforce. I know sportsmen who have written giving the Department information of the killing of deer by farmers’ dogs, and asking that a man be sent to investigate and prosecute, but there is no reply and no man. Of course if you do the work yourself and notify them that they have nothing to do, some man comes on at once, and looks
on, going back with a report that is pub-
lished to show how smart he is, leaving you with a few good hot enemies to look out for in future, and actually in danger of life and property.
1 say I do not understand these people
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in a great many things they do in their clumsy efforts at game protection, but we can of course understand their at- titude in the matter of the dog, both hound and mongrel. There are a good many thousand men who want to hunt with hounds and there are as many more who own mongrels, and these men all have votes, and with them it is a case of ‘‘love me, love my dog. ”’
There is an old saying to the effect that ‘Sf you find a bull dog in the yard, you will find another in the house.” The same thing holds good in the case of the hound and mongrel, but the howls of the owners should not any longer be allowed to deafen our ears and sway our judg- ments in a plain case of fact, and there never was a time in the history of On- tario when the Government was in a po- sition where they can ‘thew to the line” asnow. They are making changes in the laws again this year, and in future allow one deer to each man; this is all right, but let them now shut out the hound and get after the mongrel, the pot hunter and the Indian, and get after them hard.
In Mr. John Arthur Hope’s excellent article in the April number he tells us many good things, and tells them well, better than most people could, but he does not after all tell us much that we did not know, and if you read him carelessly you might be left with the idea that he does not advocate the destruction of the wolf now, and in the future, and I don’t think he really means that. But at the same time he isa little too friendly to the animal, and some of his statements in reference to him are not so exact and logical as we havea right to expect from a student possesssing his know- ledge. His statement of the manner in which nature has held the balance, and his conclusion that she always would if man was eliminated is beyond contro- versy. But man is here, and I would judge likely to stay, and we have seen that so far as our deer are concerned there is no room for both him and na- ture’s destroyer, or equalizer, the wolf, for combined these exterminate, and the balance is lost.
Now the question is how to restore the balance? And I think the answer is to
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go on and carry out what we are, in our poor human way, trying to do: Hold man in check, and reduce the number of the wolf. No one need fear for a mo- ment that he will be exterminated. Oh, no, there willalways be enough of him left to eat up the sick and diseased.
Mr. Hope says the wolf eats up clean all that he kills. This is not so. That he sometimes does, goes without saying, but you tell any old bush man that the wolf eats every deer he pulls down and he will laugh at you, for what he has seen he knows, The wolf isa killer, and will often kill for the seeming love of killing; just as his brother the dog will kill a flock of sheep with a cunning that is devilish, so will the wolf kill. Then’ to talk about killing the sick and the old ‘‘with unerring instinct” is letting him off altogether too easy. I have seen a full grown doe break from the woods, and run to the door of the house in which I was born, and would have come in too, had my mother not shut the door, to escape from a pack of three wolves that followed close behind. I have seen the full grown buck rush across the field with tongue hanging out to put a team of horses with a man and plow between him and the wolves that he felt he could no longer keep ahead of. Were these sick? Yes, but sick with a wild, pitiful terror that bred in mea hatred of the wolf from the days, or nights, when I lay in bed asa little chap with theclothes over my head to shut out his horrible noise as he roamed around the sheep pen trying to get at the poor things in- side. Oh, yes, deer will run to man to get away from the wolf, for I have known a young one to jump into a sleigh and lay down in the straw beside a man to escape the ‘‘keeper of the bal- ance.” The fool thing didn’t seem to understand natural history and know it was up to it to be eaten by a great cow- ardly brute that would not alone face its dad except when he had lost his horns and was weak and poor in the winter yard.
“We owe Mr. Hope thanks for his most interesting article, but I respectfully sub- mit that he need not champion the cause of the wolf. Man can now keep the bal- ance without his help, and bad as man is,
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once we cut out the dog we will do it in a more decent manner. This is not theory as I know whereof I speak. The district in which I was born was at one time a great deer country, and was of course infested with wolves. Nearly thirty years ago the first railway was built through the heart of it and the wolf cleared out totally at that time and has never come back. The land has been gradually cleared up until today there is very little shelter for deer, and yet they.are still there, though hunted more or less every year, and I know of no other part of Ontario where there is a finer specimen.
[ have just received a letter from a friend in the west who interviewed an old Indian hunter at my request and the old fellow has things to say about the wolf that are new to me. He said in part: ‘‘The way to hunt the wolf is to walk after him and he will tire and stop in one hour and you can then rope him. No dog will hunt a wolf on scent, but will run on sight. Do not run the wolf, walk him. There is less danger of being hurt by a wolf than a dog.”’
Now if the wolf can be walked down in one hour or three times one hour, why cannot they be successfully hunted in winter when we have their tracks to fol- low? Itlooks almost too good to me, but 1 don’t know that it can’t be done. Who has ever tried it in Ontario? I have yet to meet the man who has, or who has ever heard of it being tried. ‘There are more things in Heaven and Earth than are dreamt of in our philoso- phy” and why not this? The first man who said he could ‘‘walk down’’ a deer
was laughed at, yet it has been done many times. I am still of the opinion that a professional wolf hunter . is the
thing we want.
A Good Word for the Dogs.
The question of dog hunting versus still hunting is one of the unfailing topics which interest everyone who goes to the backwoods. The Rev. Dr. Murdoch raised this question in its strongest form in our March number. He found an able advocate of his position in Mr. J. A. Hope, whose article appeared in April. Then the dog hunters found their breath
and fell upon the Reverend Doctor, who however was never left without his sup- porters. The following letter from Mr. J. Misner, of Sault Ste Marie, is interest- ing for several reasons, and particularly for the reminiscences of a long life spent inthe woods. Our readers will join us in the hope that Mr. Misner may yet re- cover sufficient of his health to again re- visit the scenes he loves so well-and also that he will give us and them the pleas- ure of reading still more of his recollec- tions and experiences of the Canadian backwoods. Mr. Misner’s letter follows:
‘‘Lest decapitation should begin in your mailing lists soon, I enclose two dollars to keep me in good standing for although I am pretty far gone in years and health with probabilities strongly against my chances of ever sitting by the fireside in a hunter’s cabin again, the old instinct for the chase in me, which according to family record must have de- scended from Esau, is stillso strong that I cannot tolerate the the thought of quit- ting company with a welcome old visitor like ‘‘Rod and Gun.”
Last November was the first deer sea- son I have missed in many years where the excitement of the day’s chase is re- capitulated in detail over and over again. At that time I was slowly convalescing in a hospital where [had just undergone a critical operation in which I lost a kid- ney. I knew the hunting season was on and could hear the forests calling me just as strongly as when I was in good health, and I hadthe October and No- vember numbers of ‘‘Rod and Gun” in- cludec in my list of welcome visitors.
Nearly two years ago I wrote an ar- ticle on ‘‘Destruction and Preservation of Game,” which you had the kindness to publish and I have been pleased to see since so many able writers taking up the same subject. Although we all agree that something must be done if our game is to be preserved many stick in the old rut and keep banging awayat the sports- man and his methods of hunting. I no- tice an article in your March number, entitled, ‘‘Our Vanishing Deer,” by the Rev. Dr. Murdoch. I confess it is a very able communication on the subject, especially the latter part from the words as they appear in the last column of the
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article as published, beginning with the words *‘a check placed on the indiscrim- inate slaughter of the deer by Indians and settlers at all seasons of the year.” I am in love with every werd the remain- der of the article contains and | admire the bold, courageous way in which he expresses himself. -It is simply a case of brass tacks, 2nd up to the Government to determine how long this indiscriminate slaughter shall continue. As to the sub- ject—the cause of our vanishing deer, | do not agree with him an instant in what he asserts so loudly to be the paramount cause, viz: DOG—DOG.
It is a regrettable thing that the ca- pacity of our type foundries are so lim- ited that they cannot make type large enough to express a_ single word impres- sive enough, and the printer has to be put to the inconvenience of using the largest sized type he has in the plant sev- eral times over. I am afraid the Rever- end gentleman has permitted himself to be influenced with what is commonly known as dog hatred, together with com- passion for tbe poor, panting deer, lacer- ated and torn by thecruel dogs we hear so much aboutin stories. In 1866 I took part in my first deer hunt which proved successful and have hunted and killed deer and moose since, both with dogs and without them and have never seen such revolting scenes as we hear and read about.
My father was a hater of dogs; good reasons made him so, but he nursed his wrath so long his hatred became chronic, and for years he would not allowa dog kept about the place. There was noth- ing a dog could do to gain his approval. We lived on a farm only a half mile from an Indian Reservation, and every Injun kept four or five dogs. They were a miserable half starved set of curs, good for nothing but chasing squirrels and rabbits, worrying and killing deer when the snow was deep enough that they could catch them, and when they could not catch deer they would vary the pro- gram by plundering around the settlers’ farms killing sheep. The old gentleman, as we latterly called him, became so en- raged that he took to shooting every dog he could that came on the place, daylight or dark, and he was very handy at it. I
think he could handle either shotgun or rifle on a dark night the slickest of any man lever saw. When looking for a victim in the dark he usually walked slowly, slightly stooped forward carrying the breech of the gun about level with the hip, hammer up and finger on the trigger andthe instant he located the game the gun would crash; it was purely a shot by calculation. But there gener- ally was immediate business for ‘the
_spade. If a tombstone was placed over
every dog he planted during the forty-five years he lived on that place, the farm would resemble a graveyard too fat to recommend the skill of the local phy- sicians,
Personally | have no desire or inclina- tion to die a martyr in defence of the dog or his mission here onearth. A dog must possess many redeeming features individually to win my approbation. Still I claim that if deer are to be hunted and killed at certain seasons, there is no reason why the dog should not be used in the hunt, and a great many reasons why he should. The word hounding has by custom and use become a word signi- fying something terrible. Whenever an idea of a cruel, relentless, persecuting nature is desired to be conveyed, hound- ing is the word generally employed. Yet there is nothing unnecessarily cruel in hunting deer with dogs if done at the proper time of year. A deer is built to run, and in the cold month of November when not hampered by deep snow he is just as handy at running as any dog; if there is any difference it is generally in the deer’s favor. Itis not always as some people suppose; a_ nip-his-heels race for life, or a terrible death. I have known many instances when the deer has been shot, disembowelled and made ready for transportation before the dog pursuing him arrived on the scene.
The Rev. Doctor tells us that dogs drive deer out of their retreats where they are safe and immune from the still hunter. True, the forests abound with those places and all game take advan- tage of them. But I have hunted with parties when we sent one or two men beating through their hiding placesandthe menonthe outside bagged the game just as successfully as if dogs had been used.
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The Doctor recites to us the disgraceful and lawless conduct of a Pittsburg Club and other kindred Associations. Those assertions do not conclusively show that the dogs were responsible for those un- lawful massacres. It is evidence that our Government has laws on the Statute Books it does not take trouble to enforce. The Rev. Doctor thinks that using the dog in the hunt should be prohibited be- other States and Provinees have
cause such laws. The fact that some other States and Provinces have such laws
does not necessarily imply that those laws are beneficial to the country, or even righteous, As I raise my eyes while writing this article, | can gaze into the State of Michigan where the law will not allow a dog to chase a deer, neither will it hang aman though he committed a hundred murders. [| don’t know why they have it so unless it is because the, ‘“|-thought-it-was-a - deer-fool-still-hunt- er’ shoot so many men every year in that State that they can’t afford to hang any. In delightful language the Doctor pic- tures the still hunter going out and drop- ping a buck unawares in his tracks. While this may be an interesting diver- sion for some men, many others consider this method very unsportsmanlike; they feel that such a practice places them much on the same level. with the Indian who is forced togo out and kill a deer from sheer necessity, or the pot hunter who sneaks up and dischrages his gun amongst a bevy of helpless quail hud- dled together under a log for refuge on a rainy day.
Of course everybody knows their own feelings best, For mine I would rather miss half a dozen deer, high, wide and handsome, when bounding along merrily before a hound, than shoot one lying asleep. I should know what I am talk- ing about for I have done the trick both ways—some years ago I still hunted a buck and shot him—the moment I did so I was filled with regret and vowed I would never do such a thing again. | felt I had not given him a chance. The whole top of his head was torn off with a large Enfield bullet. I had actually stalked him within forty feet and shot him dead as he lay sleeping in comfort. I felt the remorse of a murderer as I dragged him out of the woods, and after
I had him out he did not taste right, The last deer I ever shot was in Novem- ber, 1905; he was just such aone as I have described—a yearling buck. My boy had just started him with his hound pup a short time before. I was moving towards them ona high hardwood ridge, and the deer came kiteing through at the top of his speed on the top of another parallel ridge. A wide ravine lay be- tween the two ridges. He was two hundred yards away from me if he was an inch, but the bush was very clear and open. I pulled for his shoulder, and he dropped the instant the Savage spoke. I was over to him before the dog or boy arrived and was surprised to find that although both hind legs had been shot off above the hock joints and hanging simply by a few strings he had actually crawled about fifty yards from where he first fell, and I had to finish him with a knife. That deer tasted all right; I gave hima chance. The result of the shot I have just described shows that this drop- ping a buck in his tracks is only a beau- tiful dream; sometimes it is done but in the majority of cases it is not done. In many cases he is mortally wounded and breaks away for liberty and goes as long as strength to do so remains. It is just here that the use of the dog in the hunt is a benefit; not only to the. hunter but the remainder of the living game. If the dog is used he is surely captured and counts one on the hunter’s permit. If the dog is not used the still hunter pur- sues along as a usual thing, and if he can track the deer at all it generally ends in coming to where the track is lost al- together, the deer abandoned and the hunter proceeds to hunt other deer. When he is ready to start home he has perhaps killed three or four deer; two he takes home on his permit and two more are lying in the woods rotting. This is no fancy picture; it is the experience of every man who ever hunted. Many a time when I was a boy and hunted the wild turkey, | would find the spoiled re- mains of a bird wounded in some _ pre- vious hunt which might have been recov- ered at the time only for my father’s strong will prohibiting me keeping a dog.
{ have hunted in many localities ex- tending from the Georgian Bay to Lake Superior with varied success and can re-
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call many instances of the same kind. In 1903 I hunted up the shores of Lake Superior. | had for a companion a man named Holdworth, a man who has al- most devoted his life to the woods, pros- pecting, hunting, trapping and fire rang- ing; he is a good hunter anda _ splendid companion. During the hunt I had four shots at deer; the first three were good fair chances, but I made a mess of all of them—no excuses—I simply missed them just the same as many another man has done. The fourth shot was made during a snow storm and under the most unfavorable conditions. But the flagt fell and I felt sure he was badly wounded. We examined the tracks and found some hair but very little blood. We waited a while and then began to follow the track. We soon came to where he had stood and moved on more rapidly at our ap- proach, although unseen by us. As it was now dark we decided to go home and take the trail inthe morning. It continued to snow heavy all night and in the morning we could not see our tracks where we came in the night before and the pursuithad to be abandoned. As the season was closing I came home but Hoidworth stayed to do some trapping. A few weeks later he trailed a fox right up to the carcass of the only deer | had shot during the whole season, no great distance from where we were forced to abandon the track. This was one in-
‘stance of hunting without a dog. In
1904 I hunted with a party using dogs, up the great Mississauga. It was cer- ‘tainly a year off for me; although I was out earlyand late everyday! did not seea
flag during the whole season. Yet we were running deer every day, but none happened to come my way. Otr party
got its complement, and we did not leave any torot inthe woods. Neither did we exterminate them for some of the same party hunted the same ground over in 1905 and again in 1906 and got their full complement both years.
The year 1905 I had better luck; I got both deer and moose and left no cripples. Last season, 1906, my old friend Hold- worth guided a small party from here up
+The tail of the deer carried erect when in flight.
the shores of Lake Superior, and they camped near the shore on Haviland Bay. They had no dogs and the ground was bare, for the snow had not yet fallen. They hunted several days without re- sults; they saw traces of game butcould notsee the game. Towards the close of the week Holdworth suddenly came on to a large bull moose carrying a magnifi- cent set of horns; he was accompanied by a smaller bull and a cow. Holdworth instantly opened fire with a 30-30 on the largest bull who sprang into the cedar swamp and made off. Holdworth con- tinued to fire as long as he could see a bush move. He examined the track, blood was thick on it, for an hour he found no trouble in following it, but darkness came just as he approached a deep creek. For fear of losing the track he built a fire and sat down beside it to wait for daylight. Just after nightfall he heard a couple of reports from a gun which he answered and to his surprise found he was within halfa mile from camp. Next morning the whole party took up the trail. It wound here and there, became mixed up among moose tracks, going in all directions and finally lost altogether. They continued to hunt the balance of the day and quit in dis- gust. Thoroughly disgusted the party broke camp the next morning and two miles on the way out hired a settler who had ateam to drive them to the Soo. They related the story about the moose to the settler and gave him careful in- structions as to where the hunt was left off. Next day the settler took an old sleigh dog who had seen some service in his time in leash and found no trouble in finding the place described to him where the hunt had been abandoned. He be- gan the search keeping the dog in leash. In a short time the dog began to act suspiciously, but with a little encourage- ment located the bull moose sfone dead. Just think of it, after baffling the best efforts of skilled hunters, a huge moose weighing over one thousand pounds, more than five hundred pounds of deli- cious food left to rot in the woods, saved by aD OG.”
When strnck by a shotit dropsinstantly and remains down.
If_ the deer jumps short and chunkey it generally indicates he is shot too low and too far back. and very little blood
will be found on his track. He will run some distance, often more than a mile before stopping.
He will not lie
down at once but will take a position turned partly round near some large tree and stand humped up and_ watch. If not pursued he will after a time lie down and never rise again, although death may not ensue for thirty-six hours
or even longer according to the nature of the shot.
Leaves From an Angler’s Diary.
BY 5.4
Newboro’, June 28th, 1906.
My Dear O’Brien,—
Yours of recent date to hand and I beg to advise that the fish in New- boro’ Lake have not as yet been edu- cated to appreciate the merits of first class fishing tackle, split bam- boo or steel poles, silk lines, flies, etc., etc.
The boys here sit on top of any convenient boathouse and use a crooked pole cut in any bush, a stout piece of wrapping cord, binder twine or,smail rope for a line. A bent pin for a hook and a piece of red flannel a belated and generally dilapidated grasshopper, frog or minnow for bait. The boys do not seem to be very particular, nor are the fish.
‘‘Lay aside life’s seeming heavi- ness and cultivate a cheerful disposi- tion.’ Come to Newboro’ and en- joy the best holiday of your life.
Yours tor first class sport, George Dolan. Early in the summer of 1906 the ——— heat of the city had as usual become almost intolerableand | commenced to look around for a spot to spend days.
Thousand Islands, Niagara Falls, Mus- koka Lakes, Lake St. John, all in turn presented themselves tomy mind but to all | had found some reasonable objec- tion.
Why not the Newboro’ Lake? Here was a beauty spot not already spoiled by the commercialism of the majority of summer resorts and fishing grounds. But I had heard of it in various ways. I then wrote to Mr. Dolan, the proprietor of the summer hotel at Newboro’ and the above was the reply to my letter asking for in- formation concerning the best manner to capture the wily bass which abound in this beauty spot of the world.
HERE it was.
Strange the words did not seem to have the cold ring which they now have as | rewrite them. Nor could I
find anything ludicrous in the description
a few holi--
MORIARTY.
of the youthful followers of Walton, but they seemed to have that almost irresis- tible call of the wild which makes sen- sible people long to leave trouble and care and drift back for afew days with Mother Nature.
Two days afterwards I found myselt bound for the ‘‘Killarney of Ontario.” The trip from New York to Morristown thence to Brockville aud thence to New- boro’ was uneventful except for the wild boyish desire which seemed to fill my being as I from time to time caughta passing glimpse of some distant lake and breathed that June, life-giving ozone which seems to have left the crowded cities.
The traveller, on arriving at the New- boro’ Depot cannot fail to mark and ad- mire the natural beauty of the surround- | ings. Tothe North West almost from the railroad track extends to a seeming endless distance the primeval forests of pine with here and there a maple, beech or ash relieving the sombre black with their beautiful light green; while the occasional white trunk of a birch) or poplar glimmers like a ghost among their dark neighbors.
In the near foreground nestled the qwiet little country village of Newboro’, while away in the background lies the broad expanse of Newboro’ Lake, the highest lake in the chain of lakes between Kingston and Ottawa, dotted with almost innumerable islands which are be- coming the homes in the summer months of wealthy Americans.
Here was the scene of my future pleas- ures—short perhaps—but at any rate free from the care the business worries the noise, bustle and hum of a busy city and | felt inexpressibly happy.
‘‘Now for a beauty !” called the guide as I cast for the vicinity of a stump about seventy-five feet distant. The spoon struck lightly and slowly sank towards the bottom. Suddenly there was a series of quick short pulls and then my line was free. Again came the pull and the line
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became taut. Then I realized | had hooked a fighter.
Who can describe the sensations felt by an angler when he becomes aware for the first time that he is in for a strug- gle with a small-mouth black bass—the king of fighters in our inland lakes ? Waves of electricity seem to run from the line to the pole and the fisherman is fifled with a voltage that makes an elec- tric battery seem tame. These glorious sensations can be caused by nothing else in the universe. Nothing else will send “‘the old blood dancing through pulse and heart and vein.’”’ The heart jumps wildly. Health glows in the padest cheek. Every pulse throbs in joyful expectation and the weight of years falls away like a loose garment in afierce gale, making a man seem a boy again.
To stop the whirl of my reel was but the work of an instant and the line cut the water like a knife running around in many circles while the water made miniature whirl- pools with ail the colors of the rainbow.
Away the fish goes for shore, then he turns, and it is with difficulty that I prevent the line becoming slack and thus losing him. Towards the surface he rushed but suddenly chang- es his course and strikes for bottom. Down goes the line with a snap and the still rod bending almost double touches the water and comes dangerously near breaking. _ Under the boat goes my beauty evidently with the intention of breaking my line, but the danger passes and the line cuts back again. Now up— now down to the boat and out again for shore. Many a time since in my dreams have I re-lived this thrilling scene.
But the endurance ofall things, even a black bass, has an end and at the end of about fifteen minutes I had wound the line up untilthe fish was close to the boat.
NEWBORO’ LAKE
ON A GALM DAY.
Another short, sharp struggle, the land- ing net is slipped under and with a flutter the fish lands in the boat. 7
I sank down with a sigh of relief, tired but happy and scarcely heard my guide as he chuckled, ‘‘Not too bad! six pounds and a quarter !” The spring bal- ance clicks. The cover of the fish basket snaps and my first black bass is secured ! But I cannot soon forget the pleasant thrills.
‘‘Now for his mate !’’ said the guide as I cast for another stump but ‘either as as I then believed, his mate did not exist or he was not then at home for there was nothin’ doin’ !
At the next there was a moment’s pause, a minute’s patient waiting. Then there was a violent pull and there was every indication of another struggle as the line fiercely s!ashed through the water but probably due to my carelessness the line caught on a stump and broke,and away went spoon, bait and fish. How- ever I was not disappointed. Your trueangler never weeps over that which he never pos- sessed.
A new spoon was quickly at- tached by my willing guide,all was ready again and our adven- tures forthe day were not yet ended. Scarcely had the spoon again touched water after a magnificent cast when there was another wild nerve racking-strife. Away went my line again and then down, down, down for bottom. The pole again bent almost double and the end touched the water. Then with aloud snap my pet'steel rod broke and away went the line.
‘*Grab the line, Grab it quick !”’ shout- ed my almost excited guide, who by the way, was one of the least excitable per- sonages it has ever been my pleasure to meet. The most startling of happenings never seemed to ruffle him a particle, and
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now evidently believing in the motto ‘‘Laugh and grow fat” he was able to put the beam up at over two hundred pounds. On shorehe could not get around as easily as the most of men but in a boat he was perfectly at home and understood fishing in every department and his advice was generally wholesome.
Without a thought ofthe after con- sequences I grabbed the fast receding
line, regretting my folly the next instant as the line burnt through my hand, but I did not let go and soon again felt the pull of the fish, which had. not # yet managed to get free.
Now _ slowly inch by inch I pulled the line up hand over hand, my cap- tive fighting every foot of the way, now pul- ling for the bot- tom, now to the rear of the boat and again for the front but never seeming to tire and in truth I believed that I had hook- ed a ‘‘lunge”’ which in some manner had managed to find its way intothese lakes.
After a long A hard struggle | at last brought the fish alongside of the boat. Thena strange thing happened. In attempting to place the net under the fish the guide touched it lightly on the side with the iron hoop and the startled fish made another strike for freedom. As the boat was resting on its side on account of the weight of the guide as well as my own weight, when this un- expected event occurred I lost my balance and pitched headlong into the water down into the depths among the fishes, down
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among the water-lily roots at the bottom. I had hardly time to know what had hap- pened when I found myself grasped by the guide and pulled into the boat.
I must have presented a truly pitiful, yet amusing sight as I stood there in the boat with the water streaming from nose, ears and mouth and running in torrents from my clothing. There was a strange ringing in my ears and I could scarcely see or breathe, and yet when I heard the hearty laugh of my guide as he rather sarcastic- ally remarked, ‘*Don’t dive af- ter em again, we may be. able to get enough with- out that,’’—the laugh was so contagious, [| could not help joining, and truly I felt much better for it.
To go back to the hotel in my present uncom- fortable condi- tion was out of the question for more reasons than one and not the least was my aversion to being seen by my fellow ang- lers and made the subject of ridicule.
After a_ hasty consultation we rowed to a near- by island. After spreading my clothes out in the sun ona flat rock for a short time they were soon dried and we were ableto resume our fishing feeling little the worse for my mishap.
The rest of the day was free from ac- cident but every minute was replete with stirring incident. Now it was the swift strike, the steady pulland the wild sur- face splash of the pike, again it was the landing of a ‘‘shiner’’ and then it was the draw of a ‘‘Swago” bass or the wild
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soul-stirring fight with our friend the small mouthed bass.
When gwe returned to the hotel at night we carried the legal limit of bass anda few large pike which we did not care to throw back into the water. Just a few words about this all too com- mon practise of throwing fish back into the water. Some anglers carefully wet their hands before handling any fish and if a fish is too small to keep they carefully examine the gills and if there are no cuts it is returned to the water little the worse forits adventure. Others take little care and the fish is sometimes thrown into the bottom of the boat where it remains until a large fish is secured, then the fish half dead is thrown into the take: —Result in a day or two another dead fish floats to shore to join a host of others that have been similarly treated by unthinking fishermen. Thus the pleasant air is tainted with the most disagreeable smell of decaying fish.
Lastly there are guides and anglers who have been guilty of the infamous practise of mak- ing a smallincis- ion inthe body of the fish before throwing it into the water. This causes it to fill with water and sink to the bot- tom, dying a
cruel death. OUR AFTERNOON'S RECREATION.
Numerous com-
plaints are made to officials but convictions are extremley rare as it is difficult to col- lect evidence unless the perpetrators are caught red handed in the act.
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How pleasant it is to lie here upon the bank on the soft carpet of leaves and moss in the shade ofthe rich foliage of birch and maple sheltered from the rays of the warm July sun, and smoke or sleep or idly gaze at our guide preparing a fish dinner.
Dinner on some island cooked bya Newboro’ guide in a manner which wou'd
put to shame the best of French chefs is a pleasure which the tourist and angler should not fail to enjoy at least once, and once enjoyed his pleasure shall never be forgotten, his only regret being that he did not have the opportunity before.
Bread, pepper and salt, butter, tea, some pork, knives, forks, cups, saucers, dishes etc. etc. are cheerfully furnished by the hotel and the guide is capable of doing the rest whether the demand is for boiled, fried or baked fish. Or better still the guide selects a couple of the largest bass, carefully cleansand washes them and then tacks them on to a board and places them before the fire. If your guide watches the fish carefully, does not allow them to become burned or smoked but to become thoroughly cook- ed, when served with pepper, salt and butter you will have a delicacy which brings back recollections of boyhood days and Mother. Tea is steeped over the hot coals and dinner is served on the green grass undera friendly tree. At this time the travel- ler always en- vies the Indian the years that he enjoyed un. disturbed in this earthly paradise.
Lucky t he angler who finds a_ guide able to produce that master piece of the culinary art—a fish chowder. Were I well versed in the orthography of cooks 1 might chronicle its principal ingredients and it could be made in hotels and at home but I believe it would lack its chief seasonings—the sound of the water as it washes against the shore ; the wild cry of the loon in some distant bay and the roar of the open fire with its sparks encircling above the tree tops, the soft zephyrs as they fan the cheeks of the diners and the smell of the pine fern and birch.
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Here there was ‘‘a picture no artist can paint.” A tired angler carries a string of fish to the hotel, proud of his success and his conquests but his ardor is cooled by a friend who remarks, ‘‘We caught some fish today that took a bait the size of the best you have!”
Around the hotel are scattered in heaps the strings of the different anglers. Here and there groups stand and talk about
the ‘‘dandy” that got away or tell of the landing of the best they caught. The unsuccessful ones tell about throwing away better ones than can be seen any place around.
The majority siton the veranda and smoke and relieve the day’s adventures or swap stories with a talkative neighbor. But we are too tired to linger so we think of bed and bid our friends ‘‘adieu !”
The Game Laws of New Brunswick.
has been amending the Game Laws == of the Province and several impor- tant changes have been made.
In future every registered guide will be required to subinit a return to the Department not later than December 31st showing separately the number of moose, caribou, and deer killed by sportsmen, whom he bas guided, and as all non- residents are required to employ native guides, the Government ought thus to be able to arrive at the number of big game killed in the Province each year by outsiders.
The ficense fee of ten dollars to be charged to non-residenrs coming to the Province to shoot game birds was incor- porated in the new Act.
After along discussion a clause was carried allowing farmers to kill deer dur- ing the open season if they find such deer destroying their crops. It was agreed that all legislation allowing ex- ceptions was dangerous ; on the other hand it was stated that the exception would only apply to farmers owning crops and some evidence would be re- quired that damage had actually been done to such crops. It was stated that moose and caribou did not take to farm crops asfood but deer jump fences and cause much destruction to farming crops.
A section was added to the bill pro- hibiting the use of automatic guns and rifles for hunting purposes.
There was much difference of opinion Over a proposal fathered by the Govern- ment, providing for the issue of a special deer license to non residents on payment
Te Legislature of New Brunswick
of ten dollars. Strong support had been given to this proposal by the Fredericton Tourist Association and it was to apply only to localities where deer abound, while each license is to be within the dis- cretion of the Surveyor General. Warm support was given to the proposal by sev- eral members, it being stated that the raising of the fee from twenty-five dollars to fifty dollars had much injured portions of the Province while this concession would allow them to recover. The non resident fee of fifty dollars would continue to apply to hunting for caribou and moose, and the reduced fee was specially in the interests of York and Charlotte counties, formerly visited by many American tourists but which had suffered considerably through the absence of these visitors since the increase in the license. It was held that as the license fee in Maine is but fifteen dollars, and they have abundance of deer in thatState, it would do New Brunswick tourist traffic much good if this concession were made, safe guarded as it will be in its working. In the end the new clause was carried.
By another section of the bill a regis- tered guide was prohibited from accom- panying and guiding more than two sportsmen at one time.
It is provided in clause six of the new Act that whenever a non-resident hunter is accompanied by ladies on a hunting trip, andit is made to appear to the satisfaction of the Surveyor General and on a sworn affadavit of the guide accom- panying the party, that the ladies did no shooting of game the Surveyor General may return the license fee paid on account of such ladies.
Camping is the Thousand Islands.
BY ARTHUR ORMANDY.
Never a ripple upon the river,
As it lies like a mirror beneath the moon, Only the shadows tremble and quiver,
"Neath the balmy breath of a night in June.
All dark and silent, each shadowy island Like a silhouette lies on the silver ground, While just above us, a rocky highland Towers grim and dusk, with its pine trees crowned.
Never a sound but the waves soft plashing As the boat drifts idly the shore along,— And the darting fire-flies, silently flashing,
Gleam, living diamonds,—the woods among.
And the night-hawk flits o’er the bay’s deep bosom,
And the loon’s laugh breaks through the midnight calm, And the luscious breath of the wild vine’s blossom.
Wafts from the rocks like a tide of balm.
IHE Thousand Islands of the St. iT Lawrence, as a camping and fishing ~—= ground, have suffered rather severe- ly from the strenuous competition of the famous Highlands of Ontario Although partially forgotten they still exist in full primitive beauty, and continue to afford abundant sport and pleasure to the weary city dweller, whose slender purse will not permit him to undertake a long journey with consequent expense and loss of time. The plebian tastes of millionaire America is beginning to make itself evident in the shape of gilded sum- mer palaces, well kept lawns, palatial yachts and other civilized luxuries strangely out of harmony with the wild picturesque beauty of the region, with its hundreds and hundreds of islands, some large, some small some great wooded areas many acres in extent, and others mere points of rock jutting out of the water, a constant menace to the unwary navigator, and a source of wonder and delight to the crowds of campers who throng the favored region during the hot summer months. The fishing is excel- lent. Bass, pike, pickerel and perch are abundant and for those who would fain try their hand upon something more worthy“of their skill, the mighty maski-
Fidelis.
nonge or ‘‘lunge’”’ as they are familiarly called, some of them weighing fifty and sixty pounds, lying low in their weedy haunts, Offer unrivailed sport and excite- ment to suchas are lucky enough to make a strike. In the fall ducks are fairly plentiful, although the automatic swivel guns and fast motor launches of the American sportsmen (?) are beginning to have the usual result. As a camping ground and health resort, the Thousand Islands, because of their easy acces- sibility and great natural beauties, will always rank as one of the finest and most desirable to be found in Old Ontario°
Allaboard! The boat gavea lurch as four reckless bodies hurled themselves into their respective places, seized the oars and with long ‘sweeping strokes, sent the sturdy little craft bouncing out into the stream. ‘‘Hurrah,”’ we cried, when, upon rounding the last pier, there burst upon our delighted eyes, the glor- ious panorama of the Thousand Islands dimly visible through the soft morning haze, the smooth mirror-like surface of the water reflecting the soft pink and gold tints of the rising sun, which leaped suddenly over the treetops and bathed the whole valley in a flood of golden sunshine.
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The scene was beautiful almost beyond description. Far as the eye could reach, stretched the blue island-dotted waters of the mighty river, until the whole seem- ed to unite with the heights of the main- land and dissolve in a fairy cloak of pink shimmering mist. We paused in mute wonder and admiration at the beauty of the scene, drinking in the pure cool air in great gulps. A loonlaughed wildly away over near the American shore, and its echo, striking against the rocky heights of the Canadian mainland, produced a strange medly of sounds. A wandering flock of plover flew over our heads, their long melancholy whistles sounding weirdly in our inexperienced ears. But suddenly a great fish leaped out of the water and fell with a heavy splash right beside our boat. The spell was effectually broken, we gave a joyful shout and with a mighty tug at the oars, sent our littlecraft nosing her way through
the water, leaving a long line of little eddies whirling giddily away in the rear.
We reached our destination after two hours’ pull at the oars, leaped ashore and hustled up the tent without any waste of time, naturally choosing a_ site in easy touch with the landing place. Then we built a rough-and-ready fireplace, arrang- ing the various articles which formed our camping outfit, and lo, the camp was in full swing, and while we enjoyed our first badly-cooked meal we will take occasion to introduce the participants of this badly planned but delightful escapade.
Taking the party in order of their res- pective size we will commence on the Owl, so called because of his very round face and large strange eyes ; the Wood- pecker, who rejoiced in the possession of a very red head of hair : the Printers’ Devil, thus honored, because of his in- fluential position on the staff of the daily newspaper of his native burg ; and last of all, but not least, the irrepressible Jake, who was the life and soul of the party, and who bore that unpretentious but very suggestive title simply because his fond parents could think of none more suitable to a person of his style of temperament. For equipment we possessed a very leaky house tent, a
- from the many
supply of yellowback novels, collection of provisions, and a stocky
little rowboat, which was too tough
to break and too wide to upset, to which
fact we probably owe our safe deliverance dangers into which we
were repeatedly venturing, regardless of consequences.
By some unfortunate misunderstanding the Printers’ Devil was appointed cook. Whether from respect to his wordly im- portance or from a knowledge of his proficiency in the mysterious art of mix- ing printer’s ink, is not quite certain, but at any rate the Printers’ Devil was unanimously elected to fill this respon- sible position which he did to the best of his limited ability and to the unbound- ed sorrow ofthe whole party. The queer concoctions and unsavory messes which he served up under the disguise ot high- sounding titles, would have done justice to a Chinese chop-suey joint, and it isa great marvel that some of the unfortun- ate partakers thereof did not break down from general derangement of the diges- tive Organs. How was he to know when the coffee was ready for use, or how to™ crack an egg without distributing the con- tents over the whole surroundings ? Such knowledge only comes after long exper- iences and, as we have before intimated, the Devil’s experience was confined to ink and waste paper, and when not other- wise engaged, to the manufacture of sev- eral original brands of ‘‘pi,”» which art he understood to perfection.
The afternoon was spent in reconnoi- tering and exploring the neighboring islands and in gathering a supply of fire- wood for the evening camp-fire, the im- portance of which was fully recognized even by we _ inexperienced campers. After supper we went for a sail among the islands, returning just as darkness fell. Then after mooring the boat for the night, we kindled the fire, and cere- moniously took our places around the blazing pile, the fire casting a ruddy glare over all jovial faces, and sending long quivering shafts of yellow light out across the water.
‘*Swap tales !”’ cried the woodpecker.
‘‘Let her flicker!’ we answered in chorus, and immediately he launched into along yarn in which ghosts and
a dubious
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pretty girls and daring adventures were inextricably mixed.
‘*Aw, cut it short,” cried the Printer’s Devil disgustedly. ‘‘You’se never saw nothin’ like that. Give us the real stuff.”
The Woodpecker paid no attention to the interruption, but stuck to his story with grim determination, although we could see by the anxious look in his eye, that his stock of imagination was begin- ning to play out. He arrived at a part of his tale wherein the ghost was supposed to indulge in a long blood-curdling wail, when suddenly there burst upon our startled senses a peculiar screech, half mournful, half appealing and wholly alarm- ing, bringing the Woodpecker’s story to an abrupt close, while the four frighten- ed campers gazed into each other’s eyes, with expressions of mingled doubt and terror.
‘*Holy smoke !” ejaculated Jake wild- ly, what’s that noise ?”
‘°Tis a foghorn on arock-bound coast,”
the Owl suggested solemnly, with many
shakes of his round head.
‘‘Wasn’t nothin’ fellers!’ the Wood- pecker declared decisively. “That grub’s gettin’ on yer nerves,” witha vicious glance at the unfortunate cook.
The words were scarcely uttered when the sound was repeated, apparently com- ing from a great clump of bushes some distance in the rear ofthe tent. It was one of the most doleful, depressing sounds imaginable, and combined with the dark- ness and the fantastic shadows cast by the flickering camp-fire, bid fair to cause a stampede among the ordinarily obtrusively courageous campers. At length after much unneasy shifting and staring, the situation was saved by Jake crying ina would-be thunderous voice. ‘‘I am your leader, follow me !” and seizing a burn- ing brand from the fire, he bolted in the direction of the dread sound, closely followed by the others. Guided by the cry, which was repeated at intervals, we drew cautiously near to the clump of bushes, and then stood waiting, undecid- ed as to which course to pursue.
‘‘Wait fellers !’ whispered the Wood- pecker cautiously, ‘‘mebbe they’s a wild- cat. I'lljust soak in this boulder and scare ‘im out”
Suiting the action to his words, he
hurled a big stone into the underbrush. There was momentary silence, and then a sudden whirring of wings, anda lonely little screech owl fluttered out and disap- peared into the darkness. The crest- fallen bunch wended their way back to the camp, extinguished the fire, and tumbled into the blankets in dismal silence.
But such sorrows are soon forgotten. Jake andthe Woodpecker arose at three o'clock in the morning and started out in the cold grey mist, ina vain quest for one or more of the forty pound mas- kinonge which frequent these waters. Alas, vain hope! Something went wrong with the steering gear of the vessel, or perhaps the effects of the night’s dreams were not yet dispelled, for the youthful fishermen got entangled in the shoals to the south of the island, and after tugging and pulling at the stubborn craft for nearly an hour were compelled to jump into the cold water and float the boat free from the rocks, during which opera- tion they succeeded in demolishing a brand new oar for which we were forced to pay about three times the original value. The pair returned to camp thoroughly drenched aud dispirited but soon revived under the cheering influence of strong coffee and a hot fire.
When everybody had recovered ina measure, from the effects of the morning meal, we got Our heads together and planneda grand fishing excursion. Dis- mayed by the results of the disastrous expedition of the early morning we deter- mined not to molest the big game but to confine ourselves to the smaller bass and perch which swarmed in the rocky waters nearthe shore. The bait we used Was avery attractive invention of Mother Nature, in the shape of the big gauzy May flies which obligingly clustered upon the leaves of the bushes right at our hand. The presence of this variety of bait undoubtedly delivered us from a very annoying predicament, as with cus- tomary lack of foresight, we had neglect- ed to bring artificial flies with us, except for a couple of home made strangely be- feathered fish hooks, at sight of which even the lowly crab might well have held up his claws in righteous horror and dis- gust. But the May flies proved amply
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sufficient for the occasion, and baiting our hooks and casting into the holes be- tween the rocks, we were soon pulling in the fish with machine like precision and regularity. The fish literally cried for the bait, and we administered to their wants pretty liberally too with the result that we soon had quitea number of the finny beauties flopping at our feet.
The Woodpecker wasn’t much ofa fisherman, but he came along just to watch the sport, and as we hauled in the fish, we entrusted them to his care, with vague instructions to ‘‘keep an eye on ‘em’ He wasn’t content with keeping his eye upon them but insisted in keeping his hands upon them too. But when our catch began to multiply in proportion, his hands, though inordinately large, were painfully inadequate to cover all the prizes atonce. Nothing daunted, the Woodpecker philosophically produced a string from the cavernous depths of his pockets , and gently inserting it through the gill of each fish, he tied one end of the string toa large stone and let the whole bunch over into the water, thus keeping the fish alive. When we con- cluded we had enough of that particular Sport, we wound up our lines and came to the Woodpecker to demand our bag. He endeavored to pull the wriggling mass from the water, but alas, and alas, the string, frayed by rubbing against the rocks, parted under the strain, and the Woodpecker went sprawling on his back, while the fish suddenly released from the enslaving bonds, swam away intothedeep, all tied together like a string of dried apples, to use a homely expression.
We were naturally ina very wrathy state of mind, ard vented our indignation by reproaching the unfortunate Woodpeck- er and hurling at him all the endearing epithets of w hich we could think. After enduring our insults for some time, the W oodpecker finally saved himself by in- quiring ina meek and patient voice, ‘‘What would those fish do when they came to the parting of the ways ?” The Subject certainly offered fertile opportuni- ties for discussion but although we argued the question considerably, we were unable to arrive at any satisfactory solution, except that volunteered by the Printer’s Devil, to the effect that the fish
would feel as though they had thin spaces in the ‘‘l-box,’’ which technical expression _ did but tend to increase the general mys- tification of the party.
The next day we planned an extended cruise up the river in which we were to spend the whole day, drifting back with the current at evening. We prepareda large basket of sandwiches, cold meat, and various odds and ends, and after securely fastening the openings in the tent, we went down to the boat and preceeded to stow the cargo. At that moment, the big R. and O. Steamer Toronto passed the Island, and we im- mediately tumbled in the boat and pushed out to ‘‘take the swells.’’ Taking the swells of a big side-wheeler lake steamer, is under ordinary circumstances, a very exciting and pleasant experience, but with youthful impetuosity, we brought our tiny craft too close to the course of the big leviathan, and when the swells did come we certainly got the scare of our lives. Welay to for a moment till the steamer passed,and then they were upon us with a rush and a roar, great rounded billows, in quick succession, almost as high as your head. At the first on- slaught, our stout little craft poked her bow high in the air, and then down she went into the next hollow, till we thought our end had surely come. The next wave came almost too quickly and we received a veritable broadside of water, thorough- ly drenching the unlucky Jake, who was perched precariously upon the bow. The waves passed quickly and when we turned to row back to the island the great billows were crashing upon the rocky shore, and high upon the crest of_ the first wave we espied our forgotten dinner basket. We hastened madly to the rescue, but alas for fond hopes, our basket of sandwiches resembled a package of patent stock food and we were forced to postpone our cruise to the dim and misty future.
The time passed all too quickly and we soon found ourselves nearing the end of our holiday. We were deter- mined to die game however, and to that end invited all the office chums to a grand campfire banquet, with a full course dinner. When the hour arrived, Jake and the Owl were despatched to town
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after the guests, while the Woodpecker and the poor Printer’s Devil fixed up the surroundings and prepared for the grand finish. The guests came and were de- lighted and charmed, etc., etc. We took them fishing and swimming and sailing and everything we could think of, until at last we settled down to enjoy the much vaunted full course dinner. Here was where the Printer’s Devil met his Water- loo. Everything was hoodooed right from the start. Ham and eggs were first on the list, but the fire was too hot, and set the ham on fire, burning it to a crisp, while the eggs simply ran away when the cook tried to break the shells as his Mother used to do. Then the field mice broke into our provision box and put the contents decidely hors-de- combat. The coffee wouldn’t sink,and in a wild endeavor to forcethe buoyantgrains down with a stick, the fluid was filled
with bark and sawdust, which with the addition of a bottle of sour milk,complet- ed the manufacture of a mixture, the first taste of which put the whole camp ina general uproar. The cook, after vainly endeavoring to explain the cause of such an unprecedented series of disas- ters, was forced to seek safety in igno- minious flight, remaining in the seclusion of the tall timbers till our thoroughly digusted guests were all well advanced on their way home.
The next morning we pulled stakes, and after bidding farewell to the scenes of our happy camp, returned to the city and the long day’s work, refreshed and invigorated by a week’s outing in the warm sunshine and pure healthful air, and cherishing a thousand happy memor- ies of the delights of camping among the Thousand Islands of the great St. Lawrence.
A Successful Deer Hunt In Muskoka.
BY AMOS GREEN.
tm PAVING made all arrangements for my annual deer hunt, I left Wood- —- stock, Ont., onthe last day of October by the Grand Trunk for Burk’s Falls. Onarrivingat that pleasant centre I hadto go thirty five miles down the Magne- tawan River to an old huating chum of mine, by the name of G. H. Ross.
It was the afternoon of the second day before I reached his place, and it was a fine evening we spent together, amply making up for any trouble in getting out to him. We hada long talk over old times and past experiences and the read- er may be sure that deer hunting was not forgotten. Two years had elapsed since we had seen each other and _ so you will understand that we both had plenty to tell and equally as much to hear.
Despite late hours we were out early next morning and with rifles on should- ers sought the woods for the deer. Just here I want to say that in my opinion this is the best, and indeed the only right way to go hunting. I was always opposed
to hunting deer with dogs, and my long experience has confirmed my early con- victions. We all know that it is instinct which teaches the deer to go to the lakes and take to the water to get away from the dogs. To have men stationed on the
lakes in boatsin order to shoot the deer
in the water is, in my _ opinion, little better than murder. I: am strong in my belief that hunters should go to the woods with their rifles, and if they can- not outgeneral the deer then they should allow them to go with their lives. I may be told that some sections are so thick with underbrush it is impossible to still hunt them. In such cases let a few men work together. By driving them out of the thickets and watching the runways they will soon get all the deer the law allows them. I am strongly of opinion, andconfirmed in that opinion by long experience, that the sooner the Goverment stops the hunting of deer with dogs the better it will be for all con- cerned — and I shall hold to this opinion
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whatever may be said to the contrary. It is an opinion founded on my own ex- periences in the woods.
However toreturn to my story. We had only penetrated the bush one half mile when I said to my chum ‘‘You stop here and give me fifteen minutes to get to Birch Tree runway. Then you come through the thicket and try and drive something my way.” There were many runways we knew and in order to dis- tinguish between them we had given them different names. In this way we had Birch Tree runway, Pine Log run- way, Sliver Cat Hill runway, Dead Horse runway, Beaver Meadow runway, and so on. On that particular morning it was Birch Tree runway that I selected and the result confirmed my judgment.
The period of waiting on the runway was very short before my chum drove three deer my way. As soon as I saw them I made out a buck, adoe, anda fawn. They were coming pretty fast but I stopped the doe with my first shot. The others stood still, and with my next shot I hit the buck so hard that he only ran a few rods and fel. There stood the fawn, about as pretty an animal as can_ be found in all nature, with its ears going backwards and forwards in an effort to locate the source of danger. Fora short time I looked atit admiringly and then showed myself when it vanished in a flash.
My chum cameup while | was engaged in performing the necessary operations and asked what I was doing? ‘‘Deer hunt- ing” I replied, and he remarked that it did look something like it. His next question was ‘‘What became of the little fellow?” I replied that I could have killed him very easily had Iso wished, but I did not journey to Muskoka for the purpose of killing fawns. With the fur- ther remark ‘‘Good, on your head; I wish there were more like you’; he set to and assisted in cleaning the deer.
To give my comrade hischance we vist- ed Pine Log runway but without result. Our next endeavor was made at Sliver Cat Hill runway and here my comrade
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coming over the hill scared up two deer in a thicket. He shot the buck and | stopped the doe, as soon as she came near enough, down the runway. We speedily performed the needful operations and taking the buck started for home. On the way I said ‘‘l suppose we'll have to stop hunting now as we have got our number.” He asked ‘‘What about my boy?” and I replied ‘‘We’ll, have to try and see if we cannot get him one to- morrow.”
Accordingly we three were on the trail bright and early next morning going in a different direction fromthe one wetook on the previous day. This time it was Dead Horse runway we selected, and placing the boy in a good position I played dog going through the thickets and swamp in an effort to stir up the deer. Going up a hill beside the swamp very carefully, I saw, when I reached the top, two deer on the opposite side. When I set eyes on them they had already discovered me and were off. However I secured a snap shot which broke the doe’s_ back. The buck made for the runway, where he met his fate at the hands of my chum.
After dressing both we carried the doe to a creek, and went home to dine. In the afternoon we took a boat up the creek and by its means got both deer out, hanging them up in the barn.
Next day we harnessed a team to a jumper and by going over some of the roughest roads I ever saw a team put over we reached Sliver Cat Hill and got the deer we had shot there. Before we got back the whole day had been taken up andthe nextone being Sunday we took a rest that we felt had been fully earned.
As there was no more hunting and I like to be of use I turned in on Monday and the next two days and helped with the turnips. On Thursday morning I put my deer on board the Weemona for Burk’s Falls where I took the mid-night train for Woodstock. This is the story of one of the sweetest and most success- ful little deer hunts I have ever had — and I have had a good many.
Our Fishing and Hunting Trip in Northern Ontario.
BY FRANK CARREL.
PART III.
PwLTHOUGH this very convenient A water highway, between two large -— lakes is christened the Lonely River, we met quite a number of sportsmen on it. We first passed a solitary American with a little dog, and his guide, ina bark canoe, with whom we exchanged a few words of greeting as we passed by, our five canoes gliding along almost abreast of one another, and taking up almost all the space between the two river banks.
The Colonel here called a halt, todem- onstrate the essential qualities of the greatest inven- tion any of us had ever heard of, as aservice- able and useful general articie, which he had brought o ver among a num- ber of things, from his native eo uniry. lt was a hot and cold water bot- tle not weigh- ing more than a quarter of a pound, inwhich you could place either iced cold or boiling hot liquid, and in either. case the contents would keep for twenty-four hours, in the same temperature as when it was put inthe bottle. We had some misgivings about this claim for the new invention and this was the day ofproof. The bot- tle was filled with hot tea at 6 a. m. and now it was past 5 p. m., almost twelve hours of a test, and when the Colonel handed me a cup of the tea, it was so hot I could not drink it, or even hold the cup n my hand, and quickly passed it on to the Professor, who, likewise gave it up, and so we publicly proclaimed our full
and hearty endorsement of the Colonel’s wonderful bottle, which he said, is now supplied to the whole German army, and with which they expect to win the next war. Between the glass bottle, and the second covering, is a compartment in which is placed a chemical solution, which has the effects of keeping the con- tents of the bottle in the same condition, cold or warm, as when put in, notwith- standing the kind of atmosphere to which it may be exposed.
A few minutes afterwards we meta large sized canoe under sail, with a lady
DAVID AND I ON THE TRAIL.
and gentleman comfortably sitting in e middle, andtwo guides, one at either end, silently going down stream, with a huge pair of moose antlers exposed to view. They werea magnificent trophy of the game land we were passing through, but the occupants of the canoe had not won the prize fairly—which fact could be discerned by our guides, who maintained they must have been taken from a moose in summer, probably by some Indians who are allowed to kill for food, in and out of season, and the pres- ent possessors had evidently made a
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good purchase somewhere. We con- gratulated them, and exchanged kodak snapshots as we went by. Afterwards we met the remainder of this party, an- other couple and two guides, in a canoe with two more pairs ot antlers, of more recent date, but not so good looking as the former pair.
As we all gazed upon the outgoing huntsmen and women, the Colonel ceuld not resist remarking aloud, ‘‘that there must be nothing left for us,” which was overheard by the passing strangers, who stimulated us by responding that ‘‘the country was full of them.”
This was somewhat encouraging, but not so to the very sceptical belief of the Colonel, who, by this time, had arrived at the conclusien that a man had every Opportunity to lie on the subject of sport aud it kept us busy exhilarating his spir- its with a few exciting moose and caribou yarns that evening. We occasionally perceived that the Colonel indulged in a private conversation with his guide, Pishabo, on the question of our probable success, and the number and quality of moose which we would bring down, but Pishabo was always discreet, and an equal for the Colonel in every respect, and never would he commit himself, so
cunning was the instincts of the race from which he sprang. About 5:30 o’clock we pitched our
tents ona low land, about half way up Lonely River, and with our large party, this came easy, andit was mot many minutes before we got a whiff of the ap- petizing bacon sizzling in the frying pan over the log fire. It was the same old menu, but ravenous appetites wanted nothing better, although we could boast of having quite a few delicacies stowed away in our supply chest and bags.
The Colonel had been fumbling around his dress suit case, which he had brought along with him, and gave us all a sud- den surprise by producing a razor strap and a small looking glass which he hung on a tree, and ina few minutes was en- gaged in shaving himself, offering as an apology for his conduct, the statement that he never felt clean while unshaved. This was a horrible insult to our feelings for the professor and myself had sworn
off shaving until we returned to a barber shop again, but we said nothing, and let the Colonel have his own way, our only regret being, that we did not have sufhi- cient light to photograph him at his work.
The water of the Lonely River was muddier than any we had yet seen and Pishabo said it would be worse further North, and particularly in Lake Abitibi, but we have discovered that, while it is brackish in appearance and full of sedi- ment, it is quite harmless and has no bad results, so we all drank as much of it as we wanted without any misgivings.
Whether it was the sight of the antlers in the afternoon, or the glorious moon- light night which inspired the Colonel, we never knew, but he had no sooner handed inhis tin plate, knife, fork and cup, than he picked up his gun, and with Pishabo, who had made a bark horn, somewhat shaped after a cornicopus which he tested several times by the riverside, left us to hunt moose by the light of the moon. I followed with faith- ful David shortly afterwards, going in an opposite direction. We stole quietly down the Lonely River, the full enjoy- ment of which can never be properly de- scribed. It was a night when not a leaf, twig or bough stirred in the heavily wooded forest on our right, and left. Some trees stood straight; others slanted in every direction; some were pulled from their roots by windstorms, others. suffered from deformity in growth, but all living in that awful silence of the dark deepinterior. The little river shone up in thousands of shadows cast upon it from the openings between the trees, which lit up its silvery waters, over which one could see in the long dim dis- tance, the winding course which it fol- lowed, or look up atthe starlit sky, which made a finishing touch to the sub- limely thrilling sensation which such a night was capable of inspiring within the hunter, who loves nature as dearly as he loves sport. It was a question with me whether the charm of such a trip was not in realizing just such an experience— combined with sleeping under canvas on the soft balsam boughs, and all the other enjoyments of living the simple life, with God’s noble creatures of the silent places
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—in preference to the real object of our trip—to kill.
With me it was the former, and all the moose in the country would not have made up for that one night; it was so gloriously refreshing in every respect. There wasa tiny little gurgling of the water as our light craft glided down the stream, but nota murmur came from the dripping of the paddle which foretold that David was an expert in the art and that Was not surprising when it is known that he was amember of one of the oldest hunting families in the Temiskaming regions. .
While sitting in the bow of the canoe comfortable and happy, I| fell into a half conscious slumber from which I was sud- denly startled with exclamations from David, in which I could distinctly hear the word ‘‘moose,”’ and that. was. sufh- cient for almost anyone, let alonea man on the lookout for one, but on taking a quick survey around me and seeing noth- ing nor hearing a sound I was beginning to wonder the cause of David's interrup- tion when I got a whiff of the polluted air, which at once intimated that there was arotten carcass of a moose lying somewhere about which the foxes were no doubt having a busy time devouring.
This incident made the turning point in our little night excursion and as we turned back David made another remark, presumably repeating what he had pre- viously said, which | had only half heard, which fact he must have noticed from my action,so he repeated it again. It was ‘“‘moose! bad! stink!” Well, I guess it did, and very badly at that.
Our paddle home was another pleasant experience, passing the solitary sports- man, dog and guide, sitting in front of their campfire, almost as quiet as the ct- mosphere of the surrounding trees which were sheltering them and as_ we _ passed along gently I offered a subdued saluta- tion, a pleasant night’s rest, and good luck on the morrow, which brought forth an equivalent series of good wishes for myself, and then the same entrancing scene for another few miles, only broken with the sudden flop, flop of the muskrat. as he disappeared from the surface, brought an evening never to be forgotten —to an end.
We arrived at the camp about ten o’clock and found the Colonel standing near the fire, complaining of having been ‘‘very cold.”” He was solicitous of my condition, but when [ told him I only felt ‘fa little chilly,” he thought that queer, and then muttered: ‘‘Oh, well, [ see how it is, | went up the river, which is further North, and you went down, which is further south, and that is why we did not both find it cold.” But I knew the reason was _ in the fact that | was more warmly dressed than he was, but he did not appear to believe this. We were both very sleepy, the bracing night air and the long paddlehaving been too much for us, and after partaking of a little of the contents of a savoring hot stew of partridge and duck, which Joe, the cook, was preparing for our morn- ing’s repast, we sought our couches among the balsam aud cedar branches, and wrapped up in our blankets, entered upon an enjoyable and well earned sleep.
It was considerable of a hardship to get up at 5:45 o’clock next morning, and the Colonel and myself were awakened with a stiffness in our shoulder blades, and other points around our anatomy, but. the professor never deigned to say how he felt, so we came tothe conclusion that he had stood the test better than we had, although he looked the most played out man the night before, that is, the Colonel and I thought so, but he claimed that his canoe partner was not up to the mark, owing to his recent illness, which accounted for his canoe always being the last to reach camp.
There had been a heavy frost during the night and in addition to the ground being covered, our moustaches were quite white and heavy looking, as well. Our breakfast that morning was a delicious treat, of Northern Ontario duck and partridge stewed with onions and other condiments, savoring aftera ‘‘Delmonico Extra Speciai Entree.’’ We_ prefaced it with rolled oats and cream, the latter be- ing made to perfection by diluting a quantity of the condensed cream with water. We also finished up with stewed prunes.
Everyone’s appetite had _ by this time increased twofold, excepting that of the Colonel, over which we were beginning
BAY AT UPPER END OF OPASATIKA LAKE, WITH REVILLON FRERE’'S STORE,
WHERE
to worry, although he claimed that he had eaten so much at the first meal in camp, that he was frightened of bringing on a second fit of indigestion. His first experience in camp life before we started had resulted in a fearful spell of indiges- tion which made him cautious as to over eating, but the little he did eat was re- markable. None of us were surprised to hear of his illness, when we learned that the Professor was experimenting on the company with some fancy chafing dish recipes, such as Lobster ala New-
burg, etc. At seven o’clock David and I made the first start, heading up’ the Lonely
River, which continued for a mile or two further, taking some photographs on the way, to show the fine birch foliage which bordered both sides of the little river. It was a beautiful morning and as still and peaceful as the night before, and when we left the river and entered what ap- peared to be a great big lake in itself, it only turned out tobe
the lower bay of the Opasat- ika, or Long
Lake but it was entirely shut off
from the main portion of the lake, and. al-
though a bay it seemed to be more like a sep- arate body of water. The scenery on it
LUNCHING ON THE COLONEL STUDYING OUR MAP.
SHORES OF LONG LAKE.
WE CAMPED.
was very grand, and well repaid us for ourearly start for we realized it could never look the same later on in the day. Away at the far end some miles away, was the solitary sportsman we had passed on the Lonely River the night previous. He had evidently proceeded on his way much earlier than we had, and _ in conse- quence had quite a lead on us but we caught up and passed him _ before noon, he having to go ashore to repair his canoe which had sprung a leak.
Leaving this round bay we turned at right angles, and entered a narrow chan- nel with rocky slopes, the first appear- ance of arocky or mountainous land we had seen. The water was very deep and the land on either side was quite precip- itous, but the former was as sluggish and muddy looking as all preceding wa- ters we had come through, and _ the foli- | age along the banks was not so thick or good as that in the district further south. It consis ted mainly of ‘ pop- lar, white birch and _ balsam. The leaves of the former were in a more ad- vanced state of coloring than
those we had passed, which I found = strange
as the end of September in Quebec, is gen- erally known to be the most fa- vorable time of
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the year for viewing this grand spec- tacle of the forest, but here it is evident the season is somewhatlater. The chan- nel we passed through was seven miles long, and then we entered into a wide expanse of the lake, and here the wind favored us to such an extent that the Professor mounted his sail and took our two canoes intow. The four men in the other two canoes not to be outdone by our leisurely way of getting along, went ashore and cut down some small balsam trees, standing them up in the bows of their canoes, and followed us with their novel and original means of sailing. It was extraordinary how well we went along for about seven miles, when the wind suddenly became squally, and after experiencing a narrow escape from swamping, we had to give up the lazy sport and take to paddling once more. Half way up the lake, which is about twenty- five miles in length and in some places five to six miles broad, we stop- ped for lunch, ona point com- i manding abeau- tiful view for many miles up and down the lake. Here we
onel was compelled to acknowledge that he was beginning to feel quite hungry and did wonderfully well taking a double helping of everything and a big bowl of tea, which we all did at every meal, when we did not take two or three, one of which would be about equal to three or- dinary home cups.
On the narrows of this lake we stop- ped at a solitary log cabin in which dwelt William Polson, a famous Indian cuide of this district, who formerly resided at North Temagami, but is now cettled here if such a term can be applied to his little home and a few feet of clearing around it. Polson is a splendid looking fellow, standing over six feet, and displaying a magnificent form of physica] develop- ment. Some years ago he made quite a name for himself by Carrying a pack of seven hundred pounds OVer 4 small por-
tage which won him the reputa- tion of being the strongest Indian in the whole of the Algonquia Tribe. An or- dinary pack for the Indian in this district is from 150 to 200 pounds, al- though it is more often the
enjoyed another B'LL POLSON IN FRONT OF HIS HOME. THIS INDIAN former than the
excellent meal of much the same menu with the addi- tionof canned peaches for dessert. Need- less to say, we were all ravenously hun- gry, and while I was in the habit of help- ing myself out of the frying pan to the lean slices of bacon, I now began to look for the fat pieces, and also went so far as to put my weak digestive organs to the great test of assimilating chunks of bread soaked in the greasy fat which came from the bacon, as it was fried. Sucha thing never entered my mind on any other trip, and what was more satisfactory than anything else, was the easy way in which these frugal, but wholesome outdoor meals agreed with us. Even the Col-
GUIDE CARRIED SEVEN HUNDRED POUNDS ONA PORTAGE AND BECAME FAMOUS OVER THE FEAT.
latter. Totheun- initiated, forty or fifty pounds would bea very cumbersome and heavy load to bear over the uneven paths known as portages, al- though in this country they are void of the steep mountainous climbs, which have to be overcome in the district be- tween Quebec and Lake St. John.
Polson’s wife, a cripple, and seven children were living with him, and we took several snap shots of the family, in- cluding the baby in the Indian cradle, which consists of a board with a bag mounted upon it, into which baby is safely secured, and the whole is hung in a very convenient place anywhere around the wall.
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We were fortunate enough to get a dozen fresh eggs from Polson, whose live stock consisted of a few hens and about a half dozen dogs, after which we took our departure, promising to call in on our way home. During our visit we had asked Pishabo to have a quiet heart to heart talk with Bill and endeavor to relieve him of some information as to where there were some good moose hunt- ing grounds, but the result of the inter- view was not successful, notwithstanding, Pishabo used all kinds of diplomacy and tact, but he was up against one of his own kin, and this kind of information is
considered ‘‘confidential and sealed” among the Indians. However, while
Polson would not give any secrets away, he was goodenough to refer us to the agent of Revillon Frere’s post, further north, who, he said, knew of some good hunting sections. About three in the afternoon we crossed the wildest part of Long Lakecom- ing into view of
several large and very well shaped moun- tains one of which looked like a sugar loaf, and the other an ele- phant’s back and head.
These mou n- tains, not more than seven or eight hundred feet high, tower over the others to such an extent that they are very conspicuous, andmake welcome objects to the newly arriving voyagers paddling up this very large stretch of inland water. Even my guide David, who had said nothing all the while we were together that day, went into ecstacies over the sight and exclaim- ed in his gruff Indian fashion, ‘‘Look! big! mountain!”
At the upperend of this lake we passed into avery narrow bay, filled with minia- ture conical shaped islands, looking like
REVILLON FRERE’S POST ON THE NORTH END OF LONG LAKE AT THE HEIGHT OF LAND.
the pinnacles of mountains entombed in the lake, and exposing their crests above water; and at the extrem2end of this in- let we landed. Here we found a log cabin, one end of which was converted into a store witha rough counter and crude shelves, and the other was used as a residence for the storekeeper. This was a post of Revillon Frere’s of France, who have recently come to Canada, and are opening up an extensive trade in the paths of the Hudson Bay Company.
We found the post in charge of John MacDonald, who was born at Moose Factory, and served twenty-two years in the Hudson Bay Company, at that point. He was extremely obliging and rendered us every assistance required. The store and its few shelves of supplies in this lonely spot so far north, was quite inter- esting. Prominently displayed on the walls as you entered was a sign printed in large black letters, stating, ‘““No_ credit” — which was cer- tainly familiar to many of us and gave no end of amuse- ment as the Colonel had been appointed treasurer at the start of our ex- _=| pedition, and : when we sug- gested his bringing along some small change, he was puzzled to know how we could spend real money in the woods. We priced many of the goods which are sold to the Indians, prospectors and sportsmen, and tound them very reason- able, as may be judged by the following list: Butter, 35 cents; tub butter 25cents; pork, 25 cents; bacon and ham, 35 cents; flour, 8 cents; cigarettes, (Sweet Caporal) 15 cents.a package or two for 25 cents; and most of the leading patent medicines sold about the same price as. they do in the cities. It was surprising to see the cigarettes, and even cigars, in such
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quantities as we did, but the agent said the Indians were great smokers of both, when they had the money to buy them, and always went in for the best in stock, which was the same thing with tobacco, in fact, they bought the best cf every- thing when they had the money in their pockets.
Revillon Frere’s have adopted a cash system in their trading with the Indians, which in this part is taking very well and much better than in some more distant, or Northern districts. They buy and = sell for cash leaving the Indian to purchase his supplies for the winter or sum- mer where he pleases; and with this sys- tem, they are changing the customs of the Hudson Bay Company, who were in the hab- it of giving credit where it was wanted among the hon- est Indians, and it may be said that most of them are that way, excepting perhaps t hose who have had much to do with the white man, which is certainly not at all creditableto that race, but is nevertheless the truth, and has to be told.
The above prices of store supplies are those which prevailed at Temagami, over one hundred miles south some twenty- five years ago, which goes to show how the trend of civilization is rapidly grow- ing Northwards, in the Province of On- tario as well as the west. Today goods are sold inthe Temagami district, at al- most the same prices as they are sold in darger cities of Canada.
THE PROFESSOR ON A MINERAL HUNT.
At this point on Long Lake we brought everything ashore and commenced a quarter of a mile portage to a small lake at the upper end of which we came across another small lone log cabin, the retreat of Tonena, the chief of the Temagami Tribe of Algonquin. The owner was ab- sent from hoine, probably away on_ his hunting grounds, as at the time of our visit the Indians on the various reserva- tions were making preparations for their winter hunt, and those who WELE MOE) en- gaged in guid- ing or other occupations to detain them, had already left for the woods to set their traps. Carved over the door- way of one of the small out- buildings, were
the letters, Gre Ke ee signifying that some of the
members of the Keewaydin Ka- noe Klub, who roam). these parts, had been there.
This point is beyond the Height of Land between North Bay and Hud- son Bay, and on it we dis- covered a spring of clear cold water, the first of its kind we had found on the whole trip, and the only spring water to be had between Temagami and Lake Ab- itibi. We quite naturally refreshed our- selves with copious cups and proceeded on another portage of three quarters of a mile upon which Jack French, one of our men, killed a porcupine with his re- volver, which drew fortha strenuous reprimand from the Professor who re- gretted our Government did not have a similar law to that existing in the State of Michigan which forbids the killing of
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this innocent little animal because it is the only life of the forest, which can be killed without the aid of firearms owing to his slothful manner of getting along the ground or out of danger’s way, which affords anyone so unfortunate as to lose themselves in the woods, an op- portunity of obtaining some meat food to subsist on.
Running parallel with our trail, was a wide, log road over which, what is known as an alligator boat is capable of hauling
itself. his is a steamboat shaped like a scow, which can be used on land or water. When onthe ground it is at-
tached to several big trees by a chain cable, andthen draws itself along the ground by the aid of a windlass, while in the water it propels two side paddle wheels. We came across several on our trip, all of which could have come along the same journey that we were making under steam pressure. They are occa- sionally used by the Hudson Bay Com- pany and the large lumber firms to bring in supplies in the fall of the year and tow timber in the springtime.
It was growing late when we reached the end of this last portage, so we de- cided to camp alongside of another small lake two miles long and filled with is- lands. Our camping site was on an ele- vation overlooking a swamp, and then beyond that a little lake and the moun- tains in the rear, and asthe sun went down we enjoyed a grand spectacle of sky coloring. Strange to say we were bothered with mosquitoes, to us an un- usual circumstance for the time of the year, but our learned Professor told us that in such a place, even at Christmas, if it happened to be warm enough, these pests would put in an appearance though they disappeared on this occasion, as soon as the sun sank from view.
The scenery all around us was an im- provement on what we had already seen, and the Professor informed us that we were now in the Paradise part of the whole route to Hudson Bay. The trail we were following is the same which has been used by Indian and white man for the past two hundred years, or since the first discoverer found this great water highway trom the St. Lawrence to Hud- son Bay. From what we had seen, it
certainly is a well devised course of na- ture, made to suit the progress and pur- poses of civilization in almost as direct a line as human skill could artificially build it today. The small rivers connecting the big lakes are more like canals of the present age, and lead from one body of water to another without any difficulty or obstructions, outside of a few small portages.
This was to be our separating point, for the prospecting party under Professor Campbell, with whom we had joined forces so far, were leaving on the mor- row for Abitibiand Amikitak lakes, on the search for minerals for the Colonel’s German Company while we had decided that, owing to the loss of two days on our way up, we would have to dispense with our projected trip to Lake Abitibi, if we were to have any time to get a moose or bear, as we were due in Hailey- bury on the fourth of October, so this was to beour last night in camp to- gether.
Tents up and fire blazing briskly, with frying pans and tin pots steaming over- head, told us that supper was in course of preparation. It was the same old bill of fare and not a murmur issued from the boarders. The bacon was as much rel- ished with the dry bread, and tea towash it down, as they had been on any other previous occasion, and that was every meal we had partaken of so far, while the only addition to the menu that even- ing was stewed prunes, the Professor thinking this a fitting occasion for a little ‘‘something extra” as he called it, but we thought if he was as generous as he appeared to be, he might supply an- other kind of ‘‘special’”’ a little later in the evening which, after considerable pressure, many hints and a great deal of gallant diplomacy, was finally subdued, and brought forth the much abused flask of ‘‘twenty-eight-year-old.”
Around this lake were hundreds of dead tamarac trees which our authority on all matters of mineralogy, geology, botany and everything else,the Professor said were killed throughout this north- ern country by an insect accidentally brought out from Norway.
Our first visitors .as we struck camp that night were a couple of scavenger
THE PROFESSOR WRITING UP HIS DIARY.
birds, known under many names such as “Whisky Jack,” ‘*Meat Butcher,” ‘“‘Blood Bird,” etc. He was very wel- come, and the first we had seen on the whole journey, although they are very common to the social life of the winged element around camps in the Province of Quebec. They were doubly welcome here for the reason that birds were very scarce in the whole forest we had passed through, and the Colonel was constantly dinning into ourears, what a difference there was between the awful silence in our forests and the bird melody of those of his own dear country, where the sing- ing of many pretty members of the feath- ered trtbe make music in the trees all the day.
Supper over, the Colonel got very busy again, hustling around for his rifle, and at the same moment ordering Pishabo to get his bark horn ready for another night’s hunt.
The prospecting party was sitting around a huge log fire as we ventured out into the silent darkness of the lake, heading for the grassy moose patches
and inlets. The Colonel and Pishabo took one side, and David and I the other so that we should not shoot each ether by mistake, and furthermore that we would each have our own hunting terri- tory like the Indians of old, and even the present day.
We circumnavigated bay after bay, loudly calling to Mr. Bull Moose to please come out on the lake and _ be shot at, but received no responses. After spending an hour or two in visiting these inlets, where we thought there would be moose hiding somewhere in the deepness of the foliaged shores, I said to David, ‘Il guess there is no moose around here!” to which he doggedly replied, ‘‘don’t know! can’t tell!” which remark was most assuredly appropriate enough. Nevertheless, it had the effect of making him puton a spurt, as we entered a nar- row stream which wound in and out, just asthe Lonely River hadcoursedthrough a marsh of over an eighth of a mile wide, although the stream was not more than ten feet in width. Then we ran into a large lake full of islands, just asthe moon
48 ROD AND GUN came out and made everything look beau- tiful. We paddled around and patiently called the moose for another hour, after which we would listen attentively to hear every movement in the woods and in this respect, | was not slow in noticing that David’s hearing was excellent. He de- tected the least noise or rustle, and in- variably announced to me in a whisper, what animal it was that oftentimes broke the tranquility of the night, sometimes with the most awful wail, disgracefully disturbing the peacefulness of the locality on that serene night. We paddled and waited among the bays and inlets of this lake for over an hour, when I espied a dark threatening looking cloud rising in
the wake of the moon, which I surmised Thinking
from view,
would soon overshadow it. that it would hide it entirely
andnot knowing the wonderful power of my guide in being able to find his
AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA.
which had come to his notice inhis many years of guiding. The hero of his story was afflicted with such a nausea, about the time a moose appeared on the scene, that he dropped his gun and rolled over on the ground, and the guide had to do the shooting, and this is the way some hunters get their big game.
But in the midst of such an outing we were surprised to find the Colonel’s mind was sometimes racked with business, and as we turned infor the night, he said to the Professor: ‘‘Try and think out the division of supplies for tomorrow, for my mind is full of a business proposition, which came to me tonight while I was on the lake and I can think of nothing else;
and so the Professor was called upon to ©
do the thinking onthe subject of eatables as a pastime to lure him to sleep.
Aswe peeped over our blank- ets and looked throug h the opening of our
way home, tent next morn- through the ing, the appear- winding river ance of the and the intri- weather was cate channels anything but among the many favorable and islands which we were begin- seemed to make ning to realize a maze of every that our stay in lake, I gave or- this camp would ders to return THE FIVE CANOES LINED UP IN FRONT OF BILL PoL- be prolonged, to camp. We SON’S HOUSE. but after break- lost no time in fast the threat- our homeward journey, reaching there ening clouds moved away and about ten o’clock just as the light of the about ten o’clock we broke camp,
moon became totally obscured by the very cloud I had such doubts about and which caused the sky to have an ominous appearance for the morrow.
That night we sat around a large camp fire, and the thoughts of it being our last gathering together, made the occasion a jolly though sentimental one, and camp- fire stories pleasantly filled in an hour of great social entertainment for all hands. The Colonel, of course, was the object of all our jests, and as the subject dis- cussed was principally on buck fever, it was not surprising if his blood ran cold for a while. Even Pishabo told a har- rowing tale of the effects of this disease,
and our little flotilla of canoes continued on theirnorthward course. We passed through Snake River where the Colonel beckoned us to stay in the rear while he endeavored to shoot an owl, and then entered Island Lake, one of the prettiest of all the Northern lakes and well enti- tled to the name. The scenery was ideal and the coloring of the foliage on the shores of the lake which was in a more advanced state than any we had seen in any other part of our trip, lent an addi- tional beauty to the panorama of land- scape, magnified here and there by the stunted, or dwarfed maples, and a_ for- midable array of fern plants which bor-
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dered the slopes. The latter supplied a varied tinted bed for the taller and more majestic groupings of poplars, white birch and balsam which towered up to the sky resplendent with golden, red, russet, yellow and green garbs, and cast- ing their reflections upon the blue water, causing us to go into ecstacies over the sight. There is a something idealistic in the sensation of gliding along these si- lent waters in the midst of such a scene, beyond the reach of the turmoil of civil- ization, or the whistle of the iron horse. It was a country for rest, recreation, re- pose and communion with nature, and even the Indian who is accustomed to it, seems to crave it more after hehas tasted of the white man’s ways and customs of living, and it is no wonder, for it is the ‘‘simple life” pure and unadulterated.
We saw a large flock of ducks, the first we had seen since leaving Quinze Lake and about noon we parted with the Professor and his party, and with our two canoes, the Colonel and Pishabo in one, and David and I in the other, we solemnly wended our way towards the east, into avery long arm of Island Lake, while the others continued on due north.
All the rivers were now flowing north- ward inthe direction of Hudson Bay, as we had passed over the Height of Land, and strange to say in just the opposite _ direction to those we had passed through the day before, although by their stag- nant looking currents it would be difficult to judge which way they really were going.
The Colonel took one side of the lake, and we took the other and it was not long after we ijeft him that we hearda rifle shot and wondered what the Col- onel was shooting at, but something went wrong with his new shotgun, and he missed a young fox running on the shore.
The Colonel added sardines and stewed prunes to our noonday meal, and his ap- petite as well as my own, had increased to an alarming degree, and he thought to cater to them ina more generous diet, although to tell the truth, nothing actu- ally tasted so good as the old reliables— bacon, bread and tea, which seemed to
grow upon our daily needs with every meal.
The two Indians worked well together; much better than we had noticed before and in the preparation of lunch, jabbered away in their foreign tongue, in a man- ner we thought must have been a lively criticism of the respective members of the party we had just parted from; if we could judge from the occasional laughter and good humor. of the two. They seemed to be happy in the thought of being left alone with full control ofa little camp of their own and their feelings were naturally shared by the Colonel whose ideas of discipline were likely to be much better carried out than hereto- fore.
We both helped to get the lunch ready and then took our seats upon a rock, or fallen tree, and the guides wait- ed on us, bringing us our tin plate, forks and knives to match with bowl and spoon for our tea, whereas, with the larger party we had to join in the good natured rush for everything we wanted, and it was a case of ‘‘first come, first served,” or every man for himself, which was not exactly to the liking or bringing up of the Colonel in Germany, where every- thing isdone ‘‘just so,” and where the caste of man and servant is more dis- tinctly drawn thanit is in Canada or America. u
After lunch we paddled to the end of the bay, about four miles long, passed through a small river like the Snake, and entered another beautiful lake about five miles long, and as many wide, studded with many islands, where we decided to look around for a good camping spot to remain for two days if the sport prom- ised good. We disturbed several flocks of geese but the Colonel decided it was better not to fire at them for fear of dis- turbing the bigger game which we had come so far to capture. Supper of bacon, bread and tea, followed the erec- tion of our tents, the building of a fire, and the cutting of balsam boughs for our beds. We could do the whole thing in less than an hour, taking about the same time toeat and wash the dishes. In leaving the camp at night or at any other time, Pishabo was very careful to see that the fire was extinguished with
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pails of water, as he had known several cases of parties returning after an ab- sence to find everything consumed in smoke, by a stray spark falling upon the silk tents. This fact, more than the danger of setting the woods on fire, seemed to prompt him to this act of cau- tion, | am sorry to say, so the innova- tion of the silk tent has been a blessing in disguise to the lumbermen.
The sunset was glorious, and the wind from the North cold, but the situation of the camp was ideal, and the night’s hunt augured well. As the sun sank behind the hills, the two canoes were shoved off from shore with their respective occu- pants, bound in different directions. The Indians, not for- getting our tour of inspec- tion of the lake in the forenoon, had mentally mapped out the weedy bays where we were likely to meet the moose David and | were not very talkative, for the one very good reason, that we could not understand one another, so that our com- pany was a Si- lent one, but none the less agreeable, for on such night excursions quietude was necessary for the sake of the object of the mission, and the sur- roundings seemed to fit in very well with such a silence. David paddled, and I sat quietly in the bow with my loaded rifle crossed over my knees ready for any emergency, as we headed towards the east, with the glowing sunset in our rear. It was a perfect night overhead, with a sky as clear and bright looking as one could desire, and the rays of the rising moon struggling to sniff out the glow of the setting sun. It is strange that on this lake, sitting in the bottom
REVILLON FRERE'’S STORE AT LAKE ABITIBI WHERE THE PROFESSOR AND HIS PARTY SPENT A MONTH.
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of a frail canoe, slowly and quietly glid- ing along as we were, you get the feel- ing that you are on the top of the earth and that all the houses in civilization are away down below the low even range of hills which appear around the border of the lake like a wall holding the water in a great big basin, and this feeling grows upon you until you actually think that you have only to pick up a stone and throw it over one of the sides of the lake, and that it will roll away down into some city or town many thousands of miles below. The sensation was fascinating and quite sufficient to make one forget the moose in the wood, or any other game for that matter, but for the fact that we pres- ently entered a bay, and under the shadow of the foliage sur- rounding it, anda high rocky bluff, came to a standstill. Au the while we had been mov- ing along Da- vid’s paddling did not make a perceptible sound, but the motion of the moving craft Over the water, was. sufficient to keep one’s attention occu- pied. Now that we were almost stationary, the awful stillness of the recesses of the dark in- terior of the forest impressed itself upon me more than ever, and yet, it was all so thrilling and gently exhilarating. The air, the trees, and the water were so motionless that it was not tobe wondered at, that we waited patiently for several hours for any evidence of the presence of the monarchs of the unknown depths of far beyond who appeared to bein the same comatose state. Every now and again David broke the silence of the air with his calls imitating the hoarse gruff guttural grunts of the moose, made more
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natural like coming out of his bark horn and he seemed to do it to perfection, al- though | am told the moose will almost answer any human voice on the water, at certain periods of the year, but it would be folly to believe that alongside of a well trained call as that which David heralded to the nearby shore.
We changed places frequently and had almost covered the greater part of half the lake, when we took a long wait in an apparently choice bay, at the mouth of a little inlet, where David said ‘‘Moose! good! here!” which I understood to be a good place for the king animal of the wilds and was agreeable to continue the patient wait. Here we were lucky enough to get aresponse to our calls, and then began % tedious and exciting
INDIANS CARRYING A HUDSON BAY WAR CANOE.
half hour, keenly listening to every little rustle or crackling of the branches among the trees or underbrush which followed, the approaching moose slowly but surely making his way towards us. The wind, however, unfortunately arose just about that time, and blew in shore, and David moved away saying: ‘‘Moose! smell man!” which meant that the moose, so near, would get ascent of us, which was likely to make him suspicious of danger, so we took a turn round a point, think- ing to find another bay where we would get to the windward of him, but the lake had become so rough and the trees were making such a noise from the swaying of their branches, that we could not re-
main there very long, so decided to re- turn to camp, steering close to the inlet where we had first heard the moose.
We had hardly reached the spot than [ was startled by David excitedly whis- pering, ‘‘quick! moose! there!” and peer- ing ahead into the inky darkness of the shore about three hundred feet away, I could distinctly see the outlines of an enormous moose with huge antlers, evi- dently staring in amazement at our pres- ence on the lake. I raised my rifle ina hurry and fired without much aim, but the distance being short I considered the chances were very much in my favor. After the first shot the moose was seen to spring in the air and then _ slowly re- cede into the dense woods. I followed the first shot with three more, and waited for several min- utes, listening to the slow re- treat of the monster animal. This was all that we could do that night, so made for camp, to tell the good news, aS we were quite sure that we had brought down our big prize with the first fatal shot.
We were over four miles from camp, with a veiled moon to light our way and again I had another experience of David's most extraordinary power to discern the course among the many islands, direct to where our tents were pitched, which to me seemed an amazing feat as there were no landmarks of any kind which could be seen, and we were returning in a different course to that which we had come. Every point l thought we were camping on, was a dis- appointment, and thinking that David had lost the way I questioned him on the subject, but he replied: ‘‘No lost; Pish- abo there,” pointing in a direction which afterwards proved that he was fully aware of our whereabouts and the exact loca- tion of our camp, which we were head-
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ing for all the while.
When we finally arrived at the camp we found the Colonel and Pishabo sit- ting in front of the fire, anxiously await- ing our return for news, which of course we were delighted to supply. We re- lated our adventure, and the Colonel was in consequence full of congratula- tions over our great success. Then we indulged ina hearty supper of bacon, bread and chocolate, retiring shortly af- terwards.
The Colonel intimated that he would make an early morning hunt, and went to sleep with the request to be called at four a. m. His intentions were very good andI wished him all manner of luck as I bid him good night, and tucked myself in my blanket to sleep under the influence of the swishing lullaby pro- duced by the swaying trees outside our tent. The Colonel awoke at two, and three, but failed to respond to the gen- eral rule of argument in cases of this kind; and he was as ‘‘mad as a hatter,” when he looked at his watch and discov- ered it to be 5:15 a. m., and notwith- standing the weather was unfavorable for hunting, being cold and blowing hard from the North, he stopped at nothing, so enraged was he at oversleeping him- self. He leftin his canoe with Pishabo, as if his mission was pressingly impera- tive, or with the knowledge that a moose was impatiently waiting for him. He had awakened me but I deemed it good policy to be silent about that time and just think of my big moose which we had
decided to search for during the middle of the day.
About seven o’clock I was again dis- turbed by the return of the Colonel, about as disgusted a sportsman as our party ever could boast of. I courteously although meekly, enquired if he had seen anything, to which he replied, ‘‘No, not a thing, and | have spent the most miserable two hours of my life, with my hands freezing and my teeth chattering with cold,’ and then he took off his coat and top boots, and crawled into his rab- bit skin bag, grumbling about everything in general, but he was not going to be done out of his usual fifteen minutes’ dose, though on this occasion he retired again more particularly to get warm- The Colonel was a great believer ina ‘fifteen minutes” additional snooze after the first awaking in the morning. He was the first to call out the guides, and get everybody up after which he would roll over for hismuch coveted semi-sleep, which little indulgence he never over- stepped by taking advantage of any more than the regular time he was so accustomed to.
One morning I quietly got up and left the tent, instructing the guides to make as little noise as possible, in order to see if we could make the Colonel do more than his fifteen minutes, but the plot failed, as he walked out ofthe tent at exactly the allotted time, as though he had been aroused by an alarm clock, or a battery of guns. Such was the exam- ple of force of habit.
( To be continued. )
The Ontario New F a eanil Game Act.
smiiE Bill revising the Ontario Game Laws, to which so much attention ~ has been givenin our pages, has be- come an Act, and itis now possible to compare the present law with the former- ly existing one and see what changes have been made.
In clause one the title is altered from the ‘‘Ontario Game Protection Act” to the ‘‘Ontario Game and Fisheries Act.” Clause two is altogether recast and now provides that ‘‘this act and all regulations made thereunder shall apply to all game,
hunting, shooting, fish, fisheries, fishing and all rights and matters relating thereto in respect of which the Legislature of Ontario has authority to legislate, but shall not authorize or be deemed to au- thorize any interference with the naviga- tion of any navigable waters.”
Clause three is made the explanatory clause and contains no less than eleven subsections. By the inclusion of fish and fishing matters within the four corners of the Act several increases have been made absolutely necessary.
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By clause four the Lieutenant Gover- nor in Council is authorized to make re- gulations for taking over and keeping all archives, ete. relating to the game and fisheries of the Province, providing for the making of records and returns by fish companies and fish dealers and the further wide one of all ‘‘other provisions as may be necessary or desirable for the administration and enforcement of this Act, and of any regulations made there- under as hereinafter more particularly authorized. All regulations are to be read as part of the Actand to come in
force immediately upon publication in the .
Gazette.
Clause five places the adminstration of the Act under the eontrol and direction of the Minister of Public Works and makes it a branch of the Department to be known as the Game and Fisheries Branch. Sub section three also abolishes the Game Commissioners.
The sixth clause provides that an ex- clusive right to fish in navigable waters can only be had by express grant and the following clause enacts that fees, fines, etc. be paid to the Provincial Treasurer.
Indian treaty rights are reserved in full force in clause eight.
Part 11 of the Act is commenced by clause nine which intensubsections gives the Lieutenant Governor, (or in other words the Government), extensive dis- cretionary powers. These include the varying of the close season in certain out- lying districts, forbidding the possession of guns in certain areas, the licensing of guides,requiring the employment of licen- sed guides bynonresident huntersetc. The tenth clause provides that non residents shall not hunt without the authority ofa license.
Instead of ‘‘close seasons” as under the old actit is now ‘‘open season,” and instead of being in clause four it is clause eleven that specifies these important particulars. After all that has taken place on the subject the open season for deer remains unaltered. The open season for big game remains the first fifteen days of November south of the Main line of the Canadian Pacific Railway and one
month north of that line commencing on October 16th. The ten sub sections of section one and the two other sections are practically taken from the old act with scarcely any alteration.
Clause twelve and thirteen are similiar to clauses five and six in the old act.
Clause fourteen with four sub sections deals with the killing of deer and provid- es that no licensed hunter shall kill more than two deer, one bull moose, or one bull reindeer or caribou, except that two Or more persons hunting together and holding separate licenses may kill an aggregate of not more than two deer for each member of the party. Hounds are not to be allowedto run deer during the the close season.
Water fowl are dealt with in clause fifteen and the following addition as sub section three is made in the new Act :— No blinds or decoys for use in hunting duck or other water fowl shall be placed ata greater distance than /wo hundred yards fromthe shore or a natural rush bed thick enough to conceal a boat.’’ This is a most important sub section for duck shooters, and though some would have liked it to have gone further, most of them will be pleased restrictions have gone so far.
Clause sixteen prohibits the use of poisons and regulates traps and contri- vances while clause seventeen prohibits shooting at night. Both these clauses are taken entire from the old act.
Shooting for hire is forbidden by clause eighteen, the possession of the eggs of game birds is likewise forbidden in clause nineteen, and masks and disguises are also prohibited by clause twenty. These clauses are likewise taken from the old act.
A new feature is contained in clause twenty-one by which the use of the auto- matic gun is forbidden in the Province ‘in the killing of game.” There was strong objection on the part of several members to this course of action and the words quoted were put in asa kind of saving clause
The protection of the Rondeau Park is cared for by clause twenty-three and
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regulations are made for private preser- ves for stocking purposes in clause twenty- four.
Clause twenty-five deals with the On- tario law of trespass and enables an owner to protect his land from being over run.
Part three is entirely confined to fish, and clause twenty-six, with its five sub sections, gives the Lieutenant Governor power to forbid fishing without the auth- ority of a license, for preventing the de- struction of fish, regulating the number, size and weight of fish allowed to be taken, regulating the propagation and taking of frogs,and providing for licenses for non resident fishermen.
The taking of sturgeon in any manner whatever, except under the authority of a license, is forbidden by clause twenty- seven and the taking of fish or spawn for artificial breeding or scientific purposes is also forbidden except under license by clause twenty-eight.
Special provision is made in clause twenty-nine for the river and lake Nepi- gon and, their tributaries, no fishing whatever being allowed therein either by residents, non residents, Indians, guides or any person whatever except those who hold licenses for such fishing.
By clause thirty the Superintendent is authorized to set apart or lease any waters for the natural or artificial propagation of fish and provisions are made for the pro- tection of such waters.
Nets are in future to be marked with the names of the owner or owners in such a manner as to be visible without taking up the nets and any net not so marked will be liable to confiscation. This is provided for inclause thirty-one and the following one arranges for the liability to penalties. No lease can be sub-let, trans- ferred, or assigned without the written consent ofthe Superintendent according to clause thirty-two.
From here down to clause thirty-eight there are provisions for lessees not being entitled to compensation for errors, right of passage, adjustments of disputes, rights of leesees, liabilities of trespassers, rights of holders of timber licenses, as to navigation and the prohibition of fishing within the limits of preserves.
Part four deals with possession, sale
and transportation and contains several
new provisions. The Lieutenant Gover-
nor in Council is authorized to prohibit
or regulate the traffic in snipe, quail,
woodcock, partridge, speckled trout, bass
and maskinonge ; to authorize the im-
portation and sale in the Province of game
and fish lawfully killed elsewhere, and to
prohibit the possession, purchase, sale or
transportation of any series of fish in the
close season. Game lawfully killed in
the open season may be kept till the first- day of the following year, and skins of deer, caribou, and fur bearing animais— may be had in possession during close
season under the authority of a license
issued not later than ten days after the
close of the season. Provisions are made
for hotels and restaurants and it is to be
an additional offence if the forbidden
game or fish is served upin any other
name. Inspection is to be facilitated by
lessees and licensees.
No transportation will be allowed with- out shipping coupons or in close season with the exception of game lawfully killed in other Provinces. No salmon trout, lake trout, or whitefish weighing less than two pounds undressed must be transported. The particulars are to be marked on parcels of fish or game, and non resident hunters are to be allowed to take their game, legally killed, home when accompanied by shipping coupons.
Licenses take up the whole of Part five and authority is given to the Lieutenant Governor in Council to make regulations governing the issue of licenses, increas- ing the fee of nonresident hunters to fifty dollars,granting a special free license for guests of residents, and reducing the non resident license fee to the inhabitants of the other Provinces to the same rate as the people of Ontario are allowed to hunt in the respective Provinces. The conditions of the licenses are dealt with in clause forty-seven and provides that no license is to be issued to a convicted person, there must be no transfers, while licenses are subject to cancellation, are in fact cancelled by a conviction under the Act, and their issue is to be discre- tionary. By clause forty-eight the license feeis to remain at twenty-five dollars ‘until otherwise provided by regulation increasing the fee tonot more than fifty
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dollars.’’ The resident license for deer remains attwo dollars and for moose, reindeer, or caribou, at five dollars. Licenses must be’ produced on demand and within a fortnight of the close of the Open season a return must be made to the Superintendent giving particulars as to the use of such license. Failure to make such a return will be an offence and these offences will increase with each succeeding month while failure is not made good. The coupon arrangements are the same. Licenses for cold storage andfor game dealers in open season as well as for hotels, restaurants, and clubs are provided for. The fishing licenses for Nepigon River and Lake and adjacent waters are carefully guarded. The non resident angling license of two dollars tor anindividual and five dollars fora family, to be valid only for the calendar year in which the same is issued, is now made a provision of the Act and no long- er rests upon an administrative order. Provision is made for the issue of licenses to guides and the fee is fixed at two dol- lars or under.
Administration, which is afterall the most important part of the Act, inasmuch as the effectiveness of the whole depends upon administration, is dealt with in Part six. Under the Minister the administra- tien is given to an official to be known as the Superintendent of Game and Fisher- ies. Inspectors, not exceeding three in number, are to be appointed for the pur- pose of examining all applications for the office of Game and Fishery Overseer, and seeing that such officials properly and efficiently discharge their duties after appointment. Under them are to be ap- pointed Wardens of Game and Fisheries, not exceeding seven in number, who are to have charge of and be responsible for the enforcement of the Act in the districts for which they shall respectively be ap- pointed. All these officials will, by virtue of their appointments, become Justices of the Peace for the purposes of the Act and all regulations thereunder. Overseers are to be paid by salary or by special re- muneration for work performed, and will not be entitled to receive directly any fines imposed for offences under the Act. Provision is made for the right of search
and punishment provided for abuse of power.
Part seven deals with procedure, evidence, and penalties. All prosecutions are to be brought before Justices of the Peace, the information must be laid with- in six months after the commission of the offence, and every violation in respect of each game bird, animal or fish is to constitute a separate offence. The onus of proof of innocence is to be placed upon any person found in possession of any game or fishin the close season. Possess- ionis to be taken as prima facie evidence of guilt. A defendent is to be a compet- ent and compellable witness. The peaal- ties for offences against the large animals are fines not exeeeding one hundred dol- lars or lessthan twenty dollars together with the costs, and lesser offences a fine not exceeding fifty dollars and not less than five dollars together with the costs, or imprisonment for a period not exceed- ing three months. A_ second offence within two years renders’ the person liable to not less than double the minimum penalty anda third conviction at any time to the maximum penalty. Disguised and in possession of fire arms when com- mitting the offence will render the person liable to imprisonment for a period not exceeding three months without the op- tion of a fine. All fines in which officials are prosecutors go to the Provincial treasury, and in the case of private pro- secutors one half goes to such prosecutor. All game or fish illegally taken will be confiscated upon seizure and any article of whatsoever kind included will be like- wise forfeited. Even in cases where convictions are not actually recorded the confiscation holds good if any offence has in fact been committed.
The changes made, as will be seen from this fairly full analysis given, are not so great as were foreshadowed. The greatest by far is the combination of the two departments, and thatis a step to- wards thetime when forest, fish and game shall be elevated to the dignity of a Department all to itself in charge ofa Cabinet Minister with no other duties to discharge than those of conserving and preserving some of the finest assets with which a country was ever blessed.
Alpine Club of Canada. Paradise Valley.
BY M. P
BN 1894 Messrs Wilcox and Allen with two companions spent a con-
siderable portion >f the summer ex- ploring the mountains, then almost un- known, in the vicinity of Lake Louise. Leaving the lake one morning, they fol- lowed the Lefroy glacier to its head and started to ascend what is now known as the Mitre pass. The weather had _,be- come cold and stormy and they encountered considerable dif- ficulty, but they steadily worked their way to the summit. Just before reaching the clouds began to break and from the summit they gazed down into a valley of open meadows and winding streams illumined by rays of sunlight through rifts in the brea king of0 ude.” “lm: pressed by the sudden transition from rock, ice and storm, they immediately named it ‘‘Para- dise valley.”’ Paradise valley lies a short dis- tance to the east of Lake Louise. It is an ideal spot for the mountaineer, lying as it does at the base of some of the hi gs hes t peaks near the railway. Mt. Temple on the east, rises to the height of eleven thousand six hundred and twenty-six feet above sea level, Hungabee and Le- froy at the head of the valley are both over eleven thousand while several other
pass, the
THE GIANT'S STAIRS, PARADISE VALLEY.
BRIDGLAND.
peaks, easily accessible reach an eleva- tion of over ten thousand.
At the extreme head of the valley, fed by avalanches from the precipitous sides of Hungabee and Lefroy, lies the Horse- shoe Glacier. A little further down, are beautiful open meadows dotted with groves of larch and spruce through which many small streams flow from the glacier and snow-slopes above. One of these streams is worthy of espec- ial notice. It flows through the meadows for nearly a quar- ter of amile over an almost level floor of quartzite, and then entering a grove of spruce, plunges over a series of ledges whichvery much resemble a huge stairway.
A little further down the valley is heavily tim- bered but agood trail leads either direct from Lake Louise or up the valley from the wagon road to Moraine lake,so that thetraveller of the present day can see the same beauties as the pioneer explorers, without enduring their hardships.
Second Annual Camp.
Arrangements for the Second Annual Camp, which is to be held in the Rocky Mountains of the Pro- vince of Alberta, are now so far-advanced
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that the circular giving these arrange- ments in detail has been issued, and members are busy making their personal engagements fit in with freedom for the first fortnight in July. This year instead of starting ona Monday the Camp will open on Thursday, July 4th, giving visitors from a_ distance an opportunity of travelling to the scene during the week, and will close on the following Thursday, enabling many to reach their homes, or different points at which they may have engagements,the same week. The programme is a full one and includes daily trips to many places of interest, a two days’ round trip, official climbs Sic.
A meeting was held at Banff at the end of April to consider the organization of the camp to be held in Paradise Valley near the charm- ing Lake Louise.
Paradise val-
ley is One of the most attractive spots of the Rocky M oun- » tains of Alberta. - The peaks are higher, more ruggedand more worthy of achievement than in the Yoho valley. A copy of the camp cir- cular will be found below.
The mountain outfitters, who so loyally and generously contributed their own and the services of their men and horses to the first annual camp in the Yoho val- ley, were invited to attend the meeting at Banff. Arrangements were made with them to furnish transport for the second annual camp. Their names are as fol- lows:—R. E. Campbell of Laggan and Field ; Otto Bros., of Field, Leanchoil and Golden; E. C. Barnes of Banff, and S. H. Baker of Glacier. These men are trustworthy, reliable and competent. Parties arranging trips in the mountains cannot do betterthan secure their services.
PINNACLE MOUNTAIN,
OVERLOOKING PARADISE VALLEY.
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Sixty-five mountain ponies wil] be in daily use at the camp.
Visitors to the camp who are interest- edin the flowers of the region should have with them Mrs. J]. W. Henshaw’s book, ‘‘The Mountain Wild Flowers of Canada.”’ The simplicity of the text en- ables those whose scientific knowledge is limited to easily identify the numercus species. The book is arranged accord- ing toa scheme of colors and, on this account, the identification of flowers by outdoor collectors is much simplified. It is well indexed under both scientific and everyday English names. The Publish- eris William Briggs, of Toronto, and the price is $2.00.
Professor Herschel C. Parker, otf Columbia University, has become the first Life Member of the Club.
There are Over twenty ap- plications wait- ing to go out 1OE Dal liocts among them a name for honorary mem- bership, that of Colonel A. Laussedat, Member of the Institute of France ; Mem- ber of the Geo-
graphical So- ciety of Par:s ; SENTINEL pass Directeur Du
Conservatoire Nationale Des Arts et Metiers ; and father of modern topographical photography.
Mr. Wheeler has the matter of the Club’s annual journal wel] in hand. It will be a substantial magazine sumptuous- ly illustrated. Sir Sandford Fleming has contributed an article giving reminiscen- ces of mountain experiences, Mr. Wm. Whyte has sent greetings, and Ralph Connor a humorous sketch of the ascent of Cascade Mountains in pre-climbing days. Professors Parker and Fay of the
58 American Alpine Club, the Rev. S. H. Gray, of Dundas, the Rev. Dr. Herd-
man and other’climbers have contributed racy and informing accounts of mountain- eering among the Virgin Peaks. The President has written on the Canadian Rocky Mountain system asa field for mountaineers: and the Secretary (Mrs. E. Parker) has dealt with the relation of the Club to Canada. In addition to these, there are articles by other mem- bers who have spent many summers in the Canadian Alps. The members are entitled to one number, gratis. Two thousand copies will be issued and put upon the market.
Members who desire to attend the Paradise valley camp are requested to give notice as soon as possible, as ac- comodation will only be provided for those sending such notice before the 20th of June. Those who do not send noti- fication must not feel dissatisfied rf, when _ they arrive at the camp, they find that no accomodation ‘has been made for them.
The Librarian is looking happy over the latest addition to the library, being all the volumes of Appalachfa issued since the Appalachian Club began climb- ing north of the 49th parallel. This is a most valuable gift. Next ?
The following is the full text of the Camp circular containing an outline of all the announcements made so far :—
The Camp will be situatedin Paradise valley, near the beautiful Lake Louise, at an altitude of six thousand three hundred feet above the sea. It will open on Thursday, July 4th and close on Thursday, July 11th.
A start willbe made from Laggan Station on the Canadian Pacific Railway. Members attending may go direct to the camp, orif they have preparations to make, may start from Lake Louise Chalet, three miles from the Station and five from the Camp. Those who find it possible, are advised to gather at the Chalet on the evening of July 3rd, but thetrains through- out the week will be met.
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The number of persons who can attend is limited to two hundred. You re,
therefore, requested to notify the Presi- -
dent, at the earliest possible date. Appli- cations to attend will be accepted in the order received, due allowance being made for distance.
CHARGES
Active and Associate members will be charged at the rate of two dollars ($2.00) per day while at the Camp. This does not include hotel expenses. The charge at Lake Louise Chalet, to members, will be at the rate of three dollars ($3.00) per day during the week.
All Graduating members who qualify for active membership will be charged at the above rate.
All Graduating members who fail to qualify, and ail persons, other thas members, except as hereinafter specified, will be charged at the rate of three dol- lars ($3.00) per day. Otherwise, except in the case of certified representatives of Scientific Societies and of the Press, it is necessary to become a member of the Club to attend the Camp.
All nominations to membership must be proposed by three Active members and be in the hands of the Secretary of the Club not later than the 25th June.
Certified representatives of Scientific Societies and of the Press will be placed on the same footing as Active members with regard to the privileges of the Camp.
Members to be eligible for the privileg- es of the Camp must be in good standing; that is, have paid their dues for the eur- rent year. : TRANSPORT
Arrangements have been made with the outfitters to hire fifty ponies for the week of the Camp. The above charges include transports of camp baggage, and as far as possible, of visitors to and from the Camp, andto and from the various points of interest, for which ex- cursions will be arranged daily.
Those using busses to drive to the Chalet, or to the nearest driving point to the Camp, will be charged with the usual tariff rate.
No person attending may bring more than forty pounds of baggage. If in
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excess of that amount, transport will be refused until the weight has been reduc- ed to the limit. Camp baggage should be as light as possible aud should consist of two pairs of blankets weighing about fifteen pounds, a small feather pillow, a change of clothes and boots, toilet articles,
etc. No trunks or boxes can be handled. COSTUME Those intending to climb require
heavily soled boots, well set with nails. Knickerbockers, puttees, sweater and knockabout hat furnish a serviceable costume.
No lady who wears skirts or bloomers will be allowed to take a place upona chmbing rope, as they are a distinct source of danger to the party. Knicker- bockers with puttees or gaiters and sweater will be found serviceable and safe.
Each member who intends to climb should bring a pair of colored glasses. Colored mica glasses are suggested. They can be bought from any druggist.
Please state on what date you will ar- rive at Laggon and for how many days you will remain in camp.
Those who can only remain between Sundays are privileged to come to the Camp on the 2nd July, but the official
opening will not be until the 4th July-
Prior to the opening date, all members will be supplied with membership cards, and on registering at the Camp, with badges. Those unable to produce their cards and badges when required will not be afforded transportation during the week.
It is expected that the Canadian Pacific Railway Company will give the same rates as last year, viz: — areturn trip for a single fare from all points on their lines in Canada. Notifications will de sent later.
The choice of two mountains will be offered for the official graduating climb, viz:—Mt. Temple eleven thousand six hundred and twenty six feet and Mt. Aberdeen ten thousand three hundred and forty feet above sea level.
Two Swiss guides, loaned by the Canadian Pacific Railway Hotel Depart- ment, will be in attendance.
All Graduating members elected prior to the Camp of 1906, who have not qualified for Active membership at the end of 1907, will then ceaseto be mem- bers of the Club.
Arthur O. Wheeler, President. Box 167, Calgary, Alberta. .
Mrs H. J. Parker, Secretary. 160 Furby Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
A Young Canadian in East Afnica.
Shooting Two Lions in One Night.
} and articles in this Magazine are
-— devoted to Canada, and experience has shown the field is wide enough to re- quire all our energies, it is yet pleasant to be able to relax our rule in favor of a young Canadian who, as a_ hunter, has
PY cod acice as a rule the stories
_ won distinction in another quarter of the
globe. Prect. Frank N: Gibbs; F. R. G. S., extracts from whose diary we are allowed
to give below, livedin Port Arthur, Ont.,
and joined the last Canadian: contingent sent for service in South Africa as a Lieutenant. At the close of the war he preferred to remain in the country, and being by profession a mining engineer he
found ample scope for his services. He was entrusted by the Portuguese Govern- ment with the laying of the pipes from the mountains seventy-five miles away, to supply the city of Lorenzo Marques with water—a task in which he was em- inently successful and which led to fur- ther tasks being entrusted to him. Mr. Gibbs has had some fine hunting exper- iences, and has bagged more big game. than most men. Doubt is .expressed if any Canadian before Mr. Gibbs has en- joyed the thrills accompanying the shoot- ing of two lions in one night. German. East Africa is now said to be one of the few countries where visiting sportsmen can be reasonably sure of finding big
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game. The following are the extracts from Lieut. Gibbs’ diary:
[a Camp, on the Summit of the Man
Mountains, Feb. &th, 1907.
Am returning from my trip towards the German East African Border and ex- pect to be in Naivasha in two days’ time. Today makes the twenty-fourth day since leaving Naivasha and I have been very
lucky indeed shooting everything. I came here for Neuman’s Hartibeest,
Wilderbeest, Topi, Eland, Giraffe, Hy- ena, Wild Dog, Leopard and Lions. I have had fine sport and some very excit- ing times so will have many a yarn to spin to you When we'meet again. , There are only four other species of big game in this country now that I have not shot
and [ am going to have a try for three of *
these yet. These are elephant, kudoo, oryx and buffalo. Elephant I shall have to give up an idea of this time as it is the wrong season of the year for this country and [donot want to go imto Uganda for them as it is in the bad fever districts where they are found.
The camp Iam now writing trom is about [2,000 feet elevation on the sum- mit of the Nan Escarpment and it is quite cold, ice at night, think of it, and almost on the Equator too!
think one of the happiest days of my lite was the day following the night when I bagged my first lions. I suppose there are not twenty-five per cent of the sports- men who come here and spend five or six months who go away witha lion. This is how it happened: On the 29th I shot a cow giraffe by mistake. It is difficult to tell the difference between the cow and the bull at a distance and as my Shikari said one of five wasthe largest and a bull | promptly shot it at a distance of three hundred yards. It is against the law to kill a female and you are only al- lowed to kill one bull giraffe tor which you have to pay a special license of five pounds which | had taken out. An_ in- fringement of this law is liable to a fine of some 800 rupees so as there was only the Shikari and myself present at the time we left the giraffe and came away.
The next morning being again out for giraffe, my Shikari, whom I sent on
ahead withthe pony to scout for lions at
‘after them.
some kills I had left out for them (it be- ing about 5:30 a. m.) came back and re- ported that he had come across a giraffe which had been killed by lions and_ par- tially eaten. (This was for the special benefit of the camp followers who were with me). The fact that lions had vis- ited the carcass and eaten a _ portion of the giraffe was however quite true enough as I plainly saw on visiting it, so I decidedto sit up that night and had a clump of bushes arranged within about ten feet of the carcass. That night two lions came within forty to fifty yardsand roared but they evidently suspected danger and did not pay a visit to the giraffe so nothing came of the first night’s vigil. I decided, however, to situp the next night also. What happened I will just copy from my diary which I wrote up the next day:
Jan. 3lst, Thursday, 16th Day out
from Naivasha.
About 6 a.m. I took Jammar, my second Somali gun-bearer and a few men and started out down the valley after giraffe again. | saw no signs of giraffe until I had crossed over into the next Valley, where I sighted three, two old ones and a young one about three quar- ters grown. They were feeding on some trees at the edge of an open plain about halfa mile away. I was obliged to wait patiently about half an hour until the giraffe had passed into the bush and down a declivity and then started out I succeeded in getting with- in four hundred yards when I was con- fronted with an open space of one hun- dred and fifty yards on whichI came un- der the full view of the giraffe, which I couldsee feeding. I succeeded howeverin safely negotiating this by a painful ser- pent like crawl on my belly, thereby reaching the cover of some thin bushes, from which latter point of vantage I suc- cessfully stalked them to. within a hun- dred yards, when a careful examination with the glasses led to the disclosure that they were all females, very much to my disappointment. I had been walking about five hours, so decided to stop and have abite to eat and a drink and then returned to camp, reaching it about 6:30 p.m. After some dinner I then, with Oswan, my head Shikari, took up my
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position beside the kill. I was very tired after nearly twelve hours’ walking during the day and was soon fast asleep, leaving Oswan to keep watch. Evidently he fol- lowed suit later on, for about one a. m. Iwas suddenly awakened by the most fearful crunching noise and the tearing of partially dried flesh, followed by a pe- culiar noise. I shall never forget the sensation as the lion mouthed and masti- cated the great»chunk it had ripped off. My heart commenced thumping like a steam hammer for there was no mistak- ing the sound.. No other animal could ‘rip, tear and crush flesh with such power.
Theresucceeded to this first noise offlesh eating, quietness,a patter of padded feet, which told methat the lion or whatever it was had cleared and my hopes dropped to zero. Slowly, however, and with great caution I emerged from my _ blan- kets and got into position so that I could see out of the small peep hole in the bushes for that purpose, a sort of small port hole, and taking my double barrel- led 450 Cordite rifle across my knees awaited further developments. There was a moon, but it was obscured some- what by clouds which made sight very difficult.
A few minutes passed, and then two lions were suddenly heard at the car- ‘cass; one at each end of it. A crunch, a tear, and then both of them scampered off again to return once more after a short interval. This time they were ap- _ parently satisfied that there was no dan- ger, for they commenced ripping and tearing away at a great rate. By strain- ing my eyes I could just dimly make out a moving form as it worked away at its midnight meal. As I continued to strain my eyes the form became clearer and I _ could see the lion take a bite and while _ chewing it turn its head and stare right into my face, not ten feet away. It evi- dently imagined it could see something but was not certain. The next problem was to get the rifle into position and an attempt or a guess at the sighting, with- out the least bit of noise, for that meant good-bye to the lions forever, if the slightest sound was made. Inch by inch between bites, I advanced the muzzle of the rifle, the lion each time turning its head and looking at me, until finally the
rifle was in position to fire. The next few minutes were ones of great tension as I strained my eyes to their utmost to try and see the sights and get them lined on apoint which I thought would be the center of its shoulder but it was no use and I had simply to guess my best. The result I must leave to Allah and yet | felt that the dream of my existence de- pended upon the line that rifle was point- ing in, as I pulled the trigger and let loose, a 450 soft nosed messenger of death. Then a report like a clap of thunder boomed out on the stillness of the night, to be immediately followed by an almost equally loud roar from the throats of two lions simultaneously and I could see dimly two objects leap past my vision and then black despair settled down on me at the thoughts of having missed the only chance I_ might possibly ever have of bagging a lion. My _ feel- ings of disappointment at that moment were indescribable. I remained thus in the same position as when! had fired, with barrel of the rifle still half way through the ‘‘port-hole” and the butt at my shoulder, just how long I could not say (as I seemed to be in a sort of stupor of misery) when | was suddenly electri- fied to life again by a roar which seemed to come from the busha short distance in front and to one side of me; this noise was followed just afterwards by a curious mixture of roars, growls and groans in- describable in their sqund but in which appeared to be mixed a mass of pent up feelings of anger, surprise and anguish. Oswan touched me on the shoulder and whispered in my earn a tone of sub- dued excitement, ‘‘He dies! He dies! He is dead!”
I thought so too, but my experience of lions being for the most part limited to zoos and circuses, | could only hope that it was true. Nevertheless not being able to see or verify the fact | was tormented by doubts andfears which only the ad- vent of daylight could solve and thus I must wait with what patience I could muster for the occasion. At one minute I was absolutely certain that I had hit fatally but the next minute when [| con- sidered all the conditions, not seeing the rifle sights, a very hazy object to fire at and the general excitement of the mo-
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ment, | realized how easy it would be to miss.
* [lay down in my blankets again and tried to sleep but couldn’t; I was so anx- ious to see the daylight, when we might go out to search for the wounded lion, if wounded it was.
I lay thus for probably half an hour when a slight noise attracted my atten- tion, followed a few minutes later by the now familiar sound of the rending of flesh; then there was ascurrying of feet which told me another lion had come and taken a mouthful of the giraffe. After a bit a soft foot fall and the breaking of a twig informed me that Mr. Leo was re- turning for another helping and in a moment or two he was ripping away at the same point where I had fired at the first lion. Threedifferent times he ran away and returned by which time, being satisfied, he settled down to a good feed. The clouds had cleared somewhat by this time and as I looked out I could distinct- ly see his form and the outline of his foreleg. As before I very cautiously got the rifle into position and again did I strain my eyes for all they were worth. This time I thought I could just faintly see the foresight and then I found the line of the backsight, then I got a line on his forearm and slowly following this upward, pulled, as I thought the center of his shoulder was reached. The boom of the rifie was answered by a mighty roar of rage as I saw an object leap six feet into the air and tumble down behind the body of the giraffe on the opposite side of us. A succession of deep roars followed during which I quickly reloaded and prepared for a possible spring from the lion at us incase he was not too badly wounded todo so. However ina few minutes the roars subsided to moans and then all was quietness again. I now know for certain that I had killed a lion and with a delicious feeling of having at last accomplished a long cherished wish, | again rolled myself up in my blankets ahd left Oswan to keep watch until day- light. In five minutes I was sound asleep. I was awakened by Oswan at dawn and we pulled the branches away
from one side of our hiding place and cautiously emerged with rifles at full cock. Going a little to one side I could
see the tail and hind quarters of the sec-
ond lion sticking out behind the body of —
the giraffe. I at once started to walk np to it when the Somali caught me by the shoulder and pulled me back saying he thought it was not dead. He thenthrew a stick at it but no movement did ‘the lion make; a second stick receiving a similar reception. He then cautiously advanced and gave its tail a pull. This proverbial twist not eliciting even a roar we concluded that it must indeed be dead and going up close I beheld an extremely handsome lioness with a coat in the very primest of condition. I alsonoticed that she was big with young and later on when we opened her up we found five little pups fully matured and now I have their skins as well.
Now, as to the first lion I had fired at. About twenty feet away from the giraffe I spotted blood from spoor which we fol- lowed cautiously, not knowing from which bit of brush we might expect a spring. However after following the blood fifty yards the Somali’s eagle eyes spotted the lion stretched out stone dead fifty yards further ahead. A lioness also with a likewise perfect skin shot clean through the center of the body about twelve inches behind the shoulder blade. The second lion was shot through the heart, the bullet also going right through the body.
The first lion had a hole through her that you could pass a walking stick through and yet she had gone exactly one hundred yards from the point where she was shot; farenough to charge and killa man. It illustrates the wonderful vitality of these brutes. In nine cases out of ten it is always the lioness which charges and the male follows.
I think that day was the happiest I have ever spent. I felt so good that I wouldn’t go out after the giraffe as ar- ranged, wouldn't go out at all except to go and shoot a couple of Brant’s gazelle on a plain a few hundred yards away, for the pot.
When the men or boys, as we call them out here, came to visit the camp in the morning and saw the two lions they simply went mad and then collected and executed a war dance about the dead lions.
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Mr. W.
me}VERY sportsman is interested in | horses and many of them are fortu- ———— nate enough to possess one or more of their own. A lover of horses is generally a good fellow and the gentleman whose portrait we give, is one of the best. He is an Ontario man who has gone out West and helped to build up that por- tion of our won- derful country. Mr. Mace has al- ways been deeply interested in good
horses and _ has owned many of them. His love
of, and interest in horses has caused him to be widely known to horse
men throughout the Dominion. He has recently been elected to
the office of Vice- president of the Winnipeg Driving Club, being himself one of the best Whips in Canada, and has been un-
Amateur
What the Ducks Say at Migration Time.
D. Mace.
animously selected by the members to represent the Club as an rector on_ the
Associate Di- Horse Committee of the Winnipeg Industrial Exhibi- tion Association. The Winnipeg Exhibition is the greatest Show in the West partak- ing of a_ national character, and the show of horses is something to be remembered by those who have been present when the Exhibition is ‘held. It is there- fore a great honor to be elected to such a positio n and is the best evidence that could be given of the position Mr. Mace holds in the estimation of his fellow members of the Winnipeg Amateur Driving Club. They area
unit in the opinion that he is the very best man _ for the _ position to which they have elected him.
BY THOMAS JOHNSON.
WANY sportsmen are conversant with } duck language. They know the " “alarm,” the ‘‘cooing’’ and the different calls to attract ducks, but few shooters remain at the different marshes until the day the whole duck family mi- grates to the south. That waterfowl are endowed to a wonderful degree with that hidden and mysterious knowledge, generally termed instinct, is beyond question. I had an experience of this, as it was my pleasure to be in the marshes of Lake Manitoba last October, the day previous to the fall migration, and never did I see this instinct so clearly demon-
strated. For days previous the birds were scattered in odd numbers over the numerous bays and creeks, but on this particular afternoon | noted that flock after flock were flying in one direction, and there was absolutely no shooting in the haunts that the birds had frequented all fall. I concluded that something was doing, and so paddled over to a big bay where | found thousands of the different species congregated. This bay at other portions of the season often contained numerous duck, but they were always as quiet as the proverbial mouse. Now everything was different. Talk about
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the chatter of magpies, it was silence it- self compared with the babel of duck con- versation now being indulged in!
How interesting it would be if we could comprehend duck language, but it requires after all no great stretch of im- agination to conjure up what they were chattering about.
‘‘What part of the South are you go- ing to Mr. Pintail?’”’ the canvas back would no doubt ask.
‘‘New Orleans,” he would reply and add, ‘‘If I can evade the market shooters until after the Mardi Gras, I will then come back to Manitoba, after that quaint ceremonial.”
‘‘And your destination, old ‘‘slate- back?”’—ducks of course use slang. ‘‘Ches- apeake Bay, the Delmonico of the canvas back. You probably know that wild celery, which I love, is more plentiful and delicious there than any other place, and the open water, to one endowed with my diving proclivities, makes it a verita- ble duck paradise; that is, if I have only brains enough not to sacrifice my life for my stomach, though that is often done by an epicurean member of the human family, by a too generous indulgence of the good things to be had at his feeding grounds in New York of the same name.”
‘‘Where are your winter quarters, Blue Wing?” said a specimen of the Teal fam- ily, with the green side feathers.
‘Oh, any old place until the creeks I love are thawed out again. I once thought them much safer than the open bays, but I am kept on the alert all the time to avoid the hungry hunters that make a special effort to shoot me, as they evidently prefer my white meat and plump body to your razor boned breast and brown flesh.”
‘‘Go farther north and feed like me,” said a fish eating specimen. ‘‘When those gluttonous murderers who serve you in their shooting lodges, without carving, would then have no desire for your fish tainted flavor.”’ ;
**You don’t know it all,’ retorted the ““Grebe.” ‘‘If a lady’s bow, or the trim- ming of her hat, could be made out ot
your breast plumage, as is done with mine, you would soon find that fine feathers run more risk than palate tick-
ling flavors.”
‘*Pardon me,”’ said the canvas back.
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‘“T am the swiftest flying bird of the whole duck tribe, and have the plainest plumage, yet command a bigger price in the New York markets than any one of you. My commercial value makes me the desideratum of the duck shooter and notwithstanding my alertness and swift- ness, I have to use all the powers with which I have been endowed to evade human ingenuity.”
‘‘Say,’’ said the Red-head to the Mal- lard, ‘‘aresome of your specie changing their color? Look over there, and you will see your counterpart, except the plumage.”
‘“‘That’s the Black-duck, which is in- digenous to Ontario. The bays of Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair were their fall feeding grounds, but the Government stocked the lakes with carp, and this ravenous fish ate up all the wild rice roots, so that the source of the food sup-
ply of the black mallard is destroyed, |
and they are now migrating to Man- itoba.”’
‘‘Don’t you think we ought to give them a hint to ‘‘stay in their own back yard?”’ You know that the Manitoba Government, for no apparent reason, have made an outlet of Lake Manitoha at Fairford, which has lowered the lake about two feet. The consequence is that, unless a hurricane comes from the north and blows the water through the gap leading into Clandeboye Bay, thous- ands of acres of our feeding grounds will dry up—in fact have already done so— and we don’t wantthese Ontario vagrants feeding in our grounds.”
‘“You red-headed thief,’ retorted the pintail. ‘‘You arethe last of the duck family that should talk so selfishly. We all know that you are too lazy to dive for your own food. You watch the canvas- back like a terrier at a rat hole, and be- fore his head is out of the water you grab from his bill the celery he has dived for.””
‘‘Clandeboye, as you know, is the only bay tributary to Lake Manitoba where wild celery is plentiful, and this delicious duck food is as seductive to our long- headed friend as a meal at the Royal Alexandra is to an epicurean, but your thieving propensities have driven the Canvas-back to ‘‘Oak,” ‘‘Shoal,” and ‘*‘Whitewater Lakes.”
‘“‘Nonsense, I'll tell you the cause.
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The human duck shooting family is made up of several. species, viz: Royalty, Aristocracy, Democracy and a variety whose component parts are French, Scotch and Indian called the Metis. Democracy is a combination of the mid- dle classes, and is usually ‘‘agin the Government” and the most extreme of them delight in damning royalty. Yet, if he get in its vicinity, he will rubber- neck like a spoonbill at a bunch of de- coys, and, if he can only get a nod of recognition from Royaity, he will herald it from the housetops. Yet he knows he is like the broken down musician who tries to earn a livelihood round the Eng- lish theatres and who claimed that dur- ing the operatic season he associated with Aristocracy. The one great differ- ence is—they are inside, he is out. But wherever Aristocracy goes Democracy will flock, and in consequence of the no- _toriety given to Lake Manitoba by Roy- alty shooting there, Democracy now in- vades these shooting marshes in hun- dreds, and that’s the reason nearly every specie is giving this Lake a wide berth.”’
**Yes, that may be right, but I cannot imagine why every class isso anxious to kill us.”
‘‘That’s casily explained. Royalty
shoots ducks to get a rest from the Con- ventionalities entailed by the_ position; -Aristocracy, because it’s the” correct thing—don’t you know—; Democracy, because he likes the sport and it gives him a rest from the worries of a com- mercial life. Bet the lucky Metis—at least a few of them—kill more duck than the balance of the duck shooting frater- nity, and get a salary for doing so. Some call them lucky. It’s not luck, it’s because they know how. Yet even lucky Bateese was envied by his compatriots, for does not Doctor Drummond say:
“I start about de sunrise and I put out
my decoy
I see Bateese, he sneak along de
shore.
An’ befor’ its comin’ breakfas’ he’s holler on he’s boy
For carry home two dozen duck or more.
An’
An’ I’m ffreezin’ on de blin-—me from four o’clock to nine,
An’ every duck he’s passin’ up so high.
Dere’s bluebill an’ butter-ball an red-
head, de fines’ kin’, An’ I might as well go shootin’ on de sky. But all de bird, an’ fish too, is give up feelin’ scare,
de rabbit, he can stay at home in bed,
An’
For he fish and shoot no longer, Ole Jean Bateese Belair, Cos he’s dead!” ‘*Peace to his ashes!” said the Wid-
geon, ‘‘and we may never see his like again.” But if ever I am shot, I wanta Bateese to shoot me. Save me from the novice who shoots at the atmosphere but occasionally, by accident, some of us fly in the shot circle, but only to be wounded and die a lingering death in the reeds! I want to say right here that, unless the Government puts a limit on the number any one shooter can kill in a season, we shall all be down and out, because Ameri- canshooters who have no respect formor- al, civil or humanelaws when it pertains to duck shooting, are doing their level best to exterminate us. They shoot at us seven days a week, when going south, and when coming back from the South. And when sportsmanship is dead in Man- itoba, and the pet expression of the al- leged sport—it would be a reflection on the man to call him sportsman—is, ‘Show many did you get?” there can be but one result, which is inevitable.
And so the chatter kept up the whole afternoon, probably winding up with good wishes for a safe return the follow- ing spring. They then indulged in a good imitation of a bevy of girls when seeing a friend off by train, concluding with all the pleasantries and formalities of duck society, which, if it could be translated, would almost approach hu- man intelligence.
About five o’clock, with a clear atmos- phere, the weather balmy and Foster predicting a fine, open fall, the ducks began to rise in large flocks. They would make three or four circles, rising higher every time, and would then sail away southward for their winter homes. The following morning the wind came from the north,.and by noon the bays were covered with a film of ice, and weather prophet predicters demonstrated that they did not know as muchas ducks.
To Hudson Bay by Canoe.
BY ROBERT T. MORRIS.
IERHAPS we have found the home @ of the very biggest brook trout on the continent, and we may have added the ‘‘Nebogatis” to the fly-fisher- man’s list.
Last spring, at about the time when chrysalids turn over in their cocoons and fishermen do likewise, one of my em- ployees asked about summer plans. When I told him we were going to Hud- son Bay he wanted to know if that was up above Peekskill. 1 answered ‘‘yes,”’ but was unable to give much more infor- mation, because my companion, Charles Wake, and I had been trying for three months to find out something about the country. Most of —~/ the information that s we collected proved
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later to have been wrong or mislead- ing. The reason
for this was because § few white men have 4 gone over the re-j gion that we trav- ersed excepting fu-
and the ae Bay Company peo- Fe ple. The latter dof! not care to give = much information ’ that is encouraging to visitors, and their, position in the mat- ter can be defended. Rival traders who enter the country are often irresponsible
FRAGRANT
men who take unfair advantage of the Indians, and visiting sportsmen some- times give the Indians such ‘wages and
tips that all of the rest of the Indians be- the thought of having the wigwam chock full of un- earned increment, and they lose interest in plain white folks who do not carry
come enthusiastic over
cash enough to sink them in case _ they get overboard. The Canadian Camp Club, which pro-
poses to have a stamping ground between Lake Huron and Hudson Bay, will be ully in accord with the Hudson's Bay
ARBOR VITAE THE BANKS. stream known as the Wakami River was
Company, which for more than 250 years ‘has managed the Indian, understandingly and kindly and to his very best advan- tage.
We had considerable difficulty in get- ting guides as none of the local Indians cared to take the trip at the time of their annual bear hunt, and there seems to be a disinclination for Indians of one local- ity to trespass upon the territory of others. In this primitive region each family has its own hunting and fishing ground, and certain lakes and streams are handed down i from father to son without written agreement, but in a that sort of mutual
f agreement which is as binding as other unwritten laws.
We finally se- cured from North Bay, on Lake Hu- ron, three Indians, who were unfamiliar with our proposed route, and of whom we knew little ex- cepting that two of them had been given bad reputa- tions by men who had employed them previously. Our starting ‘point was from Winneba go Siding, on the Can- adian Pacific Rail- road, at the height of land where a
OVERHANGING
suppoged to belong to the watershed, and to the system.
On June 30—Friday—we started down the unknown river with unknown In- dians, for the objective points of Moose River and the Bay. Let me say right here that the Indians all proved to be as good ones as we have ever employed, and that ‘‘badness” among men of var- ious colors often depends upon ‘‘who pushed first.” It does require patience to manage Indians, and one must be un- critical, considerate and at times human;
Hudson Bay Moose River
=.
‘moose and one red &
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but anyone who has managed children without having to drink will find little difficulty in having a royal time in the woods with the sons of the forest. It is said that old maids are the only ones who know how children should be
brought up, and if anyone goes into the woods with preconceived notions about what Indians should do he will do better devote the
to return to some hotel and vacation to writing letters upon the ne- fim gro question. We made onlyg about eighteen miles on the first day’s| run, as the stream® was low, with many ; long stretches of rocky rapids, and Wake and | tried to & act like squirrels among the tops off fallen trees while the Sere men guided the ca- jjme noes over a noisy & stream bed. There} were some plunging falls, and afew miles B
of still water, with® tracks of many ani- mals along the banks. During the
day we passed six B&
deer standing lazily Ea among the rushes and lily pads, and some of the moose
OJIBWAY
yards of them, although the wind was down stream, and we were not taking any pains to go quietly. Four of the moose were bulls, and two of them were very large ones. All of the first day’s run was through country that had been burned over many times, excepting for the oases of trees in swampy ground. Ifthe black locust will thrive so far north fire lines could be made with hedges of locust sown not far from the railroa¢. The fallen leaves of leguminous trees and plants seem to absorb’so much mois- ture that they are effective in forming barriers against creeping fires, and if the lines were not far apart they would check
TOKENS— CARIBOU BLADES. - allowed the canoes to pass within a few
headway of fires that otherwise fill the heavens with sparks for miles ahead. We made the following notes during the first day:
Waters moderately tannated, probably with tannates of both iron and magan- ese. Surface temperature 64 degrees Fahrenheit, noon. Stream bottom of sand and rocks, with banks of mud. Land rolling to hilly, consisting of sandy
gravel with a good layer of humus. Rocks of gray and * reddish Laurentian granites, with out- ‘cropping of erup-
tive Huronian at one point. There few drilt
-were a t boulders, and in all @ probability a wide ® terminal moraine would be found a few miles to the =¥ southward of our BE starting point, but there was no one who could give in- me formation about it.
Trees—Jack pine (P. Bankstana) pre- |} dominating. Aspen poplar and balm of Gilead abundant. Much black spruce, but little white spruce or balsam fir. Tamarack in the marshes. The tam- aracks were dying all the way to Hud- son Bay probably trom the attacks of the tamarack sawfly, and the natural en- emies of the sawfly cannot now arrive in time to save any of this forest. Arbor vitae grew along the stream banks, and added its fragrance to that of the batm of Gileads. Wesaw some paper birch and rowan, but these trees were not at their best here, or at any other point along the course of our trip.
Shrubs consisted chiefly of baked ha- zel, red willow, red dogwood and white bush maple. Occasionally we passed a group of striped maples, and here and there a thorn bush (Cradoegus) was seen.
Animals or their characteristic signs
SHOULDER
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observed: Moose, white-tailed red deer, varying hare, woodchuck (A monax), red squirrel, gray wolf, black bear. Porcu- pines were notably absent, and we were informed later that few porcupines and no wolverines are to be found in this whole basin. Musquash holes were in evidence, and we found plenty of otter sign.
Birds observed during the day were
bald eagle, spruce partridge, yellow ham- three toed woodpecker, kingfisher,
Canada robin,
mer, jay, rusty grackle, hermit thrush, wa- ter wagtail, red crossbill, , olive-side flycatcher, night hawk, song spar- row, white throat- ed sparrow, winter wren, bank swal- low and_ probably the rough winged swallow.
Fish were not observed, but we did not stop to do much looking, and the fish may have acted in the same way. Crustaceans were represent ed by crawfish, which were--extremely abundant, and one could get a mess for dinner in -a few minutes by turning
over loose stones near’ the bank. Molluscs casually
observed were fresh water mussels (l/nzo) and a rather abund- ant snail (Physa).
Battrachians were not as frequently seen on the first day as they were later in the summer, but we noted the common toad and a frog which I took to be Rana seplentrionalis. This was the only spe- cies of frog seen during the whole trip excepting one brilliantly colored leopard frog at Flying Post.
Butterflies were fairly abundant in the open burned woods, where it was rather difficult to capture specimens for identifi- cation, but the following genera wete ok-
A JACKFISH.
served: <Argynnis, Liminttis, Papilio, Prerts, Colias, Lycoenaand Melitoea. We saw no other kinds of butterflies on the whole trip excepting an Oenezs or Satyrus near a spring on Lake Matagaming. We were unable to capture a specimen, although inthe attempt Wake and. I scrambled over windfalis and through the mud in a manner unbecoming to great bear hunters and dignified salmon fishermen, and it was difficult to explain to the Indians just what we were trying to do. We take off our hats to the nim- ble wood butterfly, or at least we did doso. Ephemeras of many species were in greatest abundance, and I do not remember to have seen this fish food in more profuse supply any- where.
On July; the second day of the trip, after a long glide through still water and past burned forest, we suddenly emerged upon a lake of en- trancing beaut y, surrounded by pri- meval green forest. Bold headlands of granite were softly gray and white with caribou moss. | There were little
rocky islets, pretty
sand beaches, reedy bays and all of the features that poets like to find about the ideal lake. I named the lake in honor of my compan- ion, and we soon found a perfect camp- ing spot onan elevated plateau rising a few yards above a small sand _ beach, among fragrant arbor vitae trees, with great towering spruces andcherry barked red pines for abackground. It was a hot day, and we found right at hand a trick- ling spring in the sphagnum moss, with a temperature of 42 degrees Fahrenheit.
We spent two days on Lake Wake and explored an adjoining lake and the forest.
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The two trees which we added to the list of the first day’s trip were red pine and black ash. The lake was shallow, and the greatest depth that we found with the sounding line was eighteen feet. Fish were plentiful, and we soon had the fry pan sending out a fine rich odor to compete with the spice of the conifers and the aroma of birch wood burning. While the fish were turning brown and juicy we picked a mess of green blue- berries and stewed them with sugar for a delicious dessert, to the delight of our Indians, who, like most of the Indians that I have known, were unfamiliar | with thenice things | to be picked up by | the way. The fish that we captured were jackfish (Z. luctus), yellow perch and suckers (C. catostomu s). Great numbers of whitefish came to the surface at even- ing, but we did not happen to catch any of them on the fly or with our collect- ing nets. We cap- tured them later on in the trip, and found that the spe- cies was Coregonus labradoricus.
On July 3 we broke camp reluct- antly and passing the outlet of the first two lakes, slid down stream on a morning that was SO quiet that the stillness was almost op- pressive. It was Sunday morning most of the time in the woods anyway, but on this morning not a breath of air ruffied the mirror surface of the water with the tiniest cat’s paw. Pointed firs made re- flections in the water that seemed more real than the trees upon the bank. Wag- tails were singing their clear notes of supreme joy at being alive right then and there. The spiritual ecstasy of the voice of the hermit thrush was mellowed in
OJIBWAY TOKENS—BEAR SKULLS.
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the forest depths. Red crossbills sang their songs of jolly good fellowship, as the bands of merry fellows journeyed to- gether along their roads in the spruce tops away up high. The voice of the red crossbill has the timbre of the canary with the blitheness of the bobolink, and I will defy a man with music in his soul to think of business or to commit any other sort of crime while the crossbill is singing to him. Singing to him it is, and so directly and personally that one could not if he would escape the inspir- ation of the sweet, sweet carol. Ever and anon came the call and _ response in hearty camarad- erie of the white- throated sparrows. First one would be- gin a bar of the ‘‘Lohengrin Wed- ding March” (for it was their mating season), and then another would an- swer alinost a full octave lower. That was a morning ever to be remembered,
and we were only just at the begin-
ning of a series of about seventy miles of lakes and river that had never been described, and that are not upon any map. Some of the lakes were narrow and some were broad. The long- est one—some fil- teen miles in length —was really no lake at all, for one could touch the bright yellow sand at any point with the paddle, and the robust but grace- ful bulrushes bent over the middle.of the lake as well as in the bays. It is a lake for children to practice in with canoes, for if they are wrecked half a mile from land they will simply have to rub their eyes, get the points of the compass and walk ashore. We named it Lake No Lake. All of the lakes of the series were shal- low, and the greatest depth that we
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found was twenty-eight feet in one that we named Lake Curtis.
On the fourth day we added the white pine to our list of trees. Families of ravens were about, and their hoarse croaks were in keeping with the desolate burned areas that we passed from time to time. We noted the fox sparrow and warbling vireo. Black duck, whistlers and red breasted mergansers scuttled ahead of the canoes with their broods of downy little youngsters, the mothers in great alarm and the fathers apparently less concerned, but I imagine that down in the depths of their natures they carried a respect- able degree of so- licitude. The lit- tle ones were inno danger, for we would as soon have shot a baby im ‘the. cra d le: Herring gulls cir- cled about over- head, and the querulous calls of the loon were weirdly appropri- ate to the scenery. In quiet places we found a big clumsy snail (Cardium) and another spe- cies of fresh water mussel (Anodonéa). ine the stiller stretches of the stream the sandy bot- tom was so covered with a small mollusc (Sphoerium) that it seemed in places to Occupy quite as much space as the sand itself, and moose tracks in the bottom were filled with handfuls of the tiny shells that had been carried in by the current. It was evident that we were in the hunt- ing grounds of the Ojibways, for here and there we passed their tokens ot Agoujinung monsuashek or _ Jiteral ly “things hung up.’’ The Ojibways hang the perforated shoulder blades of deer, caribou and mooseupon branches of trees, and they erect the skulls of bears and various antlers upon poles. The skull of a bear is always perforated with a_hat- chet before being hung up, in order to let
STURGEON.
out the bad spirit. My idea was thatthe bullet let it out pretty thoroughly, but the Indians want to make sure.
Every now and then we came to an ine dian grave, and noted what we had ob- served elsewhere, that an Indian grave is situated at a point from which one can obtain the most beautiful view of the sur- rounding country. Some years ago I had noticed that whenever we went to examine a grave, we were always stop- ping to admire the scenery from that
point, but it did not occur to me until later that there was something more than coincidence in the fact. There is ap- parently a demon-
stration of nice sen- timent in the selec- tion of sites, and there are many touching evt- dences of tender re- gard for the mem- ory of lost ones. The fencing about a grave is_ labor- iously carved in wood in the most artistic way of which the Indians are capable, and bits of finery are placed round about. In Manitoba I re- member twograves, probably of mother and child, side by side. The coffins were elevated upon stakes, and from the little coffin, steps had been made, so that the spirit of the baby could descend without tumbling. The playthings of the little one were placed where they would be within easy reach. Near the grave of an adult snow- shoes are usually hung upon a tree, and it suggests the belief that the Indians be- lieve that their future land is one that will not be without snow.
On July 5 we entered an area of much higher hills, and the geology changed. We were now in the clay belt, and soon came to diabase rocks with fine cliffs of trap rock rising high above a large lake that we later learned was Lake Mat- agaming, more than twenty miles in
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length, and figured on the Government maps. The dominant tree had now be- come the white pine, and stately and sombre pines arose to a height of 120 feet, according to our pole triangulation estimate. Fire had run through much of the white pine, but on the cliffs it had been spared. To the grandeur of the white pines was added the cheery glow of the warm coloredtrunks of the straight Fed pines, as
though the forest oa 5 eth had been touched by the brush of a Gifford. The riv- er takes a running leap over a preci- pice into Lake Matagaming, mak- ing a grand plunge with clouds. of spray, rainbows and whirling, seeth- ing foam covered currents and eddies below the fall. There was a clean, cold spring at the foot of the portage near the fall, and we found it just the right spot for luncheon. In a few minutes we discovered that we had come to the of another fish, the pike perch (.Stizostedion), and Wake caught half a dozen of them before the Indians had the campfire well under way. They were so fat and delicious that after we had eaten a whole one apiece Wake went out to the tail of an eddy and captured enough to. make sure of our dinner later. That was an unnecessary precau- tion, however, for we found the lake full of fish cf meny kinds.
Late in the afternoon we entered a narrow channel, which appeared to be the outlet of the Jake, but after paddling ten miles through another and more beautiful iake we stopped to camp ona pretty dry knoll above a sand beach, and sent two of the Indians ahead to find out
STOPPING FOR LUNCHEON.
whether we were going up stream or down stream. They returned at night and reported that the lake was about eight miles longer yet, and that we were out of our course. It may seem strange that two explorers and three Indians could not tell for the life of them whether they were going up stream stream, fora whole afternoon, lake received only a few small streams which emptied through the outlet into Lake Matag- aming with sucha gentle current that the high wind blow- ing when we en- tered the channel had pointed the water weeds all backward and de- == ceived us-about the direction of the flow. The lake was such a charm- ing one that I claimed it for my- self, with the ap- proval of Wake, and named some of the beautiful islands after friends at homme.
We camped for six days on _ this lake, for reasons to be stated presently. The greatest depth that we found was 134 feet, with a bottom temperature of 62 degrees Fah- renheit and a surface temperature of 71 degrees Fahrenheit at 11 a.m. The bottom in deep water consisted of silt, but we did not have a glass for de- termining its exact character, or the presence or absence of diatoms. On the banks of the lake,ridges covered with pines and spruces arose to a height of about 300 feet, and the flat faces of cliffs overhanging the water were marked with Ojibway symbols and characters in red- dish paint. Many rocky islands and peninsulas and bays with ‘sunny sand beaches made the lake a most attractive l'ish were so abundant in the lake
or down but this
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that it was like digging potatoes to go out and get all that we wanted. The principal species were pike perch, jack- fish, whitefish, laketrout, (.S. ~amaycush), and ling. Fresh water smelts were found in the stomachs of many of the fish that we caught, and they splintered out of the water in glinting slivers at sundown.
The pike perch rose readily to almost any fly, andI caught some of them on a light rod, but they are not heroes when hooked, and we picked up most of them with the troll, as we were always in the hurry that possesses men who have noth- ing to do especially. The lake trout were a bit disappointing, as they seemed to lack delicacy of flavor, and they do
not grow toa large size. The largest one that we caught weighed twelve pounds, and thelocal Indians told us
that they seldom saw much larger ones. I felt quite put out about the lake trout, as I have made something of a study of ways for catching the sockdolagers among them, and had promised Wake to show him methods of cooking them that would make him stop and spend the rest of his days right on the spot where they could be caught.
The ling in this lake were, on the other hand, the best fresh water codfish that I have eaten, and we enjoyed them very much. They spent the day in deep water, but at evening rose to the sur- face, and would then take the fly. We took large ember mullets in the collect- ing nets, but they were insipid, and we made only one meal of these pincushions, Broods of young ruffed grouse were found in the poplar woods, and one was likely to see a red deer or a moose at any time when rounding a point quietly. We found caribou tracks in the sand, but caribou spend the summer days in the marshes, and we did not happen to see a single one during the whole trip, al- though they are common enough every- where in the region. The great horned owls hooted at us at night, loons were always calling to us, and a colony of herring gulls apparently had nests or young on some of the bushy islands in thickets of sweet gale, where we could not penetrate easily.
From
some local Indians we learned
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that we were not far from the Hudson’s Bay Company’s post of Flying Post, and congratulated ourselves on having made the connection on time, by a route that was unfamiliar to our Indians, and that had not been described to us as leading to Lake Matagaming anyway. During the previous winter we had sent word in to the Post, and had received word that we could have an Indian to go through with us to Hudson Bay, to find portages and give warning about dangerous waters.
After making things snug in camp we ran down to Flying Post and made the acquaintance cf the big jolly and genial factor, Mr. McLeod. Hetold us that we were expected but that the Indian who was to go with us had gone off somewhere, and left word that he would be around in a few days. This teresting to men who were fresh from a region of half-minute connections, and who had no time to spare, but we knew the ways of Indians, and there was noth- ing todo but to go back and wait in camp. It was a great pleasure to see Mr. McLeod’s neat garden. Gardens are my weak point, and when in New York my greatest joy is in runningout to the farm at Stamford. Farming is a little more expensive than yachting—l have tried both—but it is more fun. It is also more exciting than big game hunting in the chase after scale and blight, borers and aphides, and the hun- dred and one things that come up from seeds that you did not buy. Here deep in the wilderness, in the midst of big game, was a thrifty garden full of vege- tables growing almost without attention, and demonstrating the law of compensa- tion once more. Big game; no bugs. Bugs; no big game.
We went back to camp to wait for our Indian, and at the end of six days he re- turned to the Post, but decided that he would not go on the trip. That is an- other Indian trait. They are supersti- tious; and if an Indian steps on two toadstools at once, or gets some other definite sign that he must not goona certain journey, nothing can persuade him. After much parley we managed to get an old Indian, Nat, to go with us. Nat proved to be a jewel, and we got to
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‘be very fond of him betore the end of the trip.
During ourlong wait on my lake we had explored the country round about, and discovered among other things a narrow little lake, not more than half a mile long that was very peculiar. The bottom was of soft, white clay, and whenever the wind made currents in the the bot- tom so that the clay settled all over the water plants and left them oddly white. The settling clay also took all coloring matter down as a precipitate, and left the water as clear as | have seen it in chalk streams in England, so that one could hardly realize that his canoe was floating
upon anything more than a basin full of
north wind. It seemed as though one ought to be able to see every fish in the lake, but we saw none until they were caught. The iake was alive with fish, and of such remarkable fatness as I have never before seen in any waters in nearly half a hundred years of fishing experi- ence. The whitefish, pike perch, and yellow perch particularly were so squat and pudgy with fat that they could not wiggle their tails respectably. The jack- fish as elsewhere adapted their coloration to the environment, and in this lake were of translucent light steel blue in ground coloring. We did not have time to de- termine the character of food that had the effect of producing abnormally fat fish, but Mr. McLeod knows about the lake, and if anyone with more time at his disposal can discover the secret, it will be worth recording. Mr. McLeod told me that he had taken whitefish of twelve pounds weight in the little lake, and that is almost an unheard of weight for the (Labrador whitefish. The largest one that we caught weighed six pounds, and was so plump that it looked like a white Pekin pig ready for the county fair.
With Nat and Frank in the baggage canoe, and Aleck and Sol at the stern in the other canoes, we left Flying Post on the beautiful summer morning of July 12, and started down the Kokateesh (Ground Hog) River. It was a day of running rapids, gliding through still waters, and portaging along a few short trails. We camped at 4 o'clock near the foot of a
Reprinted, with the original tllustrations, by permission, from
roaring fall that Nat said marked the upper limit of the range of the sturgeon. Our reason for camping so early was be- cause we wanted to catch sturgeon as soon as possible, and because of the wild beauty of the spot. The Indians needed no persuasion to stop and camp at any and all times. We named the place Flat Cedar Falls, because of the peculiar de- velopment of the trunk of an arbor vitae that stood out of a cleft in the rocks like a broad, flat board, near the water.
Flat Cedar Falls is about twenty miles below Flying Post, and from that point all of the way to Hudson Bay and_ back again, sturgeon made our fzece de restst- ance at almost every meal. We never tired of them. Such delicious sturgeon we had never before eaten, although in the intervals between meals Wake ar- gued that the sterlets that we get in Rus- sia on the Volga were the crowning point of all known food. When at dinner un- der the spruces a pot of boiled sturgecn was set before us, with musquash and young goslings, mushrooms and straw- berries for side dishes, nothing was ever said about sterlets. It was the small lake sturgeon that we caught. (Ad. ruéz- cundas) and we got none above sixteen pounds in weight, averaging about like the jackfish. The sturgeon ran into our collecting nets at night, and they took bait on set lines. One even took a small trolling spoon on the salmon rod one day at noon, and madea long and praise- worthy fight. Sometimes we found beaver mice in their stomachs, and.-I ar- gued from that that the sturgeon would probably take a large fly, as the beaver mice are always swimming about on the surface in reedy places. We ate stur- geon boiled, broiled, fried, roasted and ‘picked up.”’ The food upon which any one sturgeon was feeding seemed to make a difference in the flavor, for he is a specialist when feeding, and we usually found one sort of food exclusively or predominating at any one place along our course. Sturgeon that were feeding upon crawfish were the best; next came those that choose the little clams (Sphoe- zum) while the least desirable were feed- ing upon the larger snails (Curdzum, Lymnoea and Planorbts.
‘Forest and Stream.’
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THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY,
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MUSKOKA LAKE, ONT,
BALA FALLS,
Good Fishing and Camping Points.
BY STRAW HAT.
OME of the fishing along the line of the Canadian Pacific Railway this year, and particularly the trout fishing north of Montreal is better than usual. The Sportsman’s Show at Mon- treal brought to the fore a number of guides who knew of virgin waters but who had kept the knowledge to them- selves. This accounts for it.
From Haileybury, Ont., (near Cobalt) and on the way there from Temiskaming Station, one can reach good fishing wa- ters for trout and bass at many points.
In the northern country the prospect- ing between Temagami and Sudbury, Sudbury and Port Arthur and Sudbury and the Soo, has made known a great number of fishing lakes, and also opened trails to them.
_ The opening up of the back country north of Kaladar around Bon Echo Inn has made known to the world some fish- ing lakes that had been lost sight of. ~Bon Echo Inn is a very comfortable -place at $2 a day and upwards. It is really very nice for ladies of the most fastidious tastes. The elevation and the lovely scenic surroundings complete the charm about Bon Echo. In the French River country a number of trout lakes and streams have been discovered. Everyone knew that the bass, maskinonge and dore fishing on the French River was unequalled; but everybody did not go there because one cannot go direct to the fishing by train, - fortunately for the fishing. Those who ‘did reach the French River were so well ‘ satisfied with the bass and other fishing that they did not look for the trout. Some people, however, who went last year for a long vacation portaged over -and climbed up to lakes and streams on higher levels where they found very ex- cellent brook trout fishing. This en- ables one to realize how little of Canada has been explored. Wherever there is a canoeable river to be found the country within half a mile of that river is known, because it is the route of the fur trader and the only route for the tourist. But between these streams are lakes innu- merable, and smaller streams by which
the lakes enter into these larger through- canoe-route rivers. We are only now beginning to explore these much larger territories than those that have already been explored. There are no maps of these new sections—at least none in the Province of Quebec. has been done in tario.
The new and quick service to Bala and the Muskoka Lakes by the Cana- dian Pacific Railway will give fishermen a good deal more time to fish—time enough perhaps to find the smaller lakes that have not been so much fished as the larger lakes. Several hours will be saved each way.
A number of people this year are building cottages among the Six Thou- sand Islands about Little Current, Man- itoulin Island, and north thereof, in Mc- Gregor Bay and Fraser Bay. This sec- tion will soon have a fine service of rail to Byng Inlet and thence by Express Steamers to Killarney, Little Current and Desbarats. This will make this great archipeligo, with its three hundred miles by fifteen or more of countless islands amid inexhaustible fishing waters, almost as easy of access as Muskoka used to be ‘avery short time since. There are inland lakes here also that have’ never been fished. That great Georgian Bay country is delightful for summering. There are no mosquitoes or flies to speak of at any time, and in July, August and September, there is in the greater number of these islands, ab- solute freedom from these pests. The possession of a launch makes the islands more convenient than on the main land, because no neighbor or cattle can stray on to your land and you can travel from your island to the other islands, the steamboat dock etc., much quicker than you could walk the same distance across the mainland. There is also bass at the mouth of the river in Lake Huron.
A friend of mine who is very reliable, even in his fish stories, told me that he had splendid fishing on the main Miss- issaga River at the foot of Slate Falls. This isa part that is generally passed
A little mapping the Province of On-
A GOOD TROUT BEND IN THE
THE CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY,
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rather quickly in the canoe on the way to the Canadian Camp Club House or down to the mouth of the River where it enters Lake Huron.
Another unexplored section of country is that directly north of Desbarats. There is a good canoe route for about twenty miles north. Beyond that we know that the Echo, the Garden and the Goulais Rivers flow east and west; we also know that there is trout in the upper waters of these three rivers, but what there isin the thirty miles of country that would be traversed in reachiug the Goulais, and which lies between the three rivers, nobody knows—and yet one could take an automobile pretty close to the starting point. There is a comfort- able camp hotel there.
The Nepigon River will have a great many visitors this year. The following facts might be of interest regarding the fishing on the Nepigon, the xe p/us ultra
-of all trout fishing.
Ladies can accompany their husbands
on a trip up the Nepigon with every com-
fort and. ease possible on a camping trip. Large numbers of ladies make the trip annually and thoroughly enjoy it.
Three hours’ paddle up the River from Nepigon Station, reached by the Cana- dian Pacific Railway, lands you at Camp Alexander and Cameron’s Falls and Pool, where grand fishing isto be had. There is some fair fishing to be had in the Nep- igon River right at the Station, but not nearly so good and certain as further up the stream. The best fishing is to be had from Camp Alexander (12 miles upthestream) to the headwaters of the River, viz: Virgin Falls at Lake Nep- igon. In addition to this there is mag- nificent fishing to be had in Lake Nep- igon, as well as in the various streams flowing into it, many of which contain brook trout. There is now a steamer on Lake Nepigon which makes it possible to take a trip around the lake with comfort.
Two gentlemen, or one gentleman and a lady can go in one canoe with their camp outfit, provisions and guides for a two weeks’ trip the cost of which might be estimated as follows:
= SS $2 50 per day SS Sl ee TEAM: ESS SS MRERHOGi cars oxic s+ aril: Sragate aha 18 ae
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2 tents. Blankets and all necessary camp outfit, includ- ing camp cots, tables, etc..1 50 ‘* ‘§
$6 50
Added to this will be the cost of provi- sions, which can be purchased at Nepigon at reasonable prices.
The guides do the cooking, etc., in fact they do all the work on the trip ex- cept the fishing, leaving the tourists nothing to do but fish and otherwise en- joy themselves, which they can do to the fullest extent. The guides are all In-
‘dians and half-breeds, who depend on the
work for their living. It is best to have tbe merchant outfitting the party to en- gage the guides. This is the customary way, and the merchant supplies canoes, camp outfit, etc. There are several out- fitting establishment at Nepigon among which are Wm. McKirdy, Revillon Bros. and the Hudson’s Bay Co. These fur- nish guides, canoes, tent,.camping out- fits and provisions, which will cost any- where from $5.50 to $7.00 per man. This is a little less than elsewhere be- cause the journey is not so long and less stuff has to be carried.
The fishing and shooting in the Nep- igon district is being well protected.and good sport isto be had in season. It is absolutely neeessary, however, in order to avoid disappointment and delay, par- ticularly during the months of July and August, when the season is in full blast, to arrange for guides beforehand. Asan illustration of this we reprint the follow- ing from an article in the ‘‘Sportsman,”’ by General McNulta:
“On Friday I found I could go, and sent the following telegram:
“Wife and I arrive on Wednesday— have guides, outfit, supplies ready for a three weeks’ trip up the river.”
“‘To this telegram came the following reply: ‘‘Guides, outfit and supplies ready on your arrival.”
‘‘On our arrival the guides met us at Nepigon Station; thecanoes, tents, outfit and supplies were ready, and within an hour we were on Lake Helen, paddling up stream.”’
It is advisable, however, to give longer notice to ensure a good selection of guides.
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The usual way of ‘‘doing” the Nep-
igon isin parties of two or four. Each canoe (eighteen feet long) is manned by two Indians, and accommodates two gentlemen and supplies for a ten days’ trip. Two canoes, 50c per day........ $10 00 One head guide, $2 50 per day... 25 00 Three other guides $3 00 per day..60 00 Rent of tent and fly for gentlemen
Be os oh sire erecta shine GOO Rent of one tent for guides, 25c perlay x iaon2. 8 gies ae 2 50
Rent of camp outfit straps, cooking utensils)
Making a total of $110 00 Added to this will be the cost of sup- plies, and this will entirely depend on the varied tastes ot the party—the supplies for Indians are flour, pork, tea and su- gar. As the Nepigon is particularly a fly-fishing stream, parties wishing to en- joy themselves to the fullest extent take one canoe for each, and also a cook, who can be procured at $2.50 per day; this of course doubles the expense, but to those who can afford it is by far the best way. The cost per day for each varies from $5 50 to $7 00, as to the mode adopted. One word as to the guides. These men are Indians and half-breeds who have fol- lowed this business for a living for years, and are thoroughly acquainted with all the intricacies of the river, both as tothe dangerous parts, and to where the best fishing is to be had. They are intelli- gent and desirous of giving every com- fortto their employers, doing all the packing over portages, putting up tents, making comfortable beds, and doing the cooking—in fact are ever on the alert for your comfort. Much of course depends on the head guide, who is chosen on ac- count of his experience and capabilities. A favorite canoe trip for the coming two years, when it will have become old
A recent visitor to Edmonton young Pope who Spent the winter in the far north and en- gaged in trapping asa _ profitable form
of recreation.
was a
Englishman named
He reported an extremely
severe winter in. the north and stated
and new waters will have been looked for, is that up from Dinorwic to Lac Seul and downthe Albany to the Ogoki and Nepigon Rivers to Nepigon Station (all in Ontario West). The water is good, the scenery matchless and the fishing abundant.
I sent some friends — very wealthy and very blase friends—fishing near Banff, Revelstoke and Golden, B. C. I did not know very much about the fishing waters except.in Devil’s Lake and the Columbia River, where I had not found it good years ago; neverthe- less the guides to whom I turned them over obtained excellent trout fishing for them. In their hunting trips these guides had marked the good little fishing lakes and all of them knew where good trout fishing was to be found. The Chief Game Warden ot British Columbia, Mr. Williams, has scores of streams and lakes up his sleeve where the best of
game fish can be had in abundance.
What is being done about killing the carp that is coming north into our Great Lakes? We are killing pike in great numbers, but in this case the pike is our great friend and ally. He dotes upon carp and suckers, and destroysa great many. Ihave waged war upon the pike myself for years, but where the country is in possession of the two, pike and carp, kill the carp and let the pike live to help you do it. All good honest fisher- men should insist upon being served fish balls made of carp caught in the early spring. I have eaten them, as well as fish pies of the same fish, and paid good round prices for them in first class hotels and found them very, very good. The early caught carp, if opened and slightly salted with a good quality of fine salt is good eating all through the summer. Too much salt to burn the fish must not be put on however. If the salting is carefully donethe result is a great success.
that the moose range near the settle-. ments in large numbers. He succeeded in obtaining a considerable pile of furs, including cross fox, red fox, lynx, and marten and brought them down to Ed- monton directly from’ Peace River, Crossing, five hundred miles north.
New Brunswick's Sporting Advantages
: 10 Province throughout the wh NI Dominion offers greater ' advantages to sportsmen and holiday seekers than New Brunswick. It is rich in woods and waters, in beautiful towns and still more beautiful country, in charming rivers, in streams and lakes, in splendid game areas, and in delightful fishing grounds. For salmon and trout it offers the best fly fishing in the world, and later on in the year it gives the grandest shoot- ing for moose, deer caribou, and bear. The famous St. John River would alone attract thous- ands of tourists and it is only one amongst the very numerous attractions offered by the Pro- vince to those who spend their vacations within its boundaries. Our illustration gives @ view of one of the stretches of this noble river whose many beauties have tobe seen to be appreciated at anything like their true value. The sportsmen of the Eastern Statesknow much of New Bruns- wick and its many advantages and delights, while Canadians are likewise finding out for themselves, that, while their own Provinces are all good, New Brunswick possesses attractions all its own, and that for sports- man tourist, Or holiday seekers the Province is unexcelled. Despite the fact that the mari- time Provinces were the first to be settled there are still many large areas left entirely to the big game, and those who know and can afford to hunt are well aware of the many delightful experiences ‘n store for those who seek the Province for their sport. The big game hunting looms large on the view of every hunter, and in this particular New Brunswick can hold out many attractions, the Province being the home of moose, deer, caribou, and bear. Its duck shooting is known to 4n even wider circle while its fishing has drawn devotees of the gentle art from all parts the world. The delights of salmon fishing in New Brunswick waters have been often written about but never adequately de- scribed because no description can equal the reality.
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RIVER.
JOHN'S
ST.
POINT,
BRIDGE
. Algonquin National Park.
BY CY WARMAN.
“WHITH all her poverty of people, Can- ada has managed to take good care eS of her fish and game. For half a hundred years, the liveliest of her young men moved over the border—thousands of them before they were old enough to -but those who remained seem to that this Do- in her wil-
vote have realized, long ago, minion has a valuable asset derness.
In each and every field of industry, Canada has made great strides within the past decade, and as her vacant prairies fill up, they call for the railway builder, for the mill, the factory and the foundry, and in
the wake of the in- vestor comes now the tourist, the
traveler, the pleas- ure-seeker.
As an_ evidence of the growing in- terest in this little known north coun- try, we need but glance at the re- ports of the trans- portation companies who carry the bulk of this business.
Without attempt- ing to set down the
actual figures, it is stated that ten years ag the
Grand Trunk Railway System carried some six or seven thousand tourists into the Highlands of Ontario, and that last year no less than thirty thousand went north from Toronto and west from Mon- treal. If the summer of 1907 shall bea warm one, the cities to the South will send half a hundred thousand pleasure hunters into this fastness, where they can cool their hands in the waters
lost
SPECKLED TROUT F'SHING, WHISKEY FALLS, ALGONQUIN NATIONAL PARK.
of countless limpid lakes, loiter and fish and fool around, fanned by the forest wine, spiced with balsam that is a balm and a cure for half the ills that afflicts the people of this high-tuned age.
And these thousands are only the trail- blazers, the fore runners of hundreds of thousands who will hear and heed the call of this same wilderness, long before this Century, which Sir Wilfred Laurier has called ‘‘Can- ad-a’s’ C entury,” blows back into the dead Past.
Until now it has been a simple and
easy matter to guard the Silent Places, but with the rush of immi- grants to this ‘“‘Lost West,” and more recently to Cobalt, that truly great silver camp
that has been un- earthed in Northern Ontario, there will be work for the Forest Rangers.
These fire-guards who dwell in the wild, are as necess- ary for the preser- vation of the tim- ber as the’ Royal Northwest Mount- ed Police are to the trackless West, for the preservation of peace and order in that one time ‘‘Great Lone Land.”
For purely selfish motives, let us say, the Traffic Department of the Grand Trunk Railway had made a_ specialty of spying out new and remote summering places for the prosperous, and nearby re- sorts for the less fortunate.
Inspired and encouraged by the enter- prising railway, hotel men have built comfortable and sometimes costly hotels
oie th Mite
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which to comfortably, the ever swelling
throughout the Highlands in house, throng.
A few years ago this pioneer Canadian railway acquired the Canada Atlantic, a short line running almost west from Montreal to Lake Huron via Ottawa, and passing right through Algonquin National Park. This line is now known as the Ottawa Division, and is to be re- built, and put in first class condition, as it will not only handle the tourist travel from Montreal and Ottawa, but along this line millions of bushels of wheat
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The late Charles A. Dana argue that to know, and love and live with Shakespeare was to shut out of one’s
used to
life and mind all that was bad, and so it is with the wilderness. ‘The vast grand- eur of it all gives a man a _ correct
measure of his own insignificant self ; while to live here is to get next to nature. When here | walk the Woodland green, I come so close to God His answering signals may be seen In each wild rose’s nod.
There is, to my mind, in all the World
CAMP ON SMOKE LAKE,
will find its way to tide water at Mon- treal.
Algonquin National Park, lying in the heights of the celebrated ‘*Highlands of Ontario” holds nearly 2,000,000 acres of forest, lake, river and wild.
The railway line lies 1,631 feet above the sea, but the rocky heights reach up to an altitude of two thousand feet. The atmosphere is pure and balmy, but always cool and refreshiug. A week here will cure hay fever, while one glance at God’s World in the rough is sufficient to ward off a Brain Storm.
ALGONQUIN NATIONAL PARK.
nothing so fair and bright and beautiful as the World itself.
And do you know, O gentle, but some- times conceited reader, that the original dwellers of this wilderness were absolute- ly honest ? Do you know that before we came with our lofty airs, self-satisfied and flying the flag that ought to make us fit ‘the blood-stained banner of Prince Amonual’’as I used to hear it from an exhorting uncle of mine, these people knew no guile. Do you know that to this day despite our presence here, if we go far enough into the fastness, we come
ON GREAT OPEONGO LAKE, surely to a place where men do not hide from men, but cache only against the four legged animals ?
Well, that is so.
And having said this little preachment, letus go back to Algonquin Park with its thousands of square miles of wooded wild and see what the white man is doing.
Under a loosly drawn contract, he has come into possession of a Timber Limit,
—though there is little or no limit to his appetite for timber -— and he, his heir, successors and assignees,are laying vast acres of this forest waste and converting
ALGONQUIN NATIONAL PARK,
many acresof it into a wilderness of stumps.
In the beginning, his _ instructions were to limit his time and the size of the timber which he might take but lately, as lumber increased in value he has been moving everything at an annual rental of three dollars per square mile.
Recently the Provincial Fish and Game Commission together with a num- ber of M. P. P’s. including Hon. Mr. Reaume and Hon. Mr. Hanna, visited the Park and saw for the first time what was being done.
Of course,they were surprised, amazed,
SNOWSHOE
RAPIDS,
ALGONQUIN NATIONAL
PARK.
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indignant, and they pledged themselves then and there to use all their persuasive powers to induce the Government to do something to stop this despoilation of what should, and what may yet be, one of the grandest game preserves in all America.
To be sure only a small percentage of the total acreage has been cleared, but unless the lumber lords are stopped, as they probably will be, the whole Park will be denuded in less than fifty years.
What makes Algonquin so important and the preservation of her trees so vitally important, is the fact that no less than six great water courses rise in this region, within the limits of the Park.
The canoeist may travel an entire sum- mer here and never double his course. There are hundreds of miles of lake link- ed one to the other by narrow and some- times swift butalways clear,cool streams.
At present, there is only ‘‘The White City,” a town of tents, at Algonquin Station, but the Railway Company in- tends if they can secure permission, to put up a splendid hotel here which will make a sojourn in this delightful spot a realtreat. The Park is literally full of xnimal life, as its streams are full of fish.
Hundreds of deer and many moose may be seen on a single voyage into the wild, as they come down to the lakes and streams to feed in the lily ponds. | We saw here, in mid-winter, the busy beaver, browsing on the banks of the Open streams, near the edge of the lake.
The waters of the lakes are deep and translucent, filled with the gamiest of the game species of fish — black bass, three and four-pounders and salmon trout tipp- ing the scales at ten and twelve pounds are plentiful in the waters south of the railway line, while north of the railway bass are not found. The rivulets and streams are alive with the gamiest of speckled trout, the cool waters giving them fighting tendencies which delight the heart of the most ardent angler. Sal- mon trout are found in the waters north of the railway in the lakes; and excellent fishing is assured in any of these waters. During the months of May and June the trout fishing is at its best, though the flies bother a bit in June and the first half of July. It may be safely stated, all things considered, that May, August, Sep- tember and October are the best months for fishing, and that Algonquin Park is the best place.
Held captive by a pack of timber wol- ves, withthe temperature forty degrees below zero, John Hill, better known as “‘Tohnny-Come-Lately,” a recent arrival from Rathwell, Dumfriesshire, Scotland, battled the elements near Davidson, Sas- katchewan, an entire night recently in the Canadian wilds, according to infor- mation received, through trappers return- ing home from the Northland. ~ Hill started with two homesteaders to get a load of wood, and it was decided while the last two procured fuel, Hill should go onto Davidson for the the mail. Follow- ing a deep snowfall walking was heavy, andthe man was overtaken by night-
fall in the midst of a blinding snowstorm and lost his way.
After walking about a great deal, Hill found himself growing weak. His ears, fingers and part of his face were frozen. He decided to seek shelter in a ravine, build a fire and try
to hold out till morning. While sitting in front of the fire, Hill felt he was being approached by something from the rear. Turning around, he caught sight of the blazing eyes ofa number of wolves. Thoroughly frightened, he began shout- ing and throwing burning brands at the beasts. The wolves growling and snarl- ing, retreated a few paces. Hill, withhis back to the fire, sat through the long hours of that dreadful night, awful for its cold and storm, which grew in intensity. With the approach of morning the storm subsided and Hill saw a score of wolves on their haunches watching his actions, nor would they move except when he threw pieces of burning wood at them. He was a prisoner until daylight, when the wolves slunk off. Hill reached the nearest ranch, when: his clothing had to be cut off as it was frozen to his body. The toes of his left foot were amputated.
Minnow Bait.
BY BILLY BATES.
AIT supply is a question that al- B ways comes close tothe heart of —_ every fisherman; and when he is onceon the ground with rod and line the problem attains proportions of the first magnitude.
Since rod and line fishing became a royal sport, we find fishermen puzzling over this very question :— one favoring the juicy wor ms while an- a, Bee champions the frog or the grub. That all these are useful as bait is in- disput- able ;_ but when com- pared with the _ilive minnow, each has its limita- tions.
To ob- viate the necessity for hunt- ing bait, and cart- ing it a- bout,some enterpris- ing discipleof Sir Isaac produced imita- tions of the natural baits and today we have an assortment of artificial baits, which is most comprehensive. The manu- facturers’ art has been so developed that we can purchase excellent imitations otf worm, fly, frog or fish wherewith to be- guile the wily denizens of the deep. Yet to become acquainted with these artificial baits—to know their advantages at the proper season and right spot — is not the accomplishment of aday. It takes
A. J. ALGATE.
time and experience to learn when, where and how to use them ; and as most of us have a limited vacation, we prefer a
bait which will be useful at all times and in all places. That one bait is the minnow. In any
water it may invariably be relied on. It is as natural for the big fish to takea minnow as it is for the fishermen to seek those pools and streams where the game fish are usually found. It must be ad- mitted, however, that more or less diffi- culty is always experienced in procuring” this bait, despite the fact that the supply in our countless lakes, bays and rivers is practically inexhaustible, and many fish- ermen, rather than take the trouble of going after the minnow, prefer tbe worm or some other substitute.
To escape such trouble all that is need- ed is an effective device for minnow catch- ing ; and although many attempts have been made in this direction, their success has been doubtful. Most of us have had experience with the glass jar, and the wire trap, only to find them lacking at the critical moment, while their cumber- some size or complicated construction has always limited their utility.
Mr.A. J. Algate,a fisherman who hails from Toronto, has been busy for some time in an effort to solve the difficulty, and a little flat tin box, measuring less than two inches thick, carries the result of his labors. Mr. Algate has perfected a new minnow-trap, which is without an equal for compactness and utility.
i che trap is made of a trans- sparent celluloid —thus affording the nec- essary transpar- ency and service- ableness.
Fig. 1—TRAP SET
% .
of the Indians
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It is most simple in its construction, and requires but the fraction of a minute to unpack and set. When not in use it folds up and can be carried in the metal
case.
It will be seen from Fig. 1 in the accompanying illustrations that the device is triangular. Three small
independent pieces set on springs ateither end form thefunnels, and as_ the lower section works free from the others, it is merely necessary to compress same to re- cover the entire catch at one operation. Then too, the triangular formation en- ables its quick recovery from the water.
Its compactness, as shown in Fig. 2, will appeal very strongly to every fisher- man—as every extra square inch and every additional ounce means much on the last half mile of a heart-breaking por- tage. The trap when folded in case actually measures I6 34 x 634 x 134 and weighs twenty-eight ounces.
There is no question but that Mr.
Mr. William Harris, P. M. writes from Day Mills, Ont :—I noticed in one of your recent numbers a complaint from Mr. L. O. Armstrong as to the fishing in Lake Wacquekobing
(Basswood Lake) in Day Township. |
_was the first settler on the shores of this
lake twenty-seven years ago. The Indians have never taken large quantities of fish from this lake though of late years the old Chief and his son have made yearly visits of a few days’ duration. Two set- tlers were hauled up before the writer and fined two years ago. There were two kinds of salmon trout in the lake, whitefish, speckled trout, and any amount of bass. Every summer fishing is much enjoyed by the American visitors and others. About twelve years ago the writer put eight thousand salmon trout and two thousand whitefish in this lake. They were about one inch long when put in and have thriven well. The lake is one ofthe most beautiful in Algoma, the water being as clear as crystal and the Scenery around very fine. At Day Mills a large stream leaves the lake and pro-
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Algate has produced an article of super- ior merit — something which will meet the popular approval! of the fishing frater- HAE ye. Fey's unique in its simpli- C.1 ty ann d com- pact- Ress. and be- ing made of celluloid, will undoubtedly stand all kinds of rough usage.
Fig. 2—-TRAP COLLAPSED.
See page 118 of this issue for further particulars regarding this trap.
The use of the minnow is an interesting subject. We shall be glad to have the views of our readers as to the best and most effective method of using minnow- bait.
vides water power enough to drive ten mills, forming one of the best water powers in Ontario. The ‘‘Harris Com- pany’ hasa very good saw mill here, while the Canadian Camp Club, consist- ing almost entirely of Americans, have built a large Club House on the wrong side of the Lake. Several gentlemen have built summer cabins on the south side of the Lake. Every year recently we have had visitors from the eastern, southern and western States. There is first class hunting in the neighborhood for both deer and moose. Your readers may be interested in a ‘‘bear story.” Some fifteen years ago the writer and his family were out on the lake in a sailboat. Just before sundown we were coming down the Lake and ran against three black bears. They were crossing the Lake by swimming and had about reach- ed the middle. We had an enjoyable and exciting chase for two hours, and with a small pole as weapon succeeded in killing all three and hauling them into the boat. There is no danger of typhoid here, both air and water being perfectly pure.”
The Montreal Show.
The echoes of the great Dominion Show in Montreal have not yet died away. The enthusiasts who were present are just beginning to realize something of the importance of the industry created by this new developement in locomotion. We say ‘‘new” because by comparison, the word may yet be rightly used though in its remarkable strides it would appear that automobile manufacturing has al- ready reached something like maturity. There were many little points whicha descriptive survey omitted and amongst them were a notice of some of the numer- ous accessories for which Messrs John Millen & Son, Limited, Montreal, act as Canadian distributors. The Gies Gear Co. senta No. 1 Gear mounted to a motor, and the demonstration showing ‘to perfection the simplicity and ease of operation of the Gies Reverse Gear, re- sulted in a number of orders. The Day- ton Electrical Company had on show their famous demonstrating exhibit dis- playing the harmonious result of a com- plete Apple Ignition outfit. In this the Apple Dynamo is used as a battery charger, and by means of an improved automatic switch and cut out gives at all times the consumption in amperes of each coil and condition of the battery and dynamo. Considerable attention was given to the P and R Armoured and popular Accumulators. These storage batteries are having big sales in England. Both the celluloid and ebonite type of case are used and the choice of style is left to the trade. It is a much debated question which is preferred and may ul- timately be settled by further inventions. Both the Leavitt Siren Horn and the Gray-Hawley Auto Chime which give full, clear and harmonious tones under very light pressure were used to create some diversion in the Show. The Mot-
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singer Auto Sparker was shown, : and caused many inquiriesto be made about this effective device. A fine Show was made of Shelby Steel Tubing. The exhibit railings were made up of Shelby 2” squareand a very elaborate sign was also supported by a fancy framework made up of the same material, which showed in a measure some of the possible uses for Shelby Seamless Tubing. Messrs Millen & Son stated that in addition to the very complete stock they have at their branch warehouse’ in Toronto they are now carrying a stock of their principal lines with their Vancouver agents, Messrs A. G. Urquhart & Co. and western orders will be given atten- tion from that point.
Good Roads and the Farmer.
Just as soon as the farmers decide that we shall have good roads the battle for good roads will have been won. Despite the country prejudice against automobiles, it is the automobile that is going to con- vert the farmer. This is a bold state- ment and only one who is an enthusias- tic believer in automobiles could feel confidence sufficient to make it. In the future—and not a remote future either— we are to see ‘‘a one or two seated buggy with a powerful and reliable single cylin- der motor power, the vehicle to have high wheels with sold rubber tires or simply a rubber tired buggy of heavy strong build, the vehicle to be speeded up to about eighteen miles per hour, the top or bed to be made in two styles, one platform to carry vegetables, etc., anoth- er bed for top body only, the engine fly wheel to be arranged that a bolt can be attached to run various machines, such as corn shellers, feed mills etc.” Stranger things have happened in the world’s history than that relief from the drudgery of his farm should come to the
se OU gt EIA PENIINS
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~ who has seen
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_ farmer should give that cooperation.
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farmer through themeans of the very machine he despised. This appears at present to be not only possible but prob- able. If the farmer could be relieved from much of the drudgery which makes his life so largely a burden, then the cry of ‘‘Back to the Land’ would gain a new force, andthe problem of the con- gestion of our big cities might receive a solution which was all unexpected. In- deed there is no endto the dreams of social revolution which the automobile may yet achieve. Clearly it is not merely a wonderful machine in all its parts, but *s ltkely to be the means of working won- ders Nothing more marvellous would have been achieved if the results fore- shadowed are brought about. Noone what the auto has done for the city can doubt its usefulness in the country. There isa fine field open here for inventors and tothe successful one there should also bea fine profit. Both in Canada and the States the agri- cultural population form the pivot around which all movements for improving the roads must turn. Without the ac- tive co-operation of the farmer nothing can be done and in his own interest the If he becomes an automobile user he will give such co-operation at once and with- out question. Experience with an auto will speedily teach him the value of good roads, and the economy of expenditure upon them.
Superseding the Horsein Paris.
France is the home of the automobile and no one need be astonished to learn of the effective, though silent, revolution the auto is effecting in the capital of that country. In the centre of the city the horse drawn cabs have given place to the finer, cleaner, and more efficient auto cabs. The horse drawn busses are like-
wise giving way to the new form of locomotion and by the time the old com- ‘pany’s lease expires, which isin 1910, it is anticipated that the revolution will be complete. The postal, military and municipal services are following suit, and the change is particularly noticeable in the case of the military authorities, usually SO conservative and averse to change.
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In all these cases tests have proved so satisfactory that no one dreams of going back to the old order of things. The doubter of the future of the auto has only to look to France to have his doubts set at rest.
Thc Autoin New Brunswick.
The introduction of the auto into New Brunswick is said to have been brought about by a runabout costing eight hund- red dollars in 1903. In 1905 there were eighteen autos in the Province and-in the following year that number doubled. Now between seventy and one hundred cars are to be found in New Brunswick,
seventy-five per cent being American, and
amongst the remainder are several French cars. Light and strong machines are in demand and it is also essential that they be good hill climbers as the roads of New Brunswick ‘‘are up and down with seldom a long stretch of level.” Re
Autos for Commercial Travellers.
end old
There certainly appears to be no to the uses of the auto. In the country they are being pressed into use for commercial travellers and the ad- vantages they have developed are such that their extensive use in this way is simply a question of a short time. In Eng- land the good roads and the close proxim- ity of the various towns gives great ad- vantages and by the use of the auto it is possible to cover a considerable area in a single day. Much time is saved by the new method and better business re- sults have followed. Travellers are no longer in perpetual fear of missing their train. They are able to give more time to their interviews, to conduct these in- terviews in a calmer frame of mind, and while saving time do much more busi- ness because they cover the country places on their journeys between the towns in addition to more thoroughly working the towns. The auto is thus doing for commerce what it has already done for men of leisure and what it is believed it will do later on for the great army of workers.
Motive Power.
The advocates of denatured alcohol ap-
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pear to have been too optimistic in their pictures of what changes this power was going to effect when in permanent use. Gasolene has had fine results so far and alcohol is not going to displace it at once. At the same ‘time those who point out the difficulties in the way of denatured alcohol are doing good service, whether intended or not. It is always best to have a full realization of the difficulties infront of one in order to be able to properly and effectively deal with them. The drawbacks tothe general use of denatured alcohol are not insuperable and the advantages from its use are so great that they willlead to the elimination of several of these drawbacks. - There can be no doubt at allin the matter that our next advance lies in this direction. If itis found possible to accomplish by means of denatured alcohol only one half of the anticipations of enthusiasts this old world is going tobe an improved place in which to live, and many luxuries possible only to the few are going to be brought within reach of the many.
The Working Man's Auto.
The pessimist may doubt but for all that it is coming. The high priced cars have increased in price and the cost of materials and labor have alike gone up. Despite these facts increased demands have drawn the attention of manufactur- ers to a field that is practically inex- haustible and already the five hundred dollar auto is being discussed as a prac- tical proposition. A strong reliable auto, whose up keep would be kept within reasonable bounds, would . open the de- lights of this form of locomotion toa very largeclass, and pave the way for reductions which may in the future be such as to render the possession of an auto a possibility to every working man. If this does come about it will afforda means of spreading the population over larger areas, and though garage accom-
modation may provide some awkward problems they are not such as would-do more than delay the new order of things.
Long Distance Endurance Races.
A good deal of discussion has taken
place across the border asto the condi tions upon which cars should be entere in long distance endurance races. In
proposed race on Long Island cylinde displacement has been made a basis of classification. Mr. E.R. Thomas, the well known manufacturer of Buffalo, made a strong protest against this and urges weight as the only limitation. In his opinion there should be no restriction in motors, clutches, transmissions, bear- ings or any other one feature excep chassis weight, approximating the weight of standard touring cars, the reason being that anything of the kind would tend to promote light, unsafe, racing freaks. ‘‘The factors of safety, size and reliability are too important- to be omitted, and a car must be judged asa whole and not by any one feature. I believe there should be no limit in great races except weight, so as to permit each engineer to obtain his objects—race per- fection and car reliability in any way he sees fit.”
Autoists Alivein Winnipeg.
The automobilists of Winnipeg have now in their club a strength of about one hun- dred members but anactive canvass is taking place and itis the plan to have every car owner in the city enrolled in the ranks of the Winnipeg Automobile Club to assist in securing fair legislation and to protect the public at every turn. The number of motor cars in the city is well on towards the three hundred mark and they are being sold in large numbers every week. The finest car in the city was purchased recently by R. J. Mac- kenzie of Mackenzie & Mann, at a cost of $10,000. The car is a Packard thirty and is equipped with every accessory known to the motor trade. Another similar car was purchased by another Winnipeg-— ger and will ornament the streets of the — city thissummer. The club have decided — that the racing this summer will include a reliability tour of three days taking a number of towns and cities within one hundred miles of Winnipeg. The points will be made on the time, and the number of breakdowns and the general durability — of the cars. One of the provisions of © the race is that the driver must not ex-—
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ceed the speed limit of the municipality in which he is running. At the annual meeting of the club anumber of new schemes and plans for the season were discussed and the following officers elect- ed: patron, Lieut-governor, Sir Daniel McMillan ; honorary president, J. C. G. Armytage ; president, Judge Phippin ; first vice-president, R. McLeod ; second vice-president, F. T. Belcher ; secretary, W.C. Power ; executive committee, Dr. D. W. MacDonald, A. A. Andrews, W. R. Bawlf, J. A. Banfield, F. Newman, W. P. Wright and D. Boyce Sprague.
A Wonderful Auto Improvement.
A most desirable metal for automobile manufacturers has at length been found. A form of steel was required which would double the elastic limit and yet maintain the tensile strength of the metal. This was necessary in order to have steel which would resist fatigue to almost its ultimate breaking point and then finally yield under the severest shock or stress without fracturing. Only one element that would accomplish this end was known to metallurgy. That was Vana- dium, a mineral so rare that up to recent- ly its interest to steel specialists had been only academic. Recently a large deposit had been opened upin South America and Vanadium steel can now be made at about the same cost as the best grades of nickel steel, to which latter it is incomparably superior in the proper- ties above indicated. The first cost to the manufacturers is inzreased, but this is more than offset bythe greater uni- formity and certainity in service of the new metal which call for less replace- men of parts anda greater net profit.
Preparing for the Vanderbilt Race.
If careful preparation and testing can secure results the Americans are going to make a good showing in the Vanderbilt races this year. _The three Thomas cars have been remodelled, and the best of which expert workmen are capable has been expended upon them. Particular attention has been given to the motors. For two weeks they were kept on brake _ test and another two weeks were occupied in fitting the pistons, so that it may be
judged each motor will give its maximum of horsepower when placed in service. Then finally turned over to their drivers they will have four months of testing ahead of them before being sent to the elimination trial which according to pres- ent plans, will be held in the latter part of September.
Some Interesting Figures.
The record non-stop of the Thomas car has caused an enthusiastic motorist to do some figuring, and the results are such as to interest all motorists. Asarule figures are dry and uninteresting but there are occasions when they interest most of us and the following can be read by every autoist with appreciation not merely of the trouble taken, but also with some dim idea of the meanings the figures convey :—
‘‘The actual non-stop run of the car was for twenty-one days, three hours and twenty-nine minutes, which would make the time in minutes 30,449. I saw the car during the New York automobile show and was present when it continued the run by starting overland to Chicago and estimate that it ran at the average rate of eight hundred revolutions per minute during the entire time, which would give it a record of 24,359,200 re- volutions. I took enough interest in the matter to confirm this estimate of the average number of revolutions per. min- ute by enquiring of employees at the garage of Harry S. Houpt, where supplies were taken on board, and of others who were familiar with the circumstances of the run. The stroke of the motor was five and a half inches which would make the total distance travelled by each con- necting rod eleven inches for each revolu- tion, or a total of 267,951,200 inches, which reduced, is 22,329,266.6 feet or 4,229.03 miles. This gives the total distance up and down travelled by the four connecting rods the stupendous mileage of over 16,916.12, considerably more than half way around. the world and that without a mechanical adjust- ment of any kind. I have these figures down pat and maybe you think | won't quote them to my friends this summer’’ this enthusiastic owner concludes.
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Although, as appears in our pages, great advances have been made in Europe in motor cabs and town cars practically nothing has heen done upon these lines in America. There have been a few or- dinary autos to be engaged upon hire in several Canadian cities, and that is the sum and substance of all that has been done in the direction of public auto vehicles. The reason given for this backwardness in auto developement in both the States and Canada is that hith- erto no American manufacturer has ap- plied himself to the production of the particular kinds of motors required. This deficiency is to be met by the E. R. Thomas Company of Buffalo. For more than a year they have had Mr. Gustave Chedin, head of the foreign engineering department of the Company, in Paris studying the conditions and problems at the headquarters of the industry. In the meantime the Company has been steadily preparing to carry out his plans and recommendations. Quite early in the
investigation it was made clear that it —
would not only be necessary to order but also to design special machinery for the manufacture of these cars. This has vir- tually meant the instalment of a new factory, prepared especially for the class of work necessary to put on the new cars. Asa result it has been found pos- sible to manufacture a car that shows a marked improvement, both in simplicity and refinement on the commonly accept- ed standards for such vehicles, and which embodies the principles of lightness and strength to a degree that has not hitherto- fore been approached. The new car will be a four cylinder one with a_ seating capacity of six people and will weigh but slightly in excess of 1,500 pounds. Both design and good materials are responsible for this success. It is believed, as a re- sult of experiments that the cost of operating these motor cabs and town cars, surprising as it may seem, will be no more than that of a single horse and carriage. This opens up a new field of possible purchasers and means extensions
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in the use of autos which will do much to revolutionize our present method of travel. Now that the principal handicap to pro- gress in this direction has been removed it is but natural to expect a vast exten- sion of the use. of the auto and in the course of a few years motor cabs will be more common in our streets than the horse drawn vehicles are at present. Their simplicity of operation will un- doubtedly prove a great inducement to mary men familiar with cab work to ente1 heartily into the-spirit of the new engine. The motor will not weigh, approximately, more than half what the present day motors of about the same horse power do.
The Romance of Discovery.
Seldom indeed has the romance of discovery been better illustrated than in the story which is told about the new Vanadium steel. On the day of the great Vanderbilt race, Mr. Henry Ford, of Detroit, and his party were standing on the course whena passing French
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car stopped near them. A valve stem, seven-sixteenths of an inch in diameter, had become bent and the united exertions of three men witha wrench could not move it. Mr. Ford got disgusted. He thought he could do the trick easily, and he offered his help. Four of them tug- ged at the little rod of steel, and Mr. Ford in the course of his exertions awoke to the fact that there must be something more in alloy steels than he knew about. On his return home the whole of the technical force of the factory were set on
the work of analysis, experiments and
tests of steels. Parts of foreign cars were purchased. Heat treatment was
studied. By accident they discovered an element for which they were not look- ing— Vanadium. It was found that Vanadium was worth many times the price of pure gold. Yet it was used in automobiles. One quarter of one per cent does the business, but the world’s output of two hundred ounces per month would not go far and the price was pre- hibitive. Just at the time it was found that a mine of vandiforous ore had been discovered in South America and by its use Vanadium steel could be made at the same price as nickel steel to which it is incomparably superior. From now on +t will be used in American cars, which can then claim quality unsurpassed by any and equalled by few cars made abroad. The cue to it all was given by the little incident of the valve in the racing car.
Big New Auto Factory Nearing Completion
in Indiana.
On returning from the Maxwell- Briscoe factory now rapidly approaching, completion at Newcastle, Indiana, Vice- president J.D. Maxwell said that finished automobiles would be turned out from this fourth factory operated by the Maxwell-Briscoe Motor Company by the time snow flies. Considering the size of the plant andthe immense amount of equipment necessary, together with the fact that ground was hardly more than broken on March I, this is remarkable progress. It seems, however, to bea case of necessity mothering invention, as the concernis reported to be greatly behind orders. This Newcastle plant will give employment to a couple of
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An Auto for Every Five Hundred Inhabitants.
Automobiles will soon be supplanting ~ sledges and dogs i in the far North, judg-— ing by a news item from Alberta, stating that nine motor cars, with more ordered, ~ are now Surprising the natives in that Canadian town. According toa Medi- i cine Hat Journal, eight Maxwells are in — commission in that town of 4000 popula- tion, or one to every five hundred inhabi- — tants.
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The Canoeing Pr oble m.
To be or not to be—in affiliation with the Canadian Amateur Athletic Union— that is the question, which is agitating the Canadian Canoe Association.
The matter came to a head at the C. C. A. meeting in Ottawa a couple of weeks ago and while there was a snappy argument over the matter the question is still in abeyance.
That new would-be governing body for Canadian Amateur Athletics, the phantom Federation, the creature of a few Montreal sportsmen who desire to mix ‘‘pros’’ and amateurs in team games, made a strong bid for the support of the paddlers but the C. A. A. U. men rallied strongly and so completely swayed the meeting that the Federation never had a chance.
But the C. C. A. did not join the C. A. A. U. and will not either unless the C. A. A. U. will accept their amateur definition which has been tentativeiy amended by the Executive Committee in order that some paddlers who played hockey against men who had played against professionals might be allowed to paddle. These men were looked upon suspiciously by the C. A. A. U. and their club mates were afraid that they would be handed a knockout if the C. C. A. joined the C. A. A. U. and so while they favored affiliation they wanted this ques- tion settled and the status of these men established.
The meeting amended the C. C. A. Amateur rule—one of the strictest on the continent—to meet the condition and authorized the Committee to present it to the C. A. A. U. for judgment. If they accept it the C. C. A. will likely join on the same terms as the Ontario Hockey Association and the Canadian Associa-
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tion of Amateur Oarsmen—that is they run their own affairs as long they do not countenance any crooked amateurism and the C. A. A. U. will back up their judgments, if necessary, and they will recognize C. A. A. U. suspensions and expulsions.
As a matter of fact if the C. C. A. had come to an open rupture with the C. A. A. U. the Western Ontario Clubs includ- ing the four Toronto Clubs would have resigned. They are too closely identified with the C. A. A. U. and have too many all round sportsmen in their ranks to re- main with any Association in opposition.
Montreal got the C. C. A. meet-in Au- gust. Ottawa wanted it for the Sum- mer Carnival, and Toronto had been promised it but the real fight was be- tween Ottawa and Montreal, and Mon- treal won. The meet will be held at Dominion Park, the big summer amuse- ment park of Montreal.
A Greater Henley.
That this year’s Canadian Henley will be the greatest ever held is admitted on all sides already. Rowing and canoeing are both booming as they never boomed beforeall over the country and the Mecca of the rowing men at least will be the August meet. True the Canoeing sec- tion may miss a couple of good eastern club entries but just the same there will be a larger number of contestants in every event from the singles to the war
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tawa Club know have decided not to accept entries of ‘‘pro” hockey players: Yet they go ahead with this one and propose entering it. Maybe doing, but at the same time the Ottawa should drop the redoubtable Harvey Pul- ford and have done with it. Heis ‘‘out” and the club should yield gracefully or quit the C. A. A. O. Pulford will net only be prohibited from pulling but he must resign from the captaincy—so one C. A. A..O. man told me—before an Ot- tawa entry will be accepted.
Ottawa hasa junior eight going un- der the tutelage of Coach Stevenson
which will"be seen at St. Kitts but they
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junior crew the Argonauts of Toronto — The Don Rowing
have under weigh. Club of Toronto too have a junior eight
coached by Nat Scholes that will take a _
bit of beating though the Argos seem to have it on themalright. The Torontos
have abandoned the eights and are go-
ing after the fours and singles. Young Green and the Argonauts will again rep- resent the club in the singles and young Ward, a new comer, and Crawford will be with the Dons in the singles. The Torontos will also have three or four. In the doubles the Dons look strong with Jacobs and Bowler but until Lou Scholes announces his partner it is hard to say how summer.
The Dominion Day Regatta at 10-
ronto will do much to clear up the hor- ©
izon. Hamilton is coming to the front and with Walter Obernesser rowing for them in the lightweight singles should be heard from though the game is just undergoing a revival on Burlington Bay. Up at Kenora and Winnipeg the game is booming aud both will have racing con- tingents down again at St. Kitts.
In the senior eights don’t overlook the Argonauts. Though they are experienc- ing some difficulty in selecting a stroke to replace the veteran Joe Wright, who declares that he has retired for good, the
eight will be a powerful one and should
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Delay With Cup Boats.
Despite the fact that the great Amer- ican Wizard, Nat Herreshoff, has designed and built Seneca,a Canada Cup defender, the Royal Canadians of Toronto, the challengers, refused to worry until it be-
came known that owing to the conges-.
tion of west bound freight that the Eng- lish built challengers Adele, owned by Cawthra Mulock, and designed by Ar- thur Payne, and Alleen 11 owned by W. G. Gooderham and designed by Alfred Mylne could not arrive here before mid June.
That bothered the R. C. Y. C. men not a little for it meant that the racing skip- pers and crews would not have time enough to get acquainted with their boats orto tune them up properly before the Cup trials in July, A month’s work is not enough when the crews cannot be
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each evening and upon Saturday and Sunday. The Crusader, the Fife boat built at Oakville, should be launched be- fore this magazine is in the readers’ hands. Even she will be a couple of weeks late in getting ready for serious preparatory work.
Another Race Postponed.
The Watertown Yacht Clvb has con- sented to a postponement from July 20th to August 3rd of the race for the new 18- foot international cup with the Kingston Yacht Club’s new 18-footer. The con- struction of the Kingston boat is away behind time and she could not be ready for the July date.
A Montreal Criticism ofthe A.A.F. of Canada.
A correspondent writes from Montreal: ‘‘Allow me to offer my sincere congratu- lations on the stand your Magazine is taking with regard to amateur sports. At present the onlooker gets the impres- sion that the two bodies seeking to control sport in Canada are doing their best to cut one another’s threats. - Both should, it seems to me, recognize the fact that there are two widely different Opinions prevailing in Canada at present,
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to reconcile and not to antagonize. It looks as if the best way at present would be to allow each branch of sport to govern its own special field and only have a central governing body for track and field athletics. Personally I do not believe that this experiment of playing amateur and _ professionals with and against each other is going to bea per- manent success. The motives of the two are so different that the best that can be said is that it seems to solve some problems. The purely amateur player is in every respect a better man than the semi-professional and I trust you will long seek to encourage those who play for something more tangible. **In a further communication he says :— *‘One thing in connection with the new Amateur Athletic Federation of Canada (so called) has impressed me very un- favorably towards them. They claimed that this organization was necessary in order to make athletics more honest as under the old condition of things there was a good deal of hidden professional- ism. I would be glad to know the names of ten men in Canada who believe
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The Rev. Dr. Murdoch writes: “Dear Editor: Your’ kind letter _ reached me on a trip East; also copy of “Rod and Gun” for May. I am pleased to make the acquaintance of Mr. E. R. La Fleche, Mr. A. Calbeck, the contribu-
- tor who writes under the name of ‘‘One of the Many Who Loves Nature,’’ and also Mr. Charles Annis. I hope with
your permission to refer to some state-
ments in Mr. La Fileche’s =§arti- cle in the July number of the _ Magazine. Let us’ hope that this
_ discussion may be carried on in a friend- ly spirit. It is a sure sign that a lawyer has no case when he begins to abuse the
_ opposing attorney.
I wish now to take time only to refer to one statement made by Mr. Annis on page 1058. Mr. Annis makes this un- friendly reference to myself: ‘‘The Rev- erend gentleman ate part of the deer him- self without charge. He was treated as I would wish to be treated, and this is
_ the thanks the Buckskins get for using
him as a gentleman. The Buckskins paid their licenses, had their hunt and sponged on nobody, nor made misstate- ments about them.” Prof. Huxley once
set an examination paper to some med- ical students. One question was: ‘What is a Lobster?’ One student answered: ‘fA Lobster isa red fish which swims ‘backward.”” Huxley said that was all
right except for three things: ‘‘A lob- ster is not a fish; its color is not red, and it does not swim backward.”’
Mr. Annis has deliberately written and published an absolute falsehood, \et us hope unintentionally. Z never had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Annis. I never had the honor of seeing any member of the Buckskin Club. I never ate a morsel of their ventson; nor was I entertained by them. Why Mr. Annis should make up
_ this yarn I do not know.
I am pleased to know that no fawns were shot by the members of this Club in 1892 or before that date. I was in- formed by a man who was familiar with the ground, and with the operations of the Club, that what I stated was correct.
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I have no doubt that had I been fortu- nate enough to have called on the mem- bers of the Club I would have foundthem pleasant and genial acquaintances. But the facts are as I state.
I thank the friend who on page 1135 calls my attention to my misuse of ‘‘Gun Club.” Itis ashe says. I had refer- ence only to Hunting Clubs, where a large number of men scatter through the woods and are placed by skilful guides to guard every avenue of escape for the hunted deer.”
Two important Orders in Council were published in recent numbers of the On- tario Gazette. They are of great in- terest to all sportsmen and one of them in particular to our visitors from across the border. Totake the last first the Order raises the non-resident hunting fee for big game from $25 to $50. In an- other part of this issue, in our analysis of the new Game and Fishery Act, we point out that the power was reserved to the Lieutenant-Governor-inCouncil to in- crease the fee to non-residents for hunt- ing big game to$50. The same Order pro- vides that the non-resident fee for shoot- ing ducks and all other small game be $25. As it was clearly the intention to raise the fee andthe Act did not specifi- cally do so, it is well this Order is pub- lished early that no one may be taken unawares and that full notice may be given to our visitors at a time when they are making their plans for next season. The first Order provides that residents of the Province are prohibited from fish- ing in any Provincial waters except by hook and line, without having first ob- tained a lease or license granting them permission to do so. The non-resident fishing fee is placed at $2 per rod, $5 for a family, and $5 for fishing from boats or yachts, the said permits to be good for a period of three months.
By the passing of the new Fish and Game Act of the Ontario Government, Mr. Edwin Tinsley, the Chiet Game Warden for Ontario, was left ina _ pecu-
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liar position. His office was abolished under the Act and a new one—that of Superintendent of Game and Fisheries— created. The amalgamation of the Fish- eries and Game branches of the Public Works Department was one of the great- est improvements made by the new Act, and the united interests needed a man of experience and knowledge to guide them under the new conditions. Mr. Tinsley has given many years of active service to the Province as Chief Game Warden, and since Mr. Bastedo left the Fisheries’ De- partment he has had the oversight of both branches. The Hon. Dr. Reaume, Minister of Public Works, who is in charge of the fish and game interests of the Province, has very rightly considered the value of Mr. Tinsley’s services to the Province and made him the first Superin- tendent of Game and Fisheries for On- tario. The many sportsmen who have met Mr. Tinsley and know something of the work he has done, will congratulate both him and the Province on this new appointment and believe that the cause of fish and game protection thréughout On- tario will gain materially as a result.
Mr. J. P. Turner writes from Winnipeg:
‘‘In the May number ot your valuable Magazine, I notice a few remarks by a sportsman of Deloraine regarding the barnacle goose and its appearance in Manitoba, and fear that he has tallen into an error over the wavy or snow goose. [In a number of year’s goose shooting in Manitoba, I have never come across the barnacle goose, nor have I seen one-in the possession of any other hunter, though it is not unlikely that they occur at very rare intervals during the spring or autumn migrations. To my know- ledge we havethree varieties of the wavy, though of one of these I have seen but a single example in six years. This was a mature Ross’ Snow goose and was taken on the Red River early in October 1902. This bird is no larger than a mallard drake and the specimen may be seen at any time in Winnipeg. The other two varieties are the Snow Goose (Chen hy- perborea nivalis) and the Blue Goose (Chen caerulescens). The former is by far the most plentiful goose occurring in Manitoba, butis always accompanied by
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the latterin considerable numbers, ~ es- pecially in the spring. Hudson’s Bay men say that upon reaching the coast o the Bay, the snow geese or wavies pro- ceed northward up the west coast while the blue geese cross to the east side, and that they return the same way inthe autumn. Further Mr. Macfarlane states that he never saw the blue goose among the large flocks of wavies which annually visit Liverpool Bay on the Arctic. coast, which would carry out the former con- tention and prove that these birds are not the young of the wavy. Among the grey geese, we have the Canada goose and the Hutchins goose, both being marked similarly, but the latter being much in- ferior in size; and I have a specimen which answers the description of the Cackling goose—a small variety found on the Pacific slope. Besides these the White-fronted Goose or Speckle-belly, as it is called among the gunners, is a common visitor in spring and fall.”
Mr. J. W. Misner, writing from Sault Ste Marie, Ont., says: ‘I notice in one article appearing in ‘‘Rod and Gun” an > invitation for information concerning the Wolf.. As I write this my feet are rest- ing on the skin of a large she wolf killed by my old friend Holdworth, who by the way was a Woodstock boy. The wolf was killed on April 13th, and indications show that she would have given birth to four pups about the first of June. Per- sonally lhave had very little experience in wolf hunting though I am in full posses- sion of the methods employed by many famous wolf hunters who successfully shot, trapped and located the dens and destroyed the pups of wolves in Norfolk | County, Ontario, over seventy years ago. Much of this is legendary being handed down to me by my father, and therefore I do not care to use it as authoritative. The time to hunt pups is from the middle of May to the middle of June. The wolf prefers a hollow logy ina dense part of the woods for a den, but will make a den in caves of rocks. The hunter will find out how closely he is approaching a den by feeling the moss on old rotten logs. By touch he will feel the impression ot — the wolfs feet in the rotten wood under ~
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the moss. For some reason or other a wolf will walk on all the logs it can when approaching the den. I could relate many interesting stories as told to me in which my father, grandfather and great grandfather, (who, like myself, were all all born in that old county) took part.”
(We are sure all our readers agree with us in hoping that Mr. Misner will allow us to read some of those interesting wolf stories. Ed.)
Acorrespondent from Finmark, Ont., says: ‘“‘It is no uncommon thing for bears and wolves to come right up to the camps along the Grand Trunk Pacific at nights foraging for refuse. I am told that in the spring of ’06 twenty-two bears were killed within a radius of five or six miles from Finmark. The snow was so deep when I left that district two or three weeks ago (about the middle of April) that I could not personally verify the truth of the story though I have no reason to doubt it. In this connection I
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might say that these animals are good scavengers, particularly the bears, and as the latter are harmless it is hardly sportsmanlike to kill them. Though the season was unfavorable to the hunter on account of the deep snow I saw lynx, fisher, foxes and mink brought in by trappers.”
The Solid Comfort Fishing Club, of Mercer, Pa., the members of which or- ganization have been spending their va- cations in Ontario since 1880 have now purchased Island No. 50 in the French River. Upto last year they visited at Beaumaris on Lake Muskoka but sold their property at that place, and broke new ground by last year camping on the French River, three or four miles above the first falls. They liked their new loca- tion so well that they purchased the island as stated above, which contains an area of twenty-five acres. They are arranging to put up buildings and expect to make this place their permanent future
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location. They will reach their new headquarters by steamer from North Bay. In May, 1906, acommittee of the members went to the French River on an exploring expedition and at that time there were but two cottages on the river. There are at least nine cottages now and no doubt there will soon be as many more. The member of the Club who sends us these particulars adds: ‘‘The region isa most delightful one and the fishing is first class. Black bass are abundant, and so are pickerel, maskin- onge and pike. Last year we had diff- culties in distinguishing between maskin- onge and pike and had many arguments Over the matter. No one seemed to know of any infallible test. It seems that these two species of fish resemble each other very closely on the French River. The rule we finally went by was that if the fish jumped out of the water when hooked he was a maskinonge, oth- erwise he was considered a pike.”
A newspaper despatch states that the Canadian Government have purchased the Pablo herd of buffalo on the Flat Head reservation in Montana. The herd numbers between four and five hundred buffaloes and is said to be the largest herd in the world. The price is stated to be $150,000 and arrangements are completed for taking the herd north.
One of the last letters written by the late Dr. Drummond from Cobalt was to his friend Judge Foster, of Knowlton, Que., and contained the following verse:
From far off wild Temagami, Land of the silver gnome,
My warmest feelings go to thee, Among the hills of Brome.
If amid the multitude of counsellors there is wisdom then the open season for deer in Ontario ought to be fixed just right. A resident of Hastings County advocates Novy. 15th to 30th, as the ideal dates, giving as his reason that there is usually snow on the ground at that time and with snow on the ground wounded deer can be traced and not left to the
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wolves, while under such circumstances the number destroyed is just two per gun and no more. He isa believer in the fee of $2 for residents and $50 for non-residents.
The work of preparation for the Inter- national Tournament of Bait and Fly Casting given under the auspices of The National Association of Scientific Ang- ling Clubs by the Racine Fly Casting Club, of Racine, Wis., is proceeding apace, and the rules which govern this important meeting to be held on August 15, 16, 17nexthave just been issued. They provide that at all such meetings three amateur fly and three amateurbait events shall be selected from among the events listed, and the trophy in each of these events shall be known as the ‘‘Amateur Championship Trophy.” The commit- tee of the National Association tried their hands at the definition of a ‘‘pro- fessional” and the definition “is worth quoting in full as of interest to all classes — of sportsmen:
‘A professional is defined as follows:
One who is or has been a teacher of casting for pay; One who is or has been a market fisherman; one who is or has — been a paid guide; one who for pay casts or has cast with any rod, reel, line or de-— vice in the interests of the maker or seller thereof; one who does or has done exhibition casting for pay, either directly or indirectly; one who for pay conducts — or has conducted any exhibition of cast- ing; one who is or has been engaged in the manufacture or sale of fishing tackle.
(This definition does not include the amateur rod builder or fly tier, or the amateur maker of some angling device for his own use.) The other rules apply strictly to the conduct of the Tourna- ment and provide, as far as human in- genuity seems capable of doing so, for the efficient and impartial conduct of the various events. The, last rule isa pretty wide one, and much will depend upon the discretion of the Committee having its enforcement. ‘‘Anyone found guilty of selling a trophy or of any other conduct unbecoming a gentleman and sportsman, shall not be permitted to participate in any tournament.”’
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and five moose. Roughly speaking the value of the load was placed at five hundred dollars, the greater part of which amount was expended on supplies, having secured which the owner and his dogs again set their faces towards the silent North. The animals showed signs of fatigue on arrival at Edmonton, but the stay in the city set them up again and they faced the return journey cheer- fully and with renewed vigor.
The propagation of game birds is_ be- ing taken up in earnest in Stevens County, Washington. A portion of the game fund is to be expended upon the purchase of eggs of English and silver pheasants. These will be distributed among the farmers and ranchers and when the chicks are matured they will be set free in the forests. This method of starting game is believed to be more economical than buying grown birds. The attempt should be watched with in- terest in Canada where the latter course has been followed in several instances.
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One correspondent makes a strong protest against the clause in the new Act prohibiting the use of the automatic gun. The words of the Act are that such agun shall not be used ‘‘in the killing of game.” It may be asked what is the use of such a gun without being able to use it for the very purpose for which it was purchased? The correspondent states that any high pressure long range gun is more destructive than the automatic, which is a short range gun. The hunt- ers and trappers prefer the automatic be- cause being short and light they can, in going through the bush, handle them much easier than along range gun. He asserts that hunters and trappers are the hardest hit by this prohibition and be- lieves it is because they are working men so little was said in defence of the gun. As a matter of fact however, a good deal was said in defence of the gun and it was only after a long discussion and a narrow division that the clause was carried.
Mr. James Avery writes from Dorset, Ont.: ‘‘I ama guide who is deeply in- terested in the protection of our fish and game. While I appreciate the efforts of the members of the Ontario Fish and Game Protective Association and applaud the work they are doing, I cannot help thinking that they have started at the wrong place. In my opinion it would be much better if the members would seek rather to enforce the law as it stands than use their powers and influence to have new ones enacted. The law as it stands may not be just the one to suit people in every portion of the Province, but if it were enforced it would afford better protection to fish and game than allthe amendments which can be made. It is not the sportsman who decreases the fish and the game, but the man who livesin the wilds, existing like the In- dians on fish and game all the year round. What is needed is a warden for each township to look after these men. Unless this is done the time is near when fish and deer will live only in the mem- ories of those who have fished and hunt- ed in past days. One important point was overlooked when the law was last amended. The otter is still protected
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although it lives on fish and is a constant fisher at all seasons of the year. Loons are likewise protected, although the loons are daily taking more fish than are the people. What we require is assist- ance to enforce the law and we request the members of the Ontario Fish and Game Protective Association to put forth their efforts in this direction. I regret that they have proposed the increase of the non-resident hunting fee to $50. This will have a tendency to keep the non-resident out and leave the moose and deer to the white and black Indians.”
An interesting deer story comes from the State of Washington. A _ rancher named William Warin, living near Brin- non, was on his way to the Post Office recently when a deer came out of the dense timber and started for him. The man turned upon the animal and drove it into a nearby lake. With a companion he followed it in a boat, and after chas- ing it for an hour captured it and towed it to a whart from which it shortly after- wards disappeared. The butcher in the settlement says that his trade dropped off for several days—that’s all.
There is certainly no end to Mr. Marble’s efforts and ingenuity in the in- terests of sportsmen. One of the latest —it will not do to say the latest for Mr. Marble is always at work — is Marble’s Simplex rear sight which is made for the 22 caliber rifles only. The sight is held quite firmly in the preper position for shooting by an inside spring and can be easily folded down. A large and small aperature disc is furnished with each sight. |The stem can be set very quick- ly in any position by raising the lock to a horizontal position and moving the stem up or down with the fingers. The lock holds the stem rigid at any elevation and the stem cannot drop out even when the lock is open, but it can be removed when desired. The lug on the base of the upright prevents the sight from being folded back far enough to interfere with the hammer on the rifle. The price is only $1.50 and this new rear sight will be ready for the market in August next. -
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It is an interesting matter to all Cana- dians to learn something of the troubles in fish, game and bird protection of our neighbors across the border. A little pamphlet, just issued by the Biolog- ical Survey, of the Department of Agri- culture, is indeed of more than passing interest inasmuch as dealing with Flor- ida we learn something of the conditions under which the ducks bred in Canada pass the winter season in that southern State. It seems that although Florida was organized as a Territory in 1822 and has been passing game laws since 1827, the present condition of things still leaves much to be desired. While its legislation for the protection of non game birds is said to be second to no State in the Union that for game birds is not comprehensive enough to meet present needs. -Doves, woodcock, snipe, plover, sandpipers, rail, or shore birds
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close seasons, bag limits or restrictions on sale or export. There is no prohibi- tion of the export of ducks or other water fowl. What enforcement of the laws takes place is by means of county war-
dens and less than half the counties have such wardens. There are three bird re- serves, now maintained by the Federal Government within the borders of the State. A Game Commission for the State is strongly urged and it is pointed out that thirty-five States and three Ter- ritories maintain such Commissions which can be made self supporting while maintaining fish, game, and bird life at
its highest and best throughout the State. Every bird lover must welcome the
appearance of one of the latest of the valuable series of leaflets issued by the Bureau of Biological Survey of the United States Department of Agricul- ture entitled, ‘‘Value of Swallows as Insect Destroyers.”” A fine tribute is paid to the swallows by the statement that ‘‘their beauty, their graceful flight, and their sociability ensure them a_wel- come everywhere and endear them to every Jover of nature. Their aesthetic value, however, great as it is, is not so important as their economic worth, so
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constant ard effective is the warfare they wage against the insect hosts, which but for them and other avain benefactors would render successful agriculture im- possible.”” For the farmer and orchard- ist no more useful birds than the swal- lows exist. ‘‘Specially adapted for flight and unexcelled in aerial evolutions they have few rivals in the art of captur- ing insects in mid-air. They eat nothing of value to man except a few predaceous wasps and bugs, and in return for their services in destroying vast numbers of noxious insects ask only for harborage and protection. The importance of the birds to the States is that the swallows destroy the boll weevil which threatens the cotton crop, and the various species of swallows—the tree swallow, the barn swallow, the bank swallow, the cliff swallow, and the purple martin—are de- scribed and the best methods of protect- ing and extending their numbers de- scribed and advocated. The people of the north are urged to help in this work and assist the southerners in keeping downtheir insect pests. The swallows are good alike for the people of the north and the south and this is a case in which hearty co-operation may take place with much good will on both sides of the line.
The following characteristic letter from a fisherman has been received from La- doga, Ind., by Messrs. A. F. Meissel- bach & Bro. of Newark, N. J., the man- ufacturers of the Take-a-part reel: ‘‘Am sending you under separate cover one (1) Take-a-part reel to have overhauled. The click as you will see, is cut out. It was my own fault not yours. Also the small washer on crank handle was lost. Put reel in good shape and return as soon as possible, as 1 could not go fish- ing without it. Also send bill when reel
is returned. This is the third season I have used this reel and I like it better every time I take it out, and have no
trouble convincing every fisherman that I come in contact with, that it is the best all round reel forthe money on the market. It has them all beaten a mile. Very respectfully yours, E. W. Foster.” This is just the kind of testimonial that is of value—that ofa practical man who
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has had personal experience of the article about which he writes.
An interesting evidence of the desire to escape from the city for atime and en- joy life in the haunts of Nature is af- forded by the popularity attending camp- ing expeditions from Montreal. There are now four well organizd camps held out in the backwoods for boys and young men from that city. The oldest is the Junior Y. M. C. A. which started out in July sixteen years ago and has in the interval gathered much experience which enables the organiza- tion to be successfully maintained. The Senior Y. M. C. A. followed a month later, and they have likewise held most successful camps. Last year the M. A. A. A. Instructor in Gymnastics (Mr. Long) took a party of boys to McNab’s Island, Nova Scotia. The’ experiment was so successful that it is intended to repeat it this year. Camp Agaming (on the beach) opens again this year on June 22nd and closes on August 28th. About thirty-five boys will be taken out for the nine weeks. The location of this Camp is on the shores of Lac Archambault, nine miles by two, in the Laurentian Mountains. There are many other large akes with good waterways between them in the near neighborhood. A beach of hard white sand five hundred yards long, afford ideal bathing. Northof the camp, after the first two miles, there is nothing but untrodden wilderness right to James’ Bay. The boys learn how to set up tents properly, make shelters, wash, cook, cut trails, follow old trails, right upset canoes, empty canoes, sail yachts and boats, canvas a canoe, light a fire with sticks, use the compass anda hun- dred and one things that develop re- sourcefulness and character. This Camp is organized by Mr. C. B. Powter, of the High School, Westmount, Montreal.
Canadian fishermen and bait casters when across in the States,and particularly in the neighborhood of South Bend, Ind., are invited to call in at the South Bend Casting Club where they are promised a royal welcome. The South Bend Club
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had a charter membership of fifty-three, to which sixty-eight new ones have been added, with a prospective increase to one hundred and fifty. The ‘‘fishing boys” of South Bend are described as ‘‘an energetic lot of young fellows, none over one hundred years old and the oldest the most enthusiastic.’’ The Club has a fine headquarters at Spring Brook Park, which is reached by street car, anda visit to which is alone worth the trouble to which anyone may be put in finding his way there. In addition to the ordinary welcome the members promise to listen to the fish stories of all visitors and if the teller gets tangled up at all to allow him to go back and make any necessary ad- ditions he pleases. Surely hospitality could no further go, and every fisherman who can make it convenient should test this fine offer which must makethe South Benders equal to their claim of being “jolly good fellows.”
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Two outlets to the sea have been se- cured by the Canadian Northern owing to their control of the Quebec and Lake St. John Railway— one at Quebec, where the Company have splendid terminal fa- cilities, and the other at Chicoutimi which in the future will be linked with the west and is apparently destined to become a port of great importance. The Quebec and Lake St. John, with its branchto Chicoutimi andthat to LaTuque on the Saguenay River, serves a territory of some 15,000 square miles in extent, and all this is said to be good for settle- ment. The La Tuque branch will, it is anticipated, be completed and opened this summer and ultimately it will con- nect with the transcontinental. There are rumors that an extension to Hudson Bay will follow some day, and certainly this great inland sea, whichhas remained so. ong untapped from the land side, will stand many railway extensions to its shores. This development will mean much to the fine Province of Quebec in whose future every Canadian must feel interested.
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feel envious. The J. Stevens Arms and Tool Company of Chicopee Falls, Mass., have recently adopted the very handy and convenient method of attaching a tag to all their firearms. These tags contain clearly printed detailed information refer- ring to the arms to which they are at- tached points of merit, etc. Messrs. Stevens are the first in the firearm manu- facturing field to adopt this up-to-date plan of acquainting both the the trade and the customer with the exact use of the many models comprised in their varied and extensive lines of manufac- tures. On each tag is also to be found valuable pointers regarding the care of the individual firearm to which it is at- tached, what to do and what not to doto insure best results. The more those handling the goods know about them, the better for customers desiring inform- ation, and for the manufacturers them- selves. The Stevens tags are certain to be appreciated by all who make use of them. They may be aptly termed ‘‘Ste- vens Ready Reference Tags” as they emphasize just what the firearm to which they are attached is capable of doing and its exact uses.
Although the Temiskaming and North- ern Ontario Railway is a Provincial line the whole of Canada is interested in sev- eral ways in the future of this railway. It is an experiment in Government own- ership and owing to the manner in which wonderful discoveries followed the lay- ing of the rails it has proved an assured success. It was the original intention to run the line through from North Bay to James Bay, ‘‘some day,” when convenience might suggest. Then came the Grand Trunk Pacific and the aim was to form a connection with the new trans- continental. The railway is in good run- ning order from North Bay to New Lis- keard, 114 miles. The surveys have been made and contracts let from New Liskeard toa junction with the Grand Trunk Pacific, this extension being put at another 140 miles. From this junction point to James’ Bay there still remains 220 miles... Preliminary surveys have been made and aterminus at Moose Fac- tory is favored. Up tothe close of last year the expenditure upon the railway
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had amounted to practically $10,000,000 and it is calculated that asimilar amount would complete the line right up to the proposed terminus. Here there would be an opening to the sea, and it is be- lieved, even if no more mineral discov- eries occurred, that an enormous traffic might be developed to and from Hudson Bay. At the present time there are sev- eral schemes, more or less in the air by means of which Quebec and Manitoba mean to reach the great inland sea, and it is clear if Ontario wishes to maintain the lead she hasheld so far the work will have to goon without ceasing. The Commission to which the Ontario Gov- ernment have very wisely handed over the construction aud working of the line, have doubtless considered this matter though in the light of recent events they may be disposed to make stronger rec- commendations to the Government con- cerning the work. The Ontario Govern- ment, in the interests of the whole Prov- ince, should see that the !ine is carried through for it is likely to greatly assist Canadian development in the full sense of that expression.
The Dominion officials are making ar- rangements to clear all squatters from the Dominion forest reserves in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and the railway belt of British Columbia. Altogether there are twenty-one of these reserves, covering an area of 3,300 square miles. As long as these people are living amongst the timber it is felt there can be no security against fire. All parties who have no titles will have to leave and go to lands which are open for settlement. A permanent staff of rangers is to be ap- pointed on all the reserves for the pur- pose of preventing fires and timber poaching. A survey of the timber is be- ingcarried out and as soon as it is com- pleted aplan_ will be devised by which the annual growth may be taken off and marketed. of the squatters, of which there are sev- eral hundreds on the various reserves.
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wolves will be likewise interested in knowing something of the experiences of our neighbors south of the border. Ina small pamphlet issued by the Bureau of Biological Survey of the United States — Department of Agriculture, Mr. Vernon Bailey, the Assistant in charge of Geo- graphic Distribution, visited the upper peninsula of Michigan, Northern Wis- consin and Minnesota. He found that the deer, if unmolested, would nave win- tered in good condition, but while the snow was soft they were entirely at the mercy of the wolves. The latter were numerous, and dead deer were found in almost every ‘‘yard” visited, some partly eaten and others only torn and mangled. Large bucks, as well as does and fawns, had been killed, many more than could be eaten at the time. Only those killed since the previous heavy fall of snow were visible, but in past years hundreds of deer carcasses were reported in the yards after the melting of the snow. When the snow becomes heavily crusted in spring the deer leave the yards and scatter over the country and are not eas- ily caught. The wolves then return to the old carcasses which probably furnish much of their food during the breeding season. Up tothe middle of April the wolves were not occupying their breeding dens. The indications were that the pups in the dens should be looked for during May and the early part of June. Many parts of the country are rough and rocky with cut banks, steep slopes, and low cliffs which furnish ideal breeding places for wolves. Washed out cavities in the sides of gulches, small caves in the sand- stone cliffs bordering many of the streams, valleys and cavities among boulders and broken rocks on the south slopes of high rocky ridges are common. The wolves were paying frequent visits to these places even in the early part of April as was shown by fresh tracks in many of the caves and it seemed safe to assume, from the well ‘known breeding habits of wolves in other sections of the country, that later on these cavities were occupied as breeding dens. Every den should be located and the pups destroyed. By concerted effort on the part of resi- dents and those interested in the protec- tion of game the increase of wolves
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might thus be effectually checked. Once located the dens should be visited every year in the breeding season as wolves use the same den for successive years. Wolves do not breed until they are two
years old. By the use of scents those not breeding can usually be trapped dur- ing spring and summer, though the best time for trapping isin fall and early winter.
The ninth year of the Hiawatha Indian Play will begin in July at Wayagamug, Petoskey, Mich. This place has become a centre for water sports, also for every- thing that goes towards making a sports- man—it is a sportsman’s school—camp- ing with camp cooking as a specialty, canoeing, swimming, shooting and gen- eral woodcraft lore are taught. A North American wild animal farm has _ been started where it is hoped that every spe- cies now in danger of destruction may be preserved. A good beginning has been made. Dr. French, naturalist, of Wash-
ington, D. C., and Capt. Craine, of Alaska, are the leading spirits. The Ad- visory Board contains the names of some of the leading sportsmen and _nat- uralists of America.
A couple of questions which are troub- ling more than one State of the Union are likely sooner or later to cause some searching of hearts in Canada. ‘‘Is theresuch a thing as ‘‘domestic’venison?”’ Of course there may be such a thing but the query means will the law recognize it assuch? Further can game animals protected under the laws be taken into captivity for the purpose of breeding, so that their progeny may be placed upon the market and sold as food in the same manner as the meat of domestic animals? At present the answers to these questions, so far as Canada is concerned, is decid- edly in the negative. Here we have so much room that we can allow wild ani- mals to be reared ina state of Nature.
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The demand for venison in the future may easily increase so as to lead to ef- forts being put forth to supply the same, which, if allowed, will cause a _ serious loophole in our protection laws. It will be interesting to notice how these two queries are answered in the States, and upon the lessons of their experiences may well be based our future actions.
The Lindsay Branch of the Ontario Fish and Game Protective Association recently sent a deputation to the Minister of Public Works asking that the taking of frogs fromthe watersof Victoria County be prohibited during the spawning season, and covering the months of May, Juneand July. It was stated that owing to the ease by which frogs could be cap- tured at night time by means of jack lights such tmmense quantities of frogs’ legs had been shipped to the States during the past few years that the num- bers of frogs had decreased to a point
harmful to many interests. The frog hunters themselves were alive to the danger of the industry being ruined and the members stated that a great injury was being done by reducing the food supply for black bass, maskinonge, wild ducks and certain valuable fur bearing animals, such as mink, skunk, otter, etc. which depended on young frogs asa portion of their food. One delegate who, had dealt In the export of frogs’ legs, stated that afew years ago aband of three men had sold to him in three months a sufficient quantity of frogs to fetch $5,000 inthe New York market but at present it was utterly impossible to obtain such quantities. The Minister, (the Hon. Dr. Reaume) promised care- ful consideration of the representations that had been made to him.
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The Temiskaming and Northern On- tario Railway, built and owned by the Ontario Government, is steadily pro-
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Tournament Dates
Annual Tournament Sherbrooke Gun Club July lst, Dominion Day. C. H. Foss, Secretary August 7, 8, % Toronto, Ontario, Seventh An-
nual Tournament of the Dominion of Can- ada Trap Shooting Association under aus-
pices of Stanley Gun Club. Thomas 7. Duff, Secretary-Treasurer, 3 Maynard Ave. Toronto, Ontario.
Stray Pellets.
The Grand American Handicap target tourn- ament at Chicago, June 18 to 21 inclusive, will be the big event in thi world of trap shooters this month. The first day’s programme will be five 20-target events, $2.00 entrance and $25 added for each event. On June 19th will be the Preliminary Handicap at 100 targets, $7 entrance. and the State Team event. On June 20th will be the Grand American Handicap at*one hundred targets, $10 entrance, 16 to 23 yards. On June 21st will be held Amateur Championship at 200 targets, $20.00
entrance, 18 yards rise, high guns, not class shooting. The professional championship at 200
tarzets will be held. the last day.
Empire and Dupont powder divided the hon- ars at Ridgetown. Dupont won three and Em- nire two of the high average prizes.
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“Iniun’’ Conover, with his Smith one-trig- ger gun and Dupont powder, did good work at
3lenheim, breaking 106 out of 120. His clever work attracted much attention from the large crowd of shot gun enthusiasts.
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Thos. Brodie, with 22 out of 25, was high man in the initial shoot of Fort Garry Gun (Ib.
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Tlovd Bracken. a lad of 16, broke 33 out of the first 35 targets he ever shot at, on Kings- ville club grounds recently. He used Imperial shells and a Fox gun and naturally thinks thev are the best combination possible. Such a score for a vouth of his age at his first at-
tempt is certainly remarkable. os 5 At the annual meeting of thb Boissevain, Man., gun club, held in April, the following of- ficers were appointed: Patrons, James John- son. M.P., J. W. Knittel and Thos. Brodie honorary president. J. J. Millidze; president, A. Fletcher; captain, J. A. Mumro; secretary- treasurer. Thomas Scott: managing committee, G. C. Aitken, L. Thompson. C. BE. Hutchinson, H. S. Price and J. fee was placed at $1. * * _ The annual meeting of Gun club was held April tendance. Dr. a chair. The treasurer’s report to be in good shape financially, with a _ bal- ance on the right side of $142. It was decid- ed to hold shoots Tuesday and Friday of each week, The following officers were elected: Pres- fdent, Dr. S. W. McInnis; vice president, R. R.
the Brandon (Man.) 22nd with a good at- McInnis occupying the showed the club
A. Munro. The membership ,
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Doling; secretary, M. Varcoe; captain, T. N. Williamson: executive. R. Lane, Wm. Bishop. J. Schwartz, W. Smith, C. Drummond, J. Waddel, R. Sutherland. J. Hall. W. G. Hopper.
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At the annual meeting of the (irystal City (Man.) Gun Club the following officers were elected for the coming season: President, James McNamee: vice president, Charles Masters; sec- ond vice-president, Murray Edkins; field cap- tain. J. F. Greenway; secretary-treasurer, Chas Walker: executive committee. N. E.-Nunn, G. R. Taylor and O. D. Garbutt.
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S. S. Smith, who won th trapshooting championship of Souris last year with the re markably high average of 94 is eptitled to shoot for the cabinet of silver during the Win- nipveg exhibition. Mr. Smith had the highest average in western Canada. The Winnipeg cham- nion had 8&6, while J. Saunders of Killarney, champion of western Canada, had 82. Mr. Smith is addicted te the use of the Parker or = . + =
The Ingersoll Gun Club held « spoon shoot on April 25th afternoon, which was won by F. W. Staples after an exciting race with A. B. Walker and W. J. Kirbyson. These three shoot- ers tied with a score of 22 out of 25 birds. In the shoot-off Staples mad a straight score, while Kirbyson broke seven and Walker nine. There were ten contestants and the scores were: ™, W. Staples 22, W. J. Kirbyson’/22, .A. B: Walker 22, W. Cole 17, J. Staples 21, H. W. Knight 15, W. A. Edgar 12, H. W. Partlo 8, R. B. Harris 20,-Gho. Nichols 14.
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The Herald reporter of the Hamilton Gun (lub in announcing a club shoot breaks into humour as follows: ‘‘For the benefit of the un- initiatld, it might he explained that targets, ar clay pigeons. are saucer shaped discs made
«f a composition of coal tar and clay, which ig very brittle and easily broken. When the targets are thrown from the trap their flight
mav be to the right or to the left, or straight away, and the aim of the shooter is to ‘knock the tar out of it’ as it flies. He dees not want to let the target right straight away and be
left. He does not mind the clay that is only dust. and if the target is only dusted it is missed. He does not miss the dust, but he
misses the target then he looks critically at his gun. examines the exploded shell, and blames everybody and everything but himself for miss- ine. It is surprising to see how expert some get to be at hitting the targets. It does not revuire much expertness to be ablb to miss them. These are some of the peculiarities of tareet shooting. and if it does not describe the snort clearly, join the gun club, and you will get some experience and lots of fun.’’ * * »
The Southern Handicap Tournament at Rich- mond, Va., was largely attended and an un- qualified success, over 100 shooters taking part The preliminary handicap at 100 targets was won by R. G. Stokley of Wilmington, N. C.,
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with a score of 92 after shooting off a tie with Fifty dollars in five prizes of $10 Woolfolk Henderson of Lexington, Ky. Three given for high average for the two men tied on 91. ‘They were D. A. Upson, of Winners were: Harry Scane 351, F.
each were days. The Galbraith
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Pa., and T. S. Baskerville of Clifton Forge,Va. weorge Laing 319. C. Scane won the 5 pounds
In the Preliminary as well as Southern Handi- of powder offered for low average.
cap manufacturers’ representatives were not al- The shooting for some reason was particu-
lowed to compete for prizes. The Southern larly hard, as 1s shown by the low per centage
Handicap was tied for by two Philadelphians, with which the averages were won. Harry
G. S. McCarty and H. E. Buckwalter, with 92 Scane’s 91 per cent. the first day was, under
each, out of 100, and was won by McCarty, af- the _circumstantes, very good.
ter a very exciting shoot off. Crosby’s »2 The trade representatives present were F.
from 20 yards was a feature of this event. In H. Conover, Dupont Powder Co., F. L. Hal-
the entire shoot out of 360 targets shot at ford. Nominion Cartridce Co., and John R.
Crosby was high professional with 339 and Col4#, Union Metalic Cartridge Co. “‘lnijiun’’
Lester German second with 335. D. A. Upton Conover did remarkable work at the traps with
of Cleveland was high amateur with 333, and his Smith single trigger.
Ed. Hickey, Pittsburg, second with 329. Charlie Fastlake, was the painstaking cash- : ges) ats ier, and did his important part of the work
Gun clubs or individuals who desire to affil- thorouxhly and well.
iate with the Dominion Trap Shooters’ Associ- The scores were as follaws:—
ation and so become entitled to take part in \
the big tournament at Toronto in August are FIRST DAY
reminded that they must do so on or before
June 15th, otherwise they will have to pay 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 Tti
double fees. The fee for membership on or be- NY. Hi. Conover” .:..:4. 19 18 17 18 19 17 18 15 18 18 177
fore June 15th is $5.00 for clubs and $1.00 for Geo. McCall = 17 17 14 16 19 17 12 19 16 19 166
individual shooters and after June 15th, 310.00 Ree Galorantihueess noe. 17 19 10 17 19 18 19.18 1719 173
and $2.00 respectively. Send fee to Thomas A. Ioehler =... vee seeeetee 12 15 17 13 16 16 18 16 1617 156
Duff, Esq:, 3 Maynard Ave., Toronto. the secre- J. Scane 0... eee 13 16 16 18 16 18 14151717 160
tary. Pee GE hays iy Sale Ren pes 10 18 17 15 19 14 18 13 18 12 154
pean. teeta Sol ¥ CG Sram” Sete het 17 17 14 14 16 1416 101717 152 H. Scane 18 18 20 19 17 20 1716 19 18 182
Ridgetown Tournament. Mailer t-te ieee, emcee 11 10 13 14 13 11 15 15 1714 131
Ridgetown, that hive of good trap shooters, W. (yt S00 G5 1) ee eS 13 19 19 14 15 16 17 15 17 16 162 held its annual tournament, May 9th and 10th SUTIN eta WigteSee Febase 10 17 11 10 13 17 17 15 1715 142 The cun clun had offered a very attractive pro- MHartlib ... .. 1. 1... 15 17 17 14 17 20 13 17 17 16 163 gramme, but the attendance was not as large McMackon ... ... ... ...16 16 a 15 15 10 15 1912 151 as the boys had a right to expect and many Mbon Old Gesaaei-- esate = ape 15 12 uae 16 places that are largely patronized by the Ridge- McNeil), 2.0... --0. s2n0-- 11 16 Phe 6 town shooters every year failed to show up ESM Si owete ee cese sos” exces ...10 15 16 10
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Billy Bounce rolled in on the second day, wiped ‘everybody’s eye with that new Smith single trigger (a beauty) and then rolled out vain.
2 Two Parkers’, a Smith, a Fox and‘ a Winchester repeater were the guns used by the winners.
Bill Wicle, the game warden, was trying out a new Smith single trigger. Billy and Dave Hawk, like the lion and the lamb. were lying down together.
Jocular John was also lying down together in his usual cheerful way. He and Billy Bounce tied for high average, in the club house, for the best discontinued story.
Tittle Sure Short was out at 5 a.m. bregk- ing a thoroughbred colt. It was comparative- ly easy after that to break targets. ;
Injun finds ‘‘shootin’ blue bill on de mash’ great practice for targets.
The festivities wound up in a snow storm, which may account for the heavy frost in some of the scores.
The Ridgetown boys are the best patrons of the game in Canada and their annual shoot. should have been better patronized by some who wert conspicuous by their absence.
Blenheim Gun Club Tournament.
A very successful blue rock tournament was held by the Blenheim Gun Club on their grounds at that town on May 3rd. The attendance was exceptionally large, the day fine and the rocks thrown to the satisfaction of every one.
Tom Taylor, a local crack, carried off the honors by winning the Dupont watch fob given for high avkrage with the remarkably good score of 112 out of 120 or .934 per cent. George McCall, St. Thomas, won second average with 1%. F. H. Conover, of the DuPont Co., was the only trade representative, and did good work at the score, breaking 106 out of 120.
Owing to the unusually Jarge number of Con- testants, the programme of 175 targets could not be finished, being called off at the end of the 7th event:—
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Thirteen members of the Audubon Gun Club of Buffalo were the guests of the Stanley Gun Club of Toronto, Saturday afternoon, April 13, in a team shoot between the tyo clubs, fifty birds per man, in which the Stanleys were vic- torious by two birds. Mr. J. Talcott of Buffalo and Mr. Jennings of Stanleys made high scores with 44. The following are the individual scores:
Buffalo—J. Talcott 44; C. Sidway 43, W. F- Hoppen 43, Dr. Wooton; C. Berkhard, J.E. Wil- son 40; B. J. Covert 39. A. L. Heinhold 38, R. H. Sidway, R. H. Reed 37; E. Cox 3. E. Ren- icke 32, J. E. McLeod 31. Total 499. McDuff 42, McGill 31, Marsh 41, Vivian 39, Dunk
‘Stanleys—Jennings 44, Ely, W. Wakefield 43; 39, P. Wakefield 38, Fritz 3j, Parry 34, Dey 32, Massingham 29. Total 501.
The Hamilton Gun Club shot g return match with the Balmy Beach Gun Club Saturday af- ternoon, April 13, on the crounds of the Laker club. The first match, which was shot in Ham- ilton, went to the Hamilton shooters. Follow- ing are the scores:— :
Hamilton—Ripley 23, Dr. Wilson, C. Thomp- son 22; J. Upton, Crooks 21; Dean, W.P.Thomp- son 20; Cline, Bates 18. Total 203.
Balmy Beach—Ross_ 25, Casci, Draper, Sea- ger, J. G. Shaw 22; Boothe, Davis, J. Wilson. 21; Lyonde 20, J. A. Shaw 19. Total 215.
The Toronto Junction Gun Club held the regular spoon shoot, April 17th. The high wind made good scores impossible, Mr. Geo. W. Mc- Gill being high man with 19 out of 25. The sum- mer series commenced April 24th, and the priz- es given by the club and friends are the most
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Spoon event—25 birds—McGill 19, Mason 1, Vivian 14, Fleming 13, P. Wakefield 13, Roberts 11, Smith 9, Sheppard 5, Elliott 2
The regular spoon shoot of the Stapley club was held Saturday afternoon, May llth, twen- ty-five birds per man. Mr. Dunk, class A., Mr. Kemp class B., Mr. Richardson, Class C., were the winners. The club will hold a series of six shoots, commencing June 1, and every second Saturday afterward, at 50 birds per man each shoot, bird and distance handicap, for q num- ber of valuable prizes. The following are the scores for Siaturday’s shoot:—
Class A.—McGill 20, P. Wakefield 21, Jen- nings 21, Hulme 22, Dunk 22, Thompson 19, Mas- on 19, Fritz 19, Marsh 18, Brown 18.
Class B—Douglas 16, Dr. Cook 16, Kemp 18.
Class C—Richardson 13, Albert 12.
On Saturday afternoon, May llth, the Riv- erdale Gun Club held its usual weekly practice. In the spoon event Mr. G. Logan carried off the honors, after shooting off a tie with Messrs. Walton and Bredannez. All of the members present also shot in their second series for the Logan Cup.
Cup Event—G. Logan 24, J. _E. Jennings 23, F. Bredannez 23, T. Logan 20, J. Logan 20, C. Davidson 19, C. Walton 17, D. Walton 18, E. Hirons 16, W. Steel 15, H. Hirons 9, R. Carter 5, D. Logan 2.
Spoon event—G. Logan 21, F. Bredannez 21, T. Logan 20, J. Logan 20, C. Davidson 20, C. Walton 16, D. Walton 21, E. Hirons 19, D. Los- an 3.
Hamilton Happenings.
There was a good attendance at the recular shoot of the gun club on Saturday afternoon,
May 4th. A feature of the afternoon’s sports Was the phenomenal shooting of Captain E. V. Spencer, who has been official referee of the club for the past fifteen years. The captain, after many years of retirement from active ctr- vice aS a target shot, found that he had by no means lost any of his old tinre form, apd if his Saturday’s showing is any criterion he can still make tht best of them ‘‘sit-up-and-take-notice.’’ Following were Saturday’s scores:
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A few of the regulars attended the shoot of the Hamilton gun club on Saturday noon May 18th. The shooting was over Bow- ron’s unknown angle trap. F. L. Halford, rep- resentative of the Dominion Cartridge compa-
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The following are some of the weekly scores in the Trophy Event of Springwood (London, Ont.) gun club.
25 birds. Those marked with * 50 birds:—
May 8—*Gurd 19, *R. K. Walker 27, Parker 17, Brock 14, Glover 22, Graydon 17.
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The Fort Garry Gun Club of Winnipeg had a very successful shoot May 15th, about twenty members turning out. Mr. Simpson carried off the principal honors of the evening by winning the Cutting Cup with the very creditable score of 46 out of a possible 50. The team shoot was won by Mr. Bourgouim’s (vice-president) team, with a score of 130, against Mr. Beliveau’s (president) score of 124.
The principal scores in the two fifteen bird events were as follows:
Event No. 1—C. Buchanan 12, F. G. Simp- son 13, E. E. Cowdrick 11, Tom Brodie 12, R. J. McKay, 11, P. Johnston 12, F. G. B-<Icher 10 F. Yates 13, J. McL. Holiday 10, Mr. Harring- ton 11, W. C. Eade 11.
Event No. 3—F. G. Simpson 14, Tom Brodie 12, Mr. Chapman 10, R. J. McKay 11, Paul Johnston 13, F. G. Belcher 10, Fred Yates 12, W. G. Alexander 13, H. Belivean 10.
During the contest it was announced that the Dupont Powder Co. had donated to the trap shots a handsome silver watvh fob to be given as a souvenir to the winner of the Du- pont Cup on May 24th. This cup is emblema- tical of tht individual championship of the city of Winnipeg, and was presented by the Dupont Powder Co. to the trap shots of Wimnipeg in 1896.
The annual meeting of the Portage la Prai- rie cun club was held May 15th. The secretary’s report showed the club to be in q healthy fin- ancial condition. Officers were elected for the ensuing year. and arrangements made for & vigorous season’s sport.
The Gladstone Gun Club, Man.
The Gladstone Gun Club is now in its four- th year and has a membership of thirty, twep- ty of whom are A. Class shooters. The abund- ance of game in the vicinity tends to m., ke Gladstone one of the most popular towns a- mong the shooters of Manitoba, and incidental- ly makes the gun club one of the most flour: ishing organizations in the West. Their annu- al tournament last year was ¢ great success in every way and for’ this season they promise visiting shooters the most pleasant holiday of the year. They have installed a new Legget trap and havo their grounds in the best of shape and everything has been done for the con- venience of the trap shooters and spectators. The tournament this year will be held in Aug- ust. Full particulars will be given later. The officers of the club:—
Patron—Dr. .J. W. Armstrong, M. P. P.
President—Wm. Murdock.
1st Viee.—W. H. Sauair.
2nd Vice.—J. J. Leaman. Captain—A. Singleton. Secretary-Treasurer—Dr. B. S. Bailey.
Executive—Messrs. R. Kemp, J. White. G. Fairbairn.
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Accuracy and rapidity are the double quali- fications required from the riflemen of tne pres- ent and will make still grater demands upon the rifleman of the future. The advent of au- tomatic guns emphasizes the necessity for both requirements, and shooting with such guns form splendid training for both eye and hand. At shooting tournaments rapid fire matches. are now general and evoke some fine performances. At the recent Sportsmen’s Show at Pittsburg, the Irommois Rifle Club held a tournament when the rapid fire match was won by R. R. Ben- nett of Pittsburg with a score of 417; J. E. Dimling beime second with 415, and D. W. Bak- er third with 412. All three used Winchester rifles and cartridges. In the difficult bull’s-eye match H. M. Thomas of New Haven, Conn., took first place withthe almost perfect target of 64 degrees. In the Continuous Match, Mr. Thomas. who used Winchester rifles and car- tridges tied with two others for first place. Considerable sensation is being caused by Miss Topperwain’s shooting. This lady who always uses Winchester guns and shells, recently made the fine scores of 243 out of 250, shooting 113 straight, and 185 out of 200.
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Price of TWIN-CYLINDER Price of SINGLE CYLINDER Complete as Shown Complete as Shown (Fresh Water Fittings) (Fresh Water Fittings) No. 2, 3-4 H P. Wt. 95 - $120.00 No. 1,1% to 2 H P., Wt. 60 Ibs. € 49.00 No. 4, 8-Io HP. ‘* 245 - $175.00 INONGy 9 31lOLD, ElscP yee 50). .DSs $ 72.00 No. 6, 1316 HP 300 - $275.00 INO: 53.5 to.8 =i CPs = zconlbs: $115.00
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Send 10 cents in stamps for our book entitled “Ignition, Vaporizing, Installation and Operation of a_Gasoline Motor.’’ Complete and full information of these Motors will be found in our Free Illustrated Catalog ‘‘N”’ which
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will buy the only natural, never failing and prac-
tically indestructible cigar, cigarette and pipe
C lighter everi Veuted. There is nothing to get out
et ord r. No oi —no chemicals of any kind. ~imply
a charred wick, cube of fiint, steel wheel and lever
to produce friction. When the fint sparking cube or wick is
consumed, it can be replaced at trifli g c st (cube 10 cts., wicks 25 cts. doz.).
The Matchless Cigar Lighter
LIGHTS CIGAR, CIGARETTE or PIPE anywhere, at ny time—in wind, rain or snow—o land or sea. THE HARDER IT BLOWS —THE BRIGHTER ITGLOWS. It
Fits the Vest Pocket
Turn your eyesto the extreme left; then move lik amatch box—is always them ecraduallyina straight line to the extreme ready and never fails to work stright note the wide range of vision. Ai-Vista Automobilists, Pereremic C2 meras work On exactly the same Yachtsmen, principle™ i aes Hunters, Golfers The swingling lensof the Baby *‘Al-Vista’’, and all outdoor simokers nas a sweep of nearly 180 degrees, producing a should have a MATCHLESS beautiful panoramic pictures. 2 1-4 by 63-4. Most CIGAR LIGHTER. Try one. If
you don’t like it your money will be cheerfully retunded. Buy from your dealer or we'll
interesting camera made. Size 6 5-8 X 3 3-4 X3 1-8. Full leather covered. Has rapid rectilinear lens, fan
movement timing device, adaptable to instantaneous : supply you, postpaid, if he or time exposures, « will not. Illustrated and Camera with complete finishing outfit, $7.00. Baby descriptive circular free on
i $ g8"S lication. Al-Vista No. 2 only $s.00.. Larger modles, _$ 20.00 app to $100.00. Prepaid foany point in the United States. Matchless Cigar All sales subject to 15 days trial. Illustrated catalogue Lighter Mfg. Co.,
free on reqnest. Dept. 12.
Multiscope & Film Co. 16 John St., New York.
2-3 actual size—With side removed, showing fuse 154 JEFFERSON S171. BURLINGTON, WIS. in position to light cigar, cigarette or pipe.
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THE SPORTSMAN’S AND PROSPECTOR’S FAVORITE
Made from genuine Chrome Tanned German Calf Skins and Waterproofed.
Every pair guaranteed genuine Oak Tanned Soles, Waterproofed.
Full Bellows Tongue to top.
The most Waterproof Boot made and will not harden when not in use.
Made in Tan or Black, specially to your order.
1-2 Pint Can Waterproof Dressing with every
pair. 9 INCHES HIGH - - §$ 8.00 12 - % - - § 9.00 15 a = - - $10.00
Ixpress fully paid anywhere in the Dominion. A, : None genuine unless stamped ‘‘Sovereign.” af ad Kindly remit cash with order. |
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Every one of the many amateurs who have bouzht our Niagara Set Up Frimes and Patterns has built his boat to his entire satisfaction NOT ONE FAILURE.
Convincing Evidence Buffalo, N Y., Dec. 26, 1906. NIAGARA MOTOR BOAT CO. Gentleman:—I have just completed my 25 ft. by 4 ft. 6in.Torpedo stern boat from the patterns you sold me. Found yoursystem, directions and patterns very easy to understand. I cannot see how anybody can fail to successfully build a boat from your pat- terns, if they carefully follow instructions. Yours very truly, E. J. KUMPF.
Miny others just as strong in our illustrated cuitaloz showing all classes of “partly finished and c mp! ete sp2ed and pleasure craft. Send for it.
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The greatest marine motor improvement in re cent years, makes it possible for anyone owning or renting a row boat to ivert it into a Motor Boat in five min- ) utes time with- out tools. This motor is quick- ly and easily attached or detached) at the stern of any small boat, weighs only 40 Ibs., complete, will drive an 18-ft. row boat 7 miles per hour for 8 he ours on one gallon of gosoline, is strong and ab- solutely de- pendable. It is the simplest motor in existence—consists of only three parts. Any boy or woman can attach and operate it. Send for descriptive catalog
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Revillon Bros.,
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NEPIGON, ONT.
OUTFITTERS FOR TOURISTS, HUNTERS, PROSPECTORS, ETC:
We carry a complete line of Anglers, Tourists, Campers, Sportsmen’s and Prospector’s Outfits, such as Canoes, Tents, Bedding, Camp Equipment, Fish- ing Tackle, Hardware, Boots and Shoes, Provisions, etc., etc.
We also furnish experienced and reliable canoe- men and guides.
For further information, write for pamphlet and map sent free of charge.
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“RAJAH” Sateen"
IGNITION ABSOLUTELY SURE
HAVE STOOD THE TEST FOR THREE YEARS WITHOUT ANY CHANGE IN CONSTRUCTION, NONE BEING FOUND NECESSARY.
NO OTHER SPARK PLUG MADE CAN SHOW SUCH A RECORD.
“‘QUALITY"’ IS OUR MOTTO
The main portion of the hood is of porcelain, which completely covers the spark plug and has a neck on one side recessed to permit the introduction of the Rajah Clip Terminal, which engages the slot in the brasscap on spark plug, making a perfect connection and at the same time fastens the hood in position. A ruber nipple covers a portion of the insulation of secondary wire, and ferrule end of ter- minal, and is of sufficient length to be stretched over the neck of the hood making a perfectly water tight connection.
The Rajah Hood and rubber connection carries the insulation from the wire down over the spark plug to the cylinder head thus obviating all possibility of short circuiting.
RAJAH AUTO-SUPPLY CoO. 140 Washington St. New York City
JNO. MILLEN & SON, Ltp., MONTREAL & TORONTO.
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JUST WHAT YOU NEED AT HOME
For doing the necessary repair- ing of the ‘‘every day” jobs in your home and doing thein RIGHT—there is no better or more practical article on the market than the No. 602
‘«* NAPANOCH ”’ Pocket Knife Tool Kit
It embodies all the tools required —a Pockct Knifc.a Saw, a Rea- mer, a File, aChisel and a Screw Driver. The Bag (which we pro- vide) holds all the tools—it ean be carrled in your pocket. No “hunting or fussing ” when you want a particular tool—the NAP- ANOCH is always ‘‘on the job."9 Sent postpaid on receipt of price $2.25.
Guaranteed unconditionally.
U.J. ULERY CO.,
N7 Warren St., New York, N. Y.
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Patented in America and all Europe.
No weak blasts, but a perfect signal at all times. Operated in- stantly by a push but- ton and dry batteries, easily attached, and weighs less than 5° lbs. No air-tank necessary. Whistle will blow whether engine is run- ning or not. No danger from explosion. Re- peated orders from the largest boat builders and jobbers testify to its worth. Made of polished, brass, height 10 inches, EE eaicuer 3 1-2 inches. Price, complete with 25 feet of wire and push button, $9.75. Demonstrators wanted. Perhaps we have the best selling boat ac- cessory on the market. Further infor- mation and descriptive matter sent on request.
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When in MONTREAL visit us.
SONNE’S MARINE STORES |
327 ST. JAMES ST.
A HICHEST AWARD BZ AT ST. LOUIS WORLD'S FAIR and Eng- Boundary
Adopted by governments of U.S., land. We supplied every U.S.
Survey in last 1o years. Hundreds of testimonials from Gov. officials, Naval Commanders, Army Offi- cers. Prospectors, Explorersand others: the best ever published. 15 models to select from. Catalog free. Write today. Acme Fetoinc Boat Co., MiamisBurc. OHIO
Canada Alaskan
The Result of Concentration
Timers and distributors are our SOLE product. We have specialized on these important ignition components and offer our models with entire confi- dence. Our shop facilities en- able us to produce a yariety of types and we would be glad to give further information re-
E Pe. af u. L. ELTEMUS & CO. So. 4th St., Phila., Pa.
It Pays to Learn TAXIDERMY
I can teach you by mail with perfect success the profitable and fascinating art of mounting birds, game, and fish by my
IMPROVED MODELING PROCESS
@ also how to model flowers, fruits and grasses for dis- play accessories. No poisons, no odors. Anyone of f average intelligence can learn to mak? money at this § profession, mounting trophies for sportsmen or for themselves. Competent Taxidermists get from $5.00 to $100.00 each for mounting and_ earn $3000.00 to $5000.00 yearly. I was formerly Chief Taxiderinist of American Museum of Natural History, New York, and now Taxidermist at Stanford University, Palo gis Alto. Write now for free booklet, and Special Offer. ~
~ _ PROFESSOR JOHN ROWLEY, Rowley College of Taxidermy and Modeling fl4 EVERETT AVE.. PALO ALTO, CAL.
GLOVER’S IMPERIAL
DOG REMEDIES.
The result of twenty-five years’ experience in the treatment of
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FOR SALE BY DRUGGISTS AND DEALERS SPORTING GOODS IN CANADA
FREE BOOK ON DISEASES AND HOW TO FEED
On application to
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Are you satisfied to guess bow fast you are going ' and how far you have gone? Itisn’t safe. It isn’t economy. You oughtto know. How else can you check the p2rformauce or wear of your car ? =
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You need a Speedometer, but unless it is accurate and stays accurate it is worse than none. The Motometer is accurate and we have proved it, It is durable—stays
accurate—we have proved that,
It has a reputation gained by wide use. It is mechanically correct. We show you our movement in every ad. Find fault with it if you can. Compare it with others—if you can get the chance.
Finally consider the price. A fair price, which buys the Jest we can buy —both matcrial and skilled workmanship.
SPECIFY THE MOTOMETER
If in doubt send for Catalog and ‘‘Facts.”’
50. Mile Inatramenare ee one 60 Mile Instrument - ~ $50.00
The R. H. Smith Mfg. Co.
291 MAIN ST., SPRINGFIELD, MASS.
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THE LOVERS OF Century FISHING side Will appreciate our large and varied al Acetylene
stock of Fishing Tackle
é Rods, Reels, Flies,
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Combining Port and Starboard Lights
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EVERYTHING THE FISHERMAN CAN REQUIRE
Camping RES Canoes,
For Smaller Wias~ Boais, motor or otherwise, are great beauties. 2 Sizes, 4% and 6% infront. 4 and 6 in. finest ground MANGIN LENS.
Marine Laws permit combination head and side lights on boats up to 10 tons, and this lamp fills the bill in all respects. Far less trouble than three lights and quite as effective. TO SEE ONE OF ‘I'HESE IS TO USE IT—so say all the owners of high-class pleasure bcats.
The same lamp with variations for automobiles, and the smaller size for motor cycles. Send for illus- tration of these lampsin colors.
20TH CENTURY MFG. CO, 19 Warren st.
Manufacturers Bicycle, Motor Cycle, Automobile and Marine Lamps and Generators ulso “Acetylene House Pzar ts.
All the Accessories for Camping
Allow us to quote you prices.
Rice Lewis & Son
Limited
TORONTO.
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taken into consideration, and are accounted for by the superiority of the work-
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manship and design of our engine. Built by
The Sherman Gooper Co., Ltd.
TORONTO, ONT.
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5" LAUNCHES
BUILT TO ORDER
Cut illustrates semi—racing
ENGINES OF QUALITY type that is certain to meet
ideas of anyone desirous of
are the onz/y kind we build and are the 9”.y kind you securing an up to date and
want.
Engines that give speed. well built boat. Length, 2I
Engines to be depended upon. =
Engines in which best possible workmanship and feet ov ee all. Any make of material is found. engine desired installed.
Before buying an e-gine write us for p:rticulars Same style in twenty-five to
and quotatious. Built in the two tu six cylinder type.
thirty footers. Family type
PREMIER MOTOR CO.| : from 18 to 30 ft.
: Ib rite for Catalogue and Quotations NOW. H. BIDDELL, Proprietor
| 256.258 Adelaide Street West TORONTO Geo. H. Buxton & Son | We also manufacture high class Stationery Engines. 295 COLLEGE ST., TORONTO
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The w Finest Seenic Niagara and Rs oo the To Fishing Th : e Route ea on the 2 Conti- w
nent. “A. MORNING'S CATCH.”
W rite for Hlustrated Guide Booxs to THOS. HENRY, Traffic Mer., Montreal, Can. H. FOSTER CHAFFEE, Assistant General Passenger Agent, Toronto, Can.
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INSURANCE
We issue the most up-to-date poli- cies at reasonable rates.
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Where There is Fish
There is Fishing.
But in order that your fishing trip be successful it is essential that you have the right kind of
Fishing Tackle
The needs of anglers we have made a special study of for years and we make a bid for a share of your orders feeling posi- tive that we can please you both as re- gards QUALITY and PRICE. Give us an opportunity of proving this assertion.
AUTOMOBILES: Against fire from any cause, lightning, explosion, theft and navigation.
LAUNCHES: Against fire from any
cause, stranding, sinking, in collis- ion and salvage charges.
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T. Costen & Co.
48 West Notre Dame Street MCONTREAL
ESTABLISHED 1°55
Write us for particulars, or request your broker to comnrmicate with us.
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Good speckled trout fishing. Magnificent Scenery. Perfect Immunity from Hay Fever. Lovely Lake and River Water trips. Good Hotel accommodation _ Write for free booklet telling you all about it toany of the following addresses:-—
G.W.Vaux, 917 Merchants Loan & Trust Building, Chicago, Ill
F. P. Dwyer, 290 Broadway, New York. ‘
T. H. Hanley, 360 Washington St.. Boston, Mass.
W. Robinson, 506 Park Building, Pittsburg, Pa.
& we W. E.. DAVIS, G. T. BELL. = — Passenger Traffic Manager, General Passengei & licket Agent, a Montreal. Montreal.
52 POUNDS OF SALMON TROUT BRE CAUGHT WITH 8-OUNCE STEEL ROD
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SUPERIOR
WORKMANSHIP MATERIAL Ss Eres
Are three of the leading features of every
LAKEFIELD GANOE. _ If you are contemplating buying a Canoe next season, be- fore doing so find out all about our models, and we feel satisfied we can PLEASE youin EVERY DETAIL and also as to PRICE.
SEND FOR CATALOGUE.
Lakefield Canoe Building & Manufacturing C0., csmitea
LAKEFIELD, ONTARIO
HENRICKS MAGNETO @\ soins pNarNe
WITHOUT THE AID OF BATTERIES
It is better and more durable than any Dynamo. Its governor regulates the speed regardless of speed of fly wheel. Its governor adjusts to imperfect fly wheels. Its governor insures a constant and uniform spark. The spark does not burn the contacts of the engine. Ali strains are removed from the bearings of Magneto.
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NEPIGON
Write forinformation as to fishing trips. Canoes and camping ontfits, for rental. Guides secured. Best brands supplies and fishing tackle. Circulars and maps of lakeand river free. 20 years exper- ience in outfitting.
are strong, light, durable, capacious, comforta- ble, speedy, safe and easily propelled. Canvas covered cedar canoes, of beautiful finish, built by experts from carefully selected materials. Send for free 1907 catalog of canoes. row boats andautocanoes before youbuy. Writetoritnob. » OARLETON CANOE CO., 71:1 Main St., OLD TOWN, ME, <,
WM. McKIRDY
GENERAL MERCHANT Nepigon, - Ontario.
AT-THE LIVINGSTON ANNUAL
Crow Shoot
Our Crow Decoys and Calls were used with the greatest success. 197 Crows were killed in one day by two men, over eleven of our Crow Decoys. The calls are most natural tone. all Goods Guaranteed. Address—
CHAS. H. PERDEW, SR. HENRY, ILL., U.S.A.
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Tobler Chocolate
makes an ideal food. Made in Switzerland of finest materials. All good grocers and druggists sell it at 5, 10, 20, and 4o cents.
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The land of the Rod & Gun Sport for the Fisherman.
Largest Game for the Hunter
Hotei Accomodation Unsur- passed,
Canoes, Guides and Outfits Furnished.
Reliable information regarding Fishing and Hunting,
O'CONNOR STEAMBOAT & HOTEL CO. LIMITED. TEMAGAMI ONT.
FOR YOUR
FALL HUNT
and complete satisfaction
NORTHERN
QUEBEC
should be first choice.
Moose, Caribou, Red Deer, Bear SEE ek Tick
First Class Fishing.
GENERAL OUTFITTERS. MURRAY CITY Northern Témiskaming, Que. Guides, (genuine) Canoes, Tents, etc.
COMPLETE OUTFITS.
It is a great pleasure for us to give you full
information. WRITE US.
The Magicians
who withstood Moses were not quite up-to-date. Whenhe called up the plague of flies, they should have off- set the plague with a first-class insect repeller, (such as JENNER’S FLY PIZEN.) It would have saved the Egyptians a lot of discomfort, the Hebrews could lave used it as well, as there is no Jard in it.
Jenners Fly Pizen
“¢ I3 THE 3E3TINSEST REPELLER IN THE WORLD
CLEAN, ANTISEPIIC, AND LIBERAL ALLOWANCE FOR YOUR QUARTER
Wholsale from auy branch of the National Drug and Chemical Company of Canada. Single boxes a quarter each from your druggist or -from
F. JENNER
Water St. DIGBY, N. S.
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The ‘‘Levison’’ Fly Book
In the “Lev ison’’ we have the PERFECT FLY BOOK. Each Fly is held in the book at full length and separately by a spring and hook made especially for this purpose. Any Fly can le taken out and returned readily without distur bing any of-the others. The books are 74 inches long and made in two widths, the regular width being about 415 inches, the narrow being 3% inches. lf you have never used a Levison fly hook, there isa pleasure in store for you; you should own one quickly.
It is generally conceded that the Levison is the ‘‘Ideal’’ book for carrying regular Trout and Bass Flies. The principle is = : =) equally “good and perfect for catrying looped Salmon and Trout Flies and it has AES solved the problem of how to carry the small and medium flies on eyed hooks.
NARROW PATTERN 7 1-2 x 3 1-2 inches.
2 3 4 5 leaves Has 3 Goes 48 64 ‘ 80 hooks
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Hiawatha
The Ojibway Indian play at
Wa=- ya-ga- mug
Petoskey, Mich.
(Reached by Railroads and Steamers)
July 13th to September 7th, ’07
Hiawatha’s Departure
At Wa-va-ga-mug are Camping, Canceing, Water Sports, Shooting, a North
American Wild Animal Farm, a Sportsman’s School open from June to Sept. 30th:
For cimping accommodation write CAPTAIN CRAINE
Wa-ya-ga-mug, Petoskey, Michigan.
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THE NEW SWEATERS FOR
Golf, Motoring, Boating, Baseball
and all outdoor sports, can be had in any colour. or combination of colors. They have two pock-. ets and large clear water pearl buttons.
N. B.— On club orders of six and over we pay express charges,
The Prices are $3.50 and up.
The Knit-to-Fit Mfg. Co. Prat.
597 ST. CATHERINE ST. WEST, MONTREAL.
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an archipelago of islands innumerable and beautiful; or paddled down those most accessible of wild canoeing rivers
THE FRENCH OR MISSISSAGA RIVERS?
For ideal sections for Canoeing, Camping, Shooting, Sailing, Motor Boating, and all that makes Summer wRirz Outing enjoyable and healthful,
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Ideal Location- Near Thesires. Shops, and Central Park, In the heart of the A-1tomobile District. Head- payline for Automobile men. Caters especially for Autombile trade. NEW, MODERN AND A8SOLUTELY FIREPROOF. Within one minute's walk of 6th Ave. ‘L’ and Subway and accessible to all surface car lines. Transient rates $2.50 with Bath and up. All outside
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The Princess Hotel is newly furnislied through- out with rare taste and possesses all modern requi- sites for convenience and comfort of the guests. Golf: privileges and privilege of the Atlantic City Yacht Club extended to the guests. American and European Plan.
A BOOKLET will be gladly furnished upon application.
Rates, Ruuning from $12.50 to $30.00 per week, according to the location of the rooms,
For any further information address
CROWELL &COLLIER The Princess Hotel, Atlantic City, N. d.
THE NEW KENMORE,
Albany, N. Y.
Fire Sate ONE OF THE BEST HOTELS IN THE CITY
EUROPEAN PLAN $30,000 Spent in Impravemeats
Strictly
$1.50 and upwards. 100 Rooms and Bath. 175 Rooms with hot and cold running water. Special attention paid totourists. Long Distance Telephone in every Room. Cuisine and Service Unexcelled. Prof. Strauss’ Famous Orchestra a Feature
Busses meet aij Trains and Boats Send for Booklet OAKS HOTEL Co. oJ. A. OAKS, Prop.
To see 1 8 Vv t trip to Pittsbr _ Sch en! ey Hotel is opposite this national Work of er Reor { ness ce ra ished free of arge Wire or wri at mee and we ill reserve rooms for you The <7 st attracti ve el in Penpsyivan The Sehenley is the Waldorf sp asi of Pitts burg 's yecis ates will be made for partie rf Vor er, to Sch ols an iversitic nd Lib y Instit ations ide: s fur pnished free of ct re nd fe ooklet JAS. RILEY, etor and Manager. SS eee When writing advertisers kindly ianticn
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Alexandria Bay, N. Y.
The most popular and beautiful resort in America. Fishing, Boating, Golf ad other diversion
Send for Booklet to
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Alexandria Bay, - N.Y.
Remodelled, Handsomely Furnished, New Throughout
THE ALBANY
4ist Street and Broadway, New York
ABSOLUTELY FIREPROOF
In the heart of the city.
300 Bathrooms Cuisine Unexcelled. Ladies’ Restaurant and Moorish Room. Popular Prices. Plenty of life— but homelike. Single room and suites with and without bath. $1.00 per day andup. Send for booklet. ROBERT P. MURPHY
Meet meat the College Inn, under The Albany, New York’s leading Rathskellar,a place to eat, drink and be merry. Music.
500 Rooms European Plan. Gentlemen’s Cafe.
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$1.50 per Day
up with Bath conections Excellent Music and Grill Room.
C.N. OWEN, PROPRIETOR. SEND FOR BOOKLET.
COMMONWEALTH HOTEL
Opp. State House, Boston, Mass.
Offers rooms with hot and cold water for $1.00 per day and up; rooms with piivate bath for $1.50 per day and up; suites of two rooms and bath for $3.00 per day and up. Weekly rates on rooms with hot and cold water and shower baths, $6.00 to $9.00; rooms with private baths, $9.00 to $12.00; suites of two rooms and bath, $14.00 to $22.00. Send for booklet.
Storer F. Crafts, Manager, Phone, Haymarket 181.
MOUNT BIRDS AND ANIMALS
Sportsmen! Fishermen! Hunters! Lovers of Nature!
The wonderful art of Taxidermy, _so long kept secret, can now be / easily learned right in your own , home.
WE TEACH BY MAIL how to oe properly mount Birds, Animals, Game Heads, tan skins, make rugs, etc. delightful and fascinating art for men
LEARN
ae ar o andwomen. Easily, quickly learned dur- ee ing sparetime. Enjoy your leisure hours. ne your Decorate home and den with your fine eisure hours. trophies. Orincrease yourincome selling
nounted specimens and mounting for others. Latest methods, easunable rate. Success Guaranteed orno tuition fee. Endors- d by thousands of satisfied students. Write to-day for full -articulars.
he Canadian School of Taxidermy - Nanaimo. B. €
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LOBEE CIRCULATING AND BILGE PUMPS 2&ST 8¥ ANY Test
PATENTED PATENTED PATENTED Rotary Gear Type
Rotary, Type “A” Rotary Type “B” Rotary Type “B” with Pulley If you want Good Circulation on your Automobile, Launch or Motor Boat or for Pumping Bilge use a Lobee Pup, the most universally indorsed of any pump made. Give a positive forced circulation, noiseless in operation and easily attached
Write for Booklet R LOBEE PUMP AND MACHINERY CO JOHN MILLEN & SON, Limited 101—105 Erie St., Buffalo, N. Y, Montreal and Toronto.
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The most popular, successful and Ser 3 artistic artificial baits ever made.
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and catch one of our new booklets — it not
only “‘brags up”’ the **DOWAGIAC” Minnows; m it tells you how to bait st and catch fish.
Get in touch with us—we'll help you catch jish. WRITE FOR BOOKLET
TAMES HEDDON & SON, Dept. , DOWAGIAG, MICH.
Above is a picture of “Artistic’’ Minnow — made
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1500 feet above sea level. Pure and Exhilarating air. Splendid fishing—bass—speckled trout—salmon trout. Unexcelled for canoeing and camping. Hundreds of beautiful canoe trips.
Write to any of the following addresses for handsome publication telling you all about it:—
G. W. Vaux 9'7 Merchants Loan and Trust Building Chicago, Ill. F. P. Dwyer, 290 Broadway, New York. T. H. Hanley, 360 Washington St., Boston, Mass., W. Robin- son, 506 Park Building, Pittsburg, Pa.
W. E. DAVIS, G.T BELL, Passenger Traffic Managar, General Passenger & Ticket Agent, Montreal. Montreal.
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SHORT LINE QUICK TIME
TO ALL POINTS
MUSKOKA
Write for Book, ‘‘Lake Shore Line of the Muskokas” handsomely illustrated, best Map of Muskoka Lakes.
Offices Corner King and Toronto Streets and Union Station. Telephone Main 5179
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King Edward Collie Kennels
“I mustagain thank you for selling Dan to me. I don’t think my wife would consider the crown jewels hardly a fair exchange for him. He is perfect. While he cannot talk very plainly he does whisper. *““Ha, ‘hia’.
Only Prize Winning Collies For Sale.
For Particulars Address
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Engines start without turning fly wheel overcentre
rURERS OF
HICH CRADE
Cranking by hand unnecessary. “HONEST INJUN” Marine Motors. from 2H. P. up are now manufac- tured in Canada at astonishingly low prices. For simplicity, durability and power, cheapest marine engine made. Requires no reversible propeller or reversing gear Send for circular ‘‘R.” and price on whatever sized motor interests you
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Korona Cameras for 1907
Have reached perfection. We have added the finishing touches to this season’s models.
Korona Cameras for 1907
The most complete line of Cameras ever offered. Nineteen distinct models to select from.
Korona Cameras for 1907
They are scientifically constructed in :
every detail, and the highest grade of cameras it is possible to produce.
Korona Cameras for 1907
Are equipped with our own lenses, which are unexcelled by any lenses in the world. (Look into our standing as makers of lenses and optical goods.
Korona Cameras for 1907
Compare them, examine them thor- oughly, try one if you wish and then decide whether any other camera equals Korona in appearance or con- venience and for results.
Korona Cameras for 1907
The standard of the world are sold by all Canadian Dealers. Apply for catalogue.
Gundlach--Manhattan | Optical Go.
798 CLINTON AVE:, SO.,
ROCHESTER, N. Y.
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MANUFACTURERS BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT
HARDY BROS.
THE GREAT PRACTICAL ENGLISH FISHING ROD, REEL AND TACKLE MAKERS produce the best in the world.
If you want the greatest satisfaction you must have
A “HARDY” Cane Built Rod A “HARDY” Perfect Reel and Tackle
4 THE ENGLISH FIELD SAys: ‘‘It is to Messrs Hardy of Alnwick we owe our supremacy as rod makers.’
Hardy Bros. International Tourna- ment, Crystal Palace, won 16 cham- pionships.
Hardy Bros. have been awarded forty-one Gold and other awards.
427 We publish the finest and most extensive Catalogue which is sent free to any address.
HARDY BROS.
ALNWICK, ENGLAND
Established 1526
“THE ART OF SHOOTING” Seventh and Popular Edition, 2’ &; Postage Gq extra.
ILLUSTRATED PRICE LIST FREE
11, PANTON STREET, HAYMARKET, LONDON, S. W.
(Opposite The Comedy Theatre.)
Never-Lose Key Tag.
Unusually novel and practical. Only Key Tag which makes it easy 2 for the finder to return lost keys with- A OROP IN an out cost or inconvenience. Two parts
AT BOx ORWS > hinged togather. Name, address and POST OFFICE S= postage on inside. Finder simply
Revised
POSTAGE & ADDRESS reverses aad drops in nearest mail INSIDE box. Avoids necessity of offering re- Serv sept 2= ward for return. German Silver handsomely made, 25¢ postpaid Agents wanted. =
CE. LOCKE MFG. CO., 159,SP8°® KENSFTT, (AWA,
“THE WATER WAY" SBUFFALO«<° DETROIT. =
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Steamers leave
buffalodaily at 5:30 f pom. feastern tame) Z and Detroit week - days at 5:00 p.m., 7 Sundays at 4:00 p.m. (central time) reaching their destin. ation the next mornivg. Direct conuect- ions with early morning trains. Lowest rates and sunerior service to all points west,
Rail Tickets Available on Steamers
All classes of tickets soll reac.ng via Michigan Central, Webesh aud (rand Trunk Railways between Brffalo and Detroit, in either direction will be accepted for trans- portation on D. & B. Line Steamers.
Send two cent stamp for illustrated pam- phlet and Great Lakes map. _ Address,
L. G. Lewis, G. P. A , Detrcit, Mich.
| Detroit & Buffalo Steamboat Cc.
Puitie H. McMituan, A. A. SCHANTZ, Vice President. Gen’! Manager.
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A Grand Lake bordered by the unlimited Wilds of the Northland. Unequalled for Hunting, Fishing or Cance Outings. Unexcelled climate—cool nigets—for rest. recuperation, or active life. No Hay Fever.
— ” se. ins i i i hore of the lak ff first-clas © BELLEVUE A modern House, in splendid situation on sho . e, offers first-class eee to guests. Gasoline Launches, Boating, Lawn Tennis, Golfing, Excursions, etc. Bowling, Billiards,
Ball Room and‘accessories in a separate Recreation Hall, ensuring quietness in house proper.
Ice-cold Laurentian water piped from springin the hills. Hot and Cold Baths on all floors; sanitary conven- iences modern. Electrically lighted throughout. Will be opened June 18th. Forinformation and Booklet, write
THE MANAGER. Temiskamine. P. Q.
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The weight of motor and rider is equally dis- tributed between the wheels.
D r i i n from hub to hub AW a e of wheels and you will see that the weight of motor is be- low the centre of gravity.
Motor is not 2oie er:
construction
but is placed in loop, in an upright position
so that it gets perfect lubrication and rider feels absolutely no vibration.
e e . in every There is Merit j.:)°x7 mac Construction. Our agent will convince or borrow your friend’s Armac a few mom- ents and convince yourself. Send for terms.
Armac Motor Co.“" Gieaso
A PRACTICAIL MOTOR CYCLE FO BUSINESS AND PLEASUR
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A Stevens “Favorite” Rifle No. 17
FREE to any boy sending
12 SUBSCRIPTIONS to
ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN
CANADA. Thisrifle is a ‘‘dandy. Write to-
day for sample copy.
Those of Our Readers Who Own Dogs Should Use ‘Standard’ Dog Wash
manufactured by the West Chemical Co., 17 Queen St., East, Toronto, Upon receipt of
ONE SUBSCRIPTION
to this magazine we will send a quart tin to any address in Canada.
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ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA.
Hamilton Powder Co.
Has manufactured sport-
ing powder since 1861,
and with satisfaction to its friends,
Use SNAP SHOT for every- day work, and CARIBOU when you want absolutely the best results.
Write No. 4 Hospital St., Montreal, or apply at any local office.
VICTORIA
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DRY BATTERIES
Are absolutely the high- est grade battery on the market. Greatest. care taken in construction of cells. Owners of Auto~ mobiles and Gasoline Launches shouldjgive the Victoria Battery a trial and be convinced of its superiority.
WRITE FOR CIRCULAR
THE
Canada Battery Co.
BERLIN, ONT.
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575 Yonge St. TORONTO
CANADA.
THE NEW ROUTE TO THE
SAGUENAY
For all information as to the New Route to the far-Famed Saguenay and the Summer Resorts and Fishing grounds North of Quebec, by the
Quebec & Lake St. John Railway
HOTEL ROBERVAL, ISLAND HOUSE, Lake St. John, LAKE ST. JOSEPH HOTEL, Lake St. Joseph. Apply to managers of these hotels or to ticket agents in all principal cities. A beautifully illustrated Guide Book free on application to—
ALEX. HARDY, GENERAL PASS. AGENT., QUEBEC. P.Q.
A King Air Rifle
Will be given FREE to anyone sending 3 SUBSCRIPTIONS to
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The King Air Rifle is a winner. Every boy who is anxious to become proficient in shooting should take advantage of this opportunity to own one. No diffi- culty in securing the 3 subscriptions, Send for sample copy to show prospec- tive subscribers. DO IT NOW.
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HUNTERS AND TRAPPERS—How to train dogs to hunt coon, fox, skunk, how to tan | mining and financial paper. furs, hunt bees, make scent baits, find young mink, wolf, fox, kill skunk without odor, skunk farming, etc. Send 30c money order for book. panies, etc. F. W. Howard, Baraboo, Wis.
WANTED—To correspond with parties who | ing. Owen J.
wish to hunt in the Rockies next open season. Address C. Ellis, Ovando, Powell Co., Mont.
Deer and Cari-
WANTFED—Scalps of Moose, 1204 South
bou.—A. E. Colburn, Taxidermist, Main street, Los Angeles, Cal.
FOR SALE :—Two Horse-Power Miller Reversible Engine—complete exception propeller and _ shaft. GEO. H. BUXTON & SON, 295 College Street, Toronto.
SHOOTING "°GS—We have some thorough- ly broken Pointers and Setters that are as hgendsome and as well bred as any dogs in America. They are trained on quail grouse, wood cock, etc., and as Shooting Dogs there are none more reliable or satisfactory to bag game over. We also have some highly bred and pedigreed puppies, both pointers and _ setters. High class gun dogs is our specialty. The C. S. Freel Kennels, R., Loogootee, Indiana.
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WANTED—A representative in every city and town in Canada and the United States to so- licit subscriptions for ‘‘Rod and Gun in Cana- da.”’ We will pay a liberal commission to those whom we feel warranted placing the ag- ency with. This is an opportunity that should be taken advantage of by any person desiring to make good money. For further particulars please address W. J. Taylor, Publisher Rod and Gun in Canada, Woodstock, Ont.
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FOR LIVE Hungarian Partridge, Pheasants, Quail, Ducks, Geese, Swans, Peafowl. Wanted live birds. Charles B. Denley, New Citv. N.Y.
FOR SALE—Beagles, Fox and Deer Hounds, Crossbred Bloodhounds and Foxhound Puppies Trained ferrets.—_W. A. Brodie, Taxidermist, Unionville, Ontario.
FREE—My Sportsman’s Guide contains structions for saving all trophies of the Rod and Gun for mounting to the best possible advantage. It also contains a complete list of my prices for all the different branches of Tax- idermy work. I claim that my work is not beaten by any taxidermist in Canada. I will gladly forward references to prove my state- ment. My prices will show you how to save money by shipping to me.—Edwin Dixon, Tax- idermist, Unionville, Ontario. ;
FOR SALE—A 11 foot Folding Canvas Boat. Never been used. Good reason for selling. Ad- dress Francis W. Kahle, 229 Washington street, Buffalo, N. Y.
FOX, MINK, Coons, Lynx are easily trap- ped with the Bentley Methods—many ways on land, snow and water. Price and testimonials for a stamp. I caught ninety foxes and seven- ty mink last fall. It’s the only method pub- lished by a professional trapper. Satisfaction
in-
guaranteed.—Jesse Bentley. honest old trapper,
Arlington, Vermont.
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INVESTMENT—HERALD FREE — Leadin i News from al mining districts. Most reliable informaticn re- garding mining, oil industries, principal com- No investor should be without it. Will send six months free. Branch A..L. Wis-
- ner & Co., 61 and 62 Confederation Life Build-
B. Yearsley, Toronto, Ont., man- ager, Main 2290.
SLAVES of Indivestion and Tobacco, Wont you let me write and tell you about a Wonder- ful Root that I discovered on a hunting trip that cured me of tobacco habit and indigestion of twenty years standing, C. H. STOKES, Mohawk, Florida.
FOR SALE—Nice cheap ; if taken at once. Ont.
black and tan hound pup D. M. WILSON, Woodstock, Vol. IX, 1t
FOR SALE—A complete fyle of Rod and Gun in Canada, beginning with first issue June, 1899, six volumes, all in good condition, $5.00 wil? buy the lot. iAddress Box C., ‘‘Rod and Gun in Canada,’’ Woodstock, Ont.
FOR SALE—One 1886 Winchester Model Take Down Rifle, 26 in. Octagon barrel, 50-100 caliber, im- ported stock, fancy finish, checked forearm and stock. List price $36, will sell for $20. Rifle has never been used, never saw the mountains, is perfectly new and just as it was made. H. A. Zimmerman, Eperly’s Mill, Cumberland Co., Pa., U.S. A.
I will exchange two Pointer Pups 8 months old (dog and bitch), pedigreed, for pedigreed English Bloodhound same age. W.T. Walsh, North Bay, Ont.
FOR SALE—1 Edison Home Phonograph, 60 re- cords, case, etc.,1-5x7 Wizard Cycle Camera, 1 Brownie Camera. J. L. Heath. Rock Island, Que.
FOR SALE—Hotel, or Club Property, om Island at head of St. Lawrence. A famous headquarters for the best bass fishing grounds on the St. Lawrence River. Fine building, with three cottages, boathouse, ice house, dock, etc., all in good repair; charming grove of fine timber, ten acres of ground. An ideal Club property, or a splendid chance for a good hotel man. Buildings lighted by acetylene gas, furnished throughout, and complete equipment of bed and table linen, china, glass and silver- ware. Can be had at a bargain by prompt buy- er. Address—Canadian MLocomotiye Company, Limited, Kingston, Ontario.
FOR SALE—Hich Class’ English Setter bitch, nearly two years old, partially broken, has been worked on prairie chickens and quail. Pedigree best in America, color black and tan, will make a grand shooting and breeding bitch. The first $30.00 takes her, and this is giving her away.—Thomas A. Duff, 3 Maynard Ave., To- ronto, Ont.
WANTED ELK ‘TEFPTH in large or small quantities. Best market price.—Miller Jewel Co., Fifth and Elm strects, Cincinnati, O.,
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FOR SALE—Savage Re-Loading Tool 32.40 with Ideal Mould. Never used. At less than cost. W. Stark, Acton, Ont. 12—1t
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FOR SALE—Mounted heads and antlers of moose, elk, caribou, sheep, antelope and deer. W. A. Brodie, Taxidermist, Unionville, Ont.
FOR SALE—English Beagles, grown stock from t and England, all Brooklyn, Pa.
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COME to Mountain Valley camp, located in the wildest part of northern New Hampshire in the Valley of Indian Stream; those that wish for the best deer, partridge, rabbit and other small game hunting call on us for further in- Exmation. Chappell and Lord, Pittsburg, N.
Pups and e best strains in America, pedigreed.—Elmer Tiffany,
FOR SALE —In the progressive town of Lindsay, a bicycle and general repair business. Up-to-date machinery. Faculties for gun repair- ing. Excellent prospects. Good reason for dis- posing. A splendid opportunity. Apply W. Web- ster, Lindsay, Ont.
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WANTED—A Stuffed Passenger Pigeon, ora well preserved skin.—James B. McKay, De- troit, Mich.
TF YOU WANT to have a Successful Hunt- {ng trip next fall. write to one of the most competent guides in the best big game country {n Montana. Specia] rates to fishing and camp- ing parties.—Wm. J. Marshall, Ovando, Mont.
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SALE—Achme Fo!ding Boats and Can-
FOR McGrk-
oes, complete with oars, seats, etc. R. gor Co., Gladstone Ave., Toronto.
FOR SALE—Boat Frames, with full direct- ions to build. Catalogue. R. McGregor Co., $8 Gladstone Ave., Toronto.
Member of a well known Eng‘ish County Familiy with four years exp rience in the Motor Trade, will act as AGENT for buying new and second hand MOTOR CARS and BUS CHASSIS in England and ship to Canada. Satisfactory reference and guarantee given. Apply, terms, Nicholas Lechmere, Rippledene, Tap-
low, Ergland.
FOR SALE—Foxhound pups, bred from pedi- greed stock, best hunting strain. Price $.— H. K. Wells, Fairfax, Que. 1-1t
AUTOMOBILES FOR SALE — A number of second hand Automobiles, all thoroughly overhauled by the factory Applvio J. D. Dawson, City. xi tf
FOR SALE—HAMMERLESS SHOT GUNS. 12 bore Remineton and Parker Bros., both as good as new. A snap. Write Box M., Rod and Gun. 1-1t
PHOTOGRAPHIC, Operator and Retoucher, or Finisher, also lady retoucher and printer— strictly first class—that would like a position fn the West, should correspond with J. F. Cooke, Photographer, Port Arthur, Ont. $1
FOR SALE—Sail Boat, twenty footer. batwing sails, air-tight compartments, excellent condition, snap;
send for photo. A. E. Tatham, Listowel, Ont. ro-1 FOR SALE—ATTENTION, SPORTSMEN 1907 championship records. pocket sporting com-
pendium, baseball, walking, bowling, skating, trotting,
pacing and running horse, ethletic, pugilistic, etc. 200 Jos,
pages. Prepaid for ro cents coin or stamps. Templeton, Belleville, Ont. Box 864. 10-1 FOR SALE.— Launch 22bv 5% inch beam, com-
promise hull Canopy top with side curtains. Hull almost new and in fine condition. Buffalo7% motor as good as when it came from shop. Apple Dynamo, Electric lights, Pantasote cushions, Brass railsand fully equipped. Outfit cost over $800.00; will sell for $600 00. W. J. McMINN, Little Current Ont. : E
FOR SALE—Wild Geese, Decoys and shot over. Port Perry.
have been used as Apply to Sam Schell, 10-1 ;
——SS—EE ‘ TOURISTS—Book early for splendid health- giving canoe trip in New Ontario next summer —rreat fishing and photographing of moose, deer, etc., guaranteed.—Jake Longer, (Licensed Guide), care Rod and Gun, Woodstock, Ont. ES ee
_ FOR SALE -Second hand Launch, 25 foot, four tuct beam, new, six H,-P. Fafnis Engine, complete, a goer. Apply Geo. H. Buxton and Son, 295 < ohtge
Street, Toronto. —_
FOR SAT.E—One Sixteen Gauge. No. 1, Ith- aca Hammerless, thirty inch barreis, used one season, g60d as new. Best offer takes same. — FE. B. Hutchinson, Altona, Man. 12—1t eS a
FOR SAILE—New, Stevens Favorite Rile, 25 cal., Lyman--sights, Nos. 1, 5, and 12, $10.00. —Carman .J. Hall, Box 16. Clinton, Ont. Ee ee eee eS
FOR SALE—Eggs for Hatching from Barred and White Rocks, Black Minorca, Rhode Island Red. Write for prices.—J. H. Smith, Cedar Hydge Poultry Yard, Box 124, Niagara Falls South, Ontario.
TO SEILL—A handsome live white ow!, mea-
sures five feet four from tip to tip. A rare chance for anyone wanting a beautiful bird.— Geo. Nichols, Ingersoll, Ontario.
TO SELI-A pair. of tame Coons. Price $15. also a large buck hound, trained for deer — a good looker and well trained. The first $50.00 takes him.—Geo. Nichols. Ingersoll, Ont. CANOF TRIP MAPS for Ontario waters. Send me details of trip you wish to take and let me make you a map of same showing port- ages, rapids, etc. Prices on application.— C.M. Paimer, Box 452, Toronto. Ontario. 1-1
FOR SALE :—Launch :—Twenty-eight foot—Dol- phin model, quarter cut oak cabin : beveled plate glass; covered cockpit : ten H.-P. engine : two years.old : re- furnished this spring : complete, price $450.00—also. sixteen foot—three foot 3 inch beam : 2 H.-P. engine: complete. price $170.00: also twenty-two foot—five feet 6 inch Beam : one year old : cape cart top: fittings: complete, $400. Apply GEO. H. BUXTON & SON, 295 Coll-ge Street, Toronto.
WANTED—Names and addresses of anyone desirous of securing a fifty dollar Ithaca Gun Rod and Gun in
free. Address Premium Dept., Canada, Woodstock, Ontario.
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WANTED—The name and address of anyone desirous of securing absolutely free , Twelve Foot Patent Steel Duck Shooting Boat manu- factured by the Michigan Steel Boat Co., De- troit. whose boats are unsurpassed in every particular. Address Premium Department, Rod and Gun and Motor Sports in Canada. ———————————————————————eeer — — eSSSFSFSseesFsese
FOR SALE—A = quantity of Brook Trout Fry. also yearlings. Address G. M. Englert, Caledon Mountain Trout (Clnb. Inglewood, Ont.
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FORSALE IN TORONTO. CANADA—35-Ft. Eleo High Speed Gasoline Launch, 20 miles per hour. Used ahout two months. 50 h. p. ‘4 cylinder encine. Matogany hull throughout,fully equipped, Cape Cart hood, glass wind shield, wicker chairs. searchlight, ete. Cost delivered $7000. Owner has purchased a larger boat. Will be sold at a_ bargain. Write at once.—The Electric Launch Co., Bayonne, ‘N. J. = $$
WANTED TO PURCHASE—Hammerless gun —12 preferred. Must be in good condition and cheap for cash, about 36—74—14—3. Write Box M., Rod and Gun. x1—13.
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A 60 yard Fishing Reel, burnished;
A quart tin of ‘‘Staudard” Dog Wash manufactured by the West Chemical Co., 17. Queen St., East, Toronto. (Sent to any address in Canada)
A bass bait manufactured by Hartung Bros. & Co., Jersey City, N J. ;or aset of Ten Beautiful Pictures, 7x9, just the thing for a sportsman’s den.
For Two Subscriptions
We will send: A Marble’s Safety Saw, (Folds like a carver) ; a Sta-Rite Spark Piug manufactured by the R. E. Hardy Co., New York. Every Motor Boat owner is interested in these plugs. We have only a limited number to distribute)
An Elite Single Minnow Pail, (8 quart) ;
A copy of Fox Trapping, a book of instruction, telling how to trap, snare poison, shoot, a valuable book for trap pers :
A copy of Mink Trapping, a book of instruction giving many methods of trap- ping, a valuable book for trappers ;
A copy of the complete Sportsman’s Guide by Buzzacott;
A copy of the Amateur Ed. F. Haberlein.
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For Three Subscriptions. We will send : A Vest Pocket Light, (Every Hunter, Angler and Yachtsman should own one);
A King Air Rifle, manufactured by the Markham AirRifle Co.,of Plymouth, Mich. ;
An Akron Fountain Pen, astrictly high grade fountain pen absolutely guaran- teed :
An Ever Ready Safety Razor and 12
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A pair of Lyman’s Bow Facing Gear and Oars. For full particulars of these oars write to the Lyman Gun Sight Cor- poration, Middlefield, Conn., mentioning the advertisement in this magazine ;
A Duplex Plug Attachment ; every Automobile and Motor Boat owner should have one, then when your plug starts missing no need to stop your motor— just pull the little switch. |The device
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A box containing 25 Van Horne Cigars ; a very superior brand manufac- tuneds by. Harns,- Harkness Co., of Moutreal ;
A Marble Safety Knife ;
An Electrical Pocket Flashlight manu- factured by the ae Electrical Mfg. Go.474 Kang 'St., , Toronto. These flashlights are Be encnie to every camper, Canoeist, motor boat owner and angler;
Orasetof ten No. 6 Hi-Powater- proof Dry Batteries manufactured by LinecIn Electric Co., New York,
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A “‘Napanoch”’ Tool Kit, consisting of knife, reamer, file, saw, chisel and screw driver, contained in a leather pocket hook 4%x3% inches ; manufactured by U. J. Ulery Co., of New York ;
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For Seven Subscriptions.
We will send : A Bristol (No. 1, 2 cr 10) Steel Rod, with polished maple handle.
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The same rod with celluloid wound handle ;
A No. 2 Brownie Camera, size 214x4\4 picture ;
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A Korona Camera, famous for Jens
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For Twenty Subscriptions We will send: A Hunting Coat manufactured by Bleauvelt Knitting. Co., Newark, N. J. Parties interested are requestcd to write
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An Aluminum Camping Onutfiti suit- able for six persons, sold by oka Tent & Awning Co., Montreal.
500 Sovereign Loaded Shells, :manu- factured by the Dominion Cartridge Co.
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For Fifty Subscriptions We will send: A White Wall, ten by twelve, best ten adouble plate holder and sole leather carrying case.
For Twenty Two Subscriptions We will send:
A Peterborough Canoe Tent, size 6x 74%—8 oz. duck, complete with poles and pegs, manufactured by J J. Turner & Sons., Peterborough, Ontario. ounce duck teut, three foot wall, com- plete with pegs and poles, manufactured by Sonne Tent & Awning Co., Montreal.
For Sixty Subscriptions We will send: A 16 foot basswood canoe, with two paddles,manufactured by the Wm. Eng- lish Canoe Co., of Peterborough.
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A 1% Horse Power Perfection Marine Engine, complete with all accessories. Made by Caille Perfection Motor Co., Detroit, Mich. This 1% H. P. Engine is considered one of the finest engines cf its size on the market.
Or a sixteen foot Cedar Canvas cover-
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is the title of a book by Thomas
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RENE? (Cok a 5 SSO SO aC oenenG ae tae are aes x Pike mehr eC OMst = os 0 2. sda meee ee eee XXXVI ee, [LETS ke S21 er rr xlv Sovereign Shells—Dominion Cartridge Co..... 99 Shot—Montreal Rolling Mills Co...........-. 116 Snap-Shot and Carbon Powder—Hamilton Pow-
ia? COs). 5 otc aR OSES Eee Ope nemmcocdor Ixi
Batteries **Best” Dry Butteries—Berlin Electrical Mfg.
(CDi... Soc ee Eee, Ae Sacenee XXXiv Hi-Po Waterproof Dry Batteries. xl Red Seal Dry Batteries—Manhattan Electrical
SIV CO” 22. aa ince) ARNO Sn 2-2 KL Dry Red Cross Batteries—Carbons, Limited .. xXix Vulcan Sparking Systems — Croftan Storage
snare? (COs sacs ade a eee XXX Vict ria Dry Batteries — Canada Battery Co Ixi
Boats and Launches Adams Launch & Engine Mfg Co .. ......... XXVii EME HOlding Oat. COP. ais deieieeaim = oie ee lenges xliii Rt OU GeOs ble OC SONG a= fice sisi Sse he ais «> xlvi eapialeboat WORKS. . 2 522502 < 5: seeicieiis = 2,20 iv Eaton: Motorm Works <.... 250-5 seed. e ne 3 iueieavine Canvas Boat Co... ..5....5-+- XXiX WCU SES TT Og Bele) eee ee Xxii Merchants Tent & Awning Co ............. xiii RMiaPAraMVOtOn BOAO... .- ute pene xli Nicholls Boats—Nicholls Bros. Ltd........... TIO Prihes Tie IDS ( Cio) Bie (er poco XXXViil “prenisin [its Seno coco Seber = 95 Sonne, 327 St. JamesSt. Montreal............ xlili Sherman Cooper Co. Ltd.... ......-------- xIvi Mitompsan, N. Ro. .:.. <---> eee. oe XX'H Turner and Sons J.J.......-----+--+--++- 00> xvii
Books for Sportsmen Page AMMALCUT DRAINED sc 5 Sele ere caters ate otters Broa germane Ixx Complete Sportsmen's Guide............. Ixiv Modern Sporting Gunnery.::.5..... 004. .6--- Ix Practical Dog Educationicg vn... 3. eee ccee Ixvill Boots For Sportsmen Palmer’sMoose Head Brand—!no. Palmer Co. Xxiv ‘‘Sovereign’‘—Laidlaw Watson Shoe Co.,..... xl ‘*Witch-Elk’—Witchell-Sheill Co. ..... ..... XXxiv Crow Decoys |; Perdew; (Chasable Sine) oe ermererat Sc as ote area xlvili Cameras and Hodaks Baby ‘Al-Vista’’—Multiscope & Film Co .... xl Korona Cameras—Gundlach Manhattan Optic al (Golgi Me Sere eons Saco) So Cee a ce Ivill Lee & Sargent .... 1.2.22: eee e eee eee eae XXvl New Brownie Kodak No 2A—Canadian Kocak Cope iGO Oe ao coin = 6 Gh none : XXv1 ‘‘Wellingten” The—Ward & Co:............. XxXxi Camp Supplies Abercrombie Se itehee eerie. se ci <6 Seb kes v Ales and Porters—John L miata. or 116 BethesdasMineral Waterson o... .2. e. pce Sees Vili Clark's Lunch Tongue—Wm. Clark. 107 Club Cocktails—G. F. Heublein & Bro...... iX Chiclet Chewing Gum — Frank H. Fleer & Co. Wee Scie Gtr MAE HOOT OEE Sioa 5k XXiil Drewry’s Refined Ale—E. L. Drewry ........ 117 Evans’ Antiseptic Throat Pastitle-—Evans’ & SONS Vhta er cise sccia.2+ stance cheer XXX Fearman’s English Breakfast Bacon — WF MeanmaRera ss ga5e" hee eee eee xli Jenner's Fly Pizen—E. “Jenner SG sea rete ee et xlix New. Yorks Spartinps Goods:Coi = sat, eee ce xi MichievaiGory Tide: wee oe bas beets ee cies Ixxiv
Mennen's Toilet Powder—Gerhard Mennen Co. Vv Shredded Wheat Biscuits and lriscu:ts—Can-
adian Shredded Wheat Co., Ltd.... ...... xil Murad Turkish Cigarettes—American Tobacco
GOS era hae yates Dt Oe eis is i Seal Brand Coffee—Chase & Sanborn..... et oe xiii Tobler Chocolate—McClure & Langley, Ltd.. xlix Van Horne Cigars, Harris Harkness & Co...... iv
Canoes
Auto and Carleton Canoes—Carleton Canoe Co. g2 CapitalaBoat Wonksii seit ote one ie oc iv ‘«Chestnut’—Re Chestnut &Sons=2. :o2... 0... 4. Xiv Dean Canoes Walter Deans ite ases oa coe oe xvi Lakefield—Lakefield Buildirg & ss iGop2p! Xlviii New York Sporting Goods Co.-... .. ...... xi Old Town-—Old Town Canoe Co........ Ix Pike’ The;D 2:Co,, etd eee eae en eee XXxvill ‘‘P -nobscot —Carleton Cance Go, 22. .....5--: xlvili “Peterborough’’—Peterburough Canoe Co., Lid ] Rieceewis: co Sonelotdo mye ease cee cee. XIV Turner S2SonsSila| a cceeereet. st. cos Ske. XVil Sonvne's, 327 St James st. Montresl..2 3 ..6 ce. xhiii William english Gatice@ aera ns aay eS XXvili Warren Sp yrting ODS) Gomme sees cls. si ces 1 a)
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Camp Furniture
‘‘Ever Camp Out’’ Bed—Green Bay Cot Co..... XXX Hammocks, etc—J. J. Turner & Sons ........-. xVil Michie & Cos... Ps 52 Ee re beh Sonne, 327 St. James St., Montreal.........-.. xlili Warren Sporting Goods Co.... ...........--; IIS Willow Chair—W. Younger.......... ee car ii Jaeger’'s Pure ‘Nool Bedding, Blankets and Sleeping Rugs—Dr. Jaeger Co. Ltd..... 1c! Clothing. Page Bleauvelt. Knitting Coz. 5 3... 220. a5: inside back cover
Hunting Jackets, Automobile Jackets, Sports- men's Jackets of every description inside back cover
aeger's Pare Wool Underwear, Shooting Jack- g
ets, Cardigans, Gloves, Socks, ete.—Dr.
Jaeger’ Commitee ee on assets san eS tor Pike—The D. Co., jin G eee EE cc et a XXXvili Sweater Coats—Knit-to-Fit Mig eos. hi
CIGARS and CIGARETTES Van Horne Cigars—Hartis Harkness & Co.... iv Murad Turkish (igarettes—American Tobaeco COs Fe eee eas ee ola ao Sere a= ae nee i Cutlery Marble Safety Axes, Knives, Match Boxes,
Sights, Compasses, Rifle Rods, Rifle
Cleaners, etc —Marble Safety Axe Co .... vii Napanoch Pocket Knife Tool Kit— U. J. Ulery
OR CE ter RI Oey ee ee eae xliii New York Sporting Goods Co.............. Xi
Dogs Chamber's ‘‘Cartiques” for Degs—Evans & Sons,
Ene ee v= fect. See SO ee eas XXX Prichcal bog Education... 223s Pe xlvili Glover's Dog Remedies—H. Clay Glover”... 2: xliii King Edward Collie Kennels, N.Gordon...... viii ‘Standard’ Dog Wash—The West Chemical
COB sa oper ee zit ce SARE, Vie go
Fishing Tackle Fishing Tackle— Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Vv
Algate’s Collapsible Minnow Trap, A. J. ae 118
Bristol Steel Fishing Rods, Horton Mfg, Co.. XXxi Costen Twice peices. Sais so nee xlvii Carlton Automatic Reel, Carlton Mfg. Co.... xxviii “‘Featherlight,’’ Reel—A. F. Meisselbach &Bro.. xxxi Clark.&.Hormecks. 22 yee peas oto tae ee 117 Fishing Tackle of every description—Leonard
Rods— Wi, Milist Carre efor ke ‘‘Hedden’s Dowagiac Mirnnows,”’ Jas. Heddon
“52 ME A A Ae ae at * 0 Ivi Flastunp: Bros, '& Co. . occ eee XXiii Hardy's Rods, Reels & Tackle—Hardy Bros. . lix Kelso Automatic Reels, Lines, Rods, Hooks,
etc: «Her Brost &/Coss2 5. anc ne eee Xvii Rice Lewis Ge Son... oi ves +3 ae ee Xlv Rods, Flies, and Lines—H. H. Kiffe & Co..... Xx New York Sporting Goods Co......... .... xi Pike—The.D. Co., EAd ©. 2254-4. sen. sc... XEEVI Stag Brand—The Allcock Laight & Westwood
Gs ANE a te igewtan a Seaman. tee XXviii ‘‘Takapart’’ Reel—A. F. Meisselbach & Bros.. iii perry, Cox Geo. Fl... ritee.<sconteetss nncehty ane XXXV Warren Sporting Goods Co..... “Fe ee IIs
Fishing Territory Algonquin National Park—Grand Trunk Ry. SS) ELS ERR ie it Menon ern ee Se riocs. : lvi
Lake of Bays—Grand Trunk Ry. System ..... Xlvii Muskoka Lakes, ser ds Bay, French and Mis- sissaga Rivers—C. P. Rieti ced ccwoecc lii and liii
Muskoka, Canadian Northern Ontario oie orton lvii New Brunswick— New Brunswick Tourist Ass'n xxxvii
Nepigon—Wm. McKirdy...... .... ........ Xl viii Nepigon—Revillion Bros., Ltd.............. xli Saguenay, New Route to—Quebee & Lake St.
POUL cIOOe. . oi nan Maes ss veo each oe Ixi Temagami—O’Connor Steamboat and Hotel Co. xlix
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Guides Murray, &-Foran . : ; -. 2.50 Soe ee xlix McKirdy Wm. . 34 2. .t5.30ee eee eee xlviii Revillon’ Bros. , Ltdo-5-.¢ee eee Ly acetee xli Guns and Rifles
Box: Gun Co';—A? His. ose ee ee 108 Hunter Arms Co., .DHe: 22-2 see ee xix Ithaca Guns—Ithaca Gun Co...... .... ..... 103 King Air Rifle—Markham Air Rifle Co ...... XXxill Eancaster, Chas...) 222) ost see en ee lix Lefever Guns—Lefever Arms Co. ........... xX} Lyman Gun Sights—Lyman Gun Sight Cor.. x1X Marlin Rifles—Marlin Firearms Co.......... xv New York Sporting Goods Co................- x} Parker Guns—Parker Bros ............... : ili Pike D..Co., Ltd. , 2.2 = seen cence eee XXXViii Ross Rifles—Ross Rifle Co. ..............--- ii RiceLewis & Son... .<. ¢.0sge eee zx Stevens’ Rifles, Pistols, Shotguns, Rifle Tele-
scopes: ‘(Guns sete reste Outside back cover Terry Co:; Geos kis On 23 eee XXXV Warten Sporting Goods Co...... ./... ....:- IIs
Winchester— Winchester Repeating Arms Co... Inside front cover
Hotels Page Albany, The, New York, Robert P. Murray.. lv Bellevue— Temishamirg Lake ..... ..... same Ix Commonwealth, Boston, Storer F, Crafts...... lv Cumberland, New York, Ry J. Bingham 2 ee liv
Kenmore, The New. Albany, N. Y., J. A Oaks liv Lennox Hotel, Buffalo, Geo. Duchscherer, ..... XXix Princess, New, Atlantic City,Crowell & Caller liv
Schenley Hotel, Pittsburg, Jas. Riley ...2...... liv Turks Head Inn, C. B. Martin, Prop., Boat
Mass... . od)i cae teuve - 4.5 eee XXxvili Thousand Island House, Alexardiia, N. Y.
O..G ‘Staples, ...%.eee. 73 eee Iv
Touraine Hotel, Buffalo, N. Y., C. Owen, Prop. lv
Hunting Territory
Muskoka—Canadian Nortkern Ontario’........ Iii | Murray & ‘Foran: 23.2.2) u.te~6 .ae0 eee xlix
Muskoka Lakes, ieorae ‘Bay: French and Mis- sissaga ‘Rivers—C. Pi R., 208 . Soes2 eee lii and liii | Nepigons Wm. MeKirdy......... < -20s0 eee lvi Nepigoun—Revillion Bros., Ltd........... .... xli
| New Brunswick—New Brunswick Tourist Assoc- iation, Oo 6u30.:: 20 fe, ee eee XXxvii Summer Trips—Canadian Pacific Railway .... lii—liii
Jewelry Batley ; Jas: D3..\.4... coee. ose ace ee eee 92 Diamonds—Loftus Bros & Co................. 109 Live Game
| Live Game, Wild Animals, Pheasants, etc , etc.
Wenz & Mackenzen «...:<.i.cect cee Xxix Marine Motors
Adams Launch & Engine Mfg. Co...... ;... XXVii Beaudry The .— Beaudry Gasolene Engine Co.. = XXv Buffalo—Butfalo Gasoline Motor Co. .......... xiil Caille Perfection, Motor Go. =~. cc. oc oe Xx
Fairbanks— Morse — The Canadian Fairbanks COL. Sere ae ac aie eee Inside back cover
“‘Honest Injun’’—Miller Reversible Gasoline Enginé Go... ..2.ic. dese Pane Ivii? Hildreth Mifg.iCo °.... ss 3. vues = cote ee Xxii Hamiltom’Motor Works: .:.. >... 0. «ee 93 ‘Little Giant’—United Mfg. Co.. ata 3 ae Lackawanna Motors—Lackawanna Mfg. Co.. 1x Premier Motcrs—H. Biddell ..... ...........- xlvi Palmer Motors—Palmer Bros................. xVi Smalley—Smalley Motor Co.....:..........0 xix Teary Co. G. HH. 2... 2 ics .csnes eee XXXV “Victor RS. Hill... .cosuecens site eee xvii Waterman—Waterman Marine MotorCo ..... xli
Mineral Waters
Bethesda, Waukesha, Wis....... Pe viii
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Miscellaneous American Pedometers—American Pedometer Co. xl Conklin Fountain Pens—Conklin Pen Co...... 94 Key Tags-—C. E. Locke Mig. Co...:...5.....+ lix Lyman “Gun Sights—Lyman Gun Sight Cor. . xix Majestic Metal Polish—Majestic Polishes, Ltd. Ixi Mennen’s Toilet Powder—Gerhard Mennen. Vv
Matchless Cigar Lighter—Matchless Cigar Light-
enMiie; (Co... s Stat Macatee xl ‘Toupees and Wigs—Jules & Charles .......... iii
Motor Boats Adams Launch & Engine Mfg.Co .... .... .... XXVii BUKON, Geo. sh, Go SOW gaps oie oe wale dale xl vi Eiamnlton; Motor Works oes: Gon sop seoicie 0 0. sate 93 MekKeough.& Trotter, Ltd. cece. ses 2 sc 0s oes XXti Merchants Tent & Awning Co........ ........ xiii Nicholls Motor Boa*s—Nicholls Brothers, Ltd.. 11o Niagara Motor BoatCo............ : xli POBEKESONE LOS: ). 2.8 Sos hoe eee ae: 95 MEMOIR SON ING ORCS. oc,2 2a, «3 acids sis toe ae XXili Mieroyleo— Geo Feels e nas is Rtn Se ae XXXV Waterman Marine Motor Co........ .......- xii
Motor Cycles EMER AERO LOMO OEE ie 6005) sn ata v obs. eee Ix Motor Boat Accessories Page
Complete Range of Accessories—Rajah Plug, Bree h Blocks Plug, Kingston Curburetors, Mufflers and Coils, Apple Ignition Apparat- us, P. & R. Accumulators and Coils, Gray- Hawley Auto-Chime, Flashlights, Foldable
Pails, ete , etc—John Millen & Son Ltd.... 88 Duplex Plugs and Switches--Duplex Ignition Co. xxiv Henricks Magneto—Henricks Novelty Co..... xlvili Hi Po Waterproof Dry Batteries — Lincoln
HB CCEICR COMPRA S Orce< «arson = xl {gniti on, Supplies, Search Lights, etc. etc,—Jno.
ORIN ATONE EP Lote sa. ioscan cesses XXXIV K-W Magneto—The K-W Ignition Co........ XVili Launch Fittings—Jolin Leckie Ltd,.... ...... 96 Lobee Circulating and Bilge ae Lobee
Pump & Machinery Co............ FS as lvi Manhattan Electrical Supplv Co.............. XXXVI “Rajah” Spark Plugs and a ea Auto
Siri Vt Ce, ann ose eee eee ee xlii HELI AN WC ODPEl COn, Mitd: =). = silane f= mjeie eed oe xlv Springfield Motometer—R. H. Smith Mfg. Co © xliv Stickler Weedless Wheels—Stickler Weedless
Wihecli@omrmr cae, |. Oba ales de go “‘Syntic’’ Motor Accessories —Nicholls Bros. Ltd. iii Sta-Rite Plugs—R. E. Hardy Cov... .......-.- Vv Sta-Rite Mica and Porcelan Spark ‘Plugs, Rat-
teries. Spark Coils, Electrical a
Jnosslonaeanierers: «sso ease tec: 2 XV Search Lights—2oth Century Mfg. Co......... xlv Terry, the Geo. H. Co By ae aap ee ee Sas Timers and Distribaters—C. L Altemus .. . xlili Whistles—O'Brien E'ectrophone Co........... xlili
Motor Insurance Automobile and Motor-Boat Insurance —Geo. WICNIEEICHIOC SONS... Salis 6 Se sioi0.7 vg oeunalss « xvii federal Lloyd's Policies—E.S. Kelly.......... XXxiil Naval Architect eancrsanerAlired Jq Coa. = cause srapteWne soe atone ois a as fore) Oils, Varnishes, etc. BCE MGrNV. “(CONS es, Neam we ee c coe. oa Te XXVil Collan Oil for Boots, Gun, Cases, etc. .... ... Vv Falcon English Varnishes— Wilkinson, Hey-
wood & Wlarkewitieee er. - Lie hone: Xxi Marble’s Nitro-Solvent Oil—Marble’s Safety Axe
CO RerOn Paes mags tie pow elene w was vil Paton's Varnish, Paints, Stain’ etens ee co: 92 sanderson,, Learcy & Go. ; Ltd: 2. o0 seas fede ass XXVi
Office Equipment Conklin Fountain Pens—Conklin Pen Co 904 Empire Typewriters—Williams Mfg. Co ..... XXXiv
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Outfitters Abercfombies& Pitch’: <3 :..0. ea bee ee v Pike, Une Om Calis 3 «32% | ste eee eee XXXVviil Mitrray Gc POran Geni oo. oe 5 ac) > cae eee xlix MecKovdye Wit Sacer ce «4,0 aeateon ei gee xlvili Miphie Se Coat tracts a cet erm Aen oie Ixxiv New York Sporting Goods Co ..... ..... xi RICE MEWIS(eon SOM, ELC. 7,506. Dee eee ete xiv Revillon Bros. ctdie ant ee eee xli Temagami—O'Connor Steamboat and Hotel Co., | 0 A RS eres 2, oS oe ae xlix Warren Sporting Goods Co ..... ............ 115 Pipes
H.B.B. Special—Heyes Bros., Ltd... Portable House
Inside front cover
National Gonstructiont, Gorsgs.. o 7 00.5% canes Ixv Premium Department DaSeSw ano ot mca Meets . .xvi—Ilxvii— lxviii—lxix—Ixx Revolvers H. & R. Revolvers—Harrington & Richardson
ATMS COm Mer ade ete! oka) Sweets 2 vii Iver Johnson Safety Automatic—Iver Johnson's
Ariisiee Cycle WOLkStrt ar ars ce, seta 5 113 ike; bbe DS COneE tere. (aco o.7,. <5. ..XxXxviil
Sporting Pictures Ithaca\GunGos, (yee Beebe irs «brea Ns 103 J. Stevens Arms and Tool Co...... Outside back cover Summer Trips Algonquin National Park—Grand Trunk Ry.
S) ASIN is SEAS aco - = eons See lvi Ballevue—Temmiskaming Lake............... Ix Buffalo & Detroit Steamboat Co............... lix Hiawatha—Captain Craine ................... li Lake of Bays—Grand Trunk Ry. System...... xvii Muskoka—Canadian Northern Ontario.... . lv Muskoka Lakes, Georgian Bay, Frenchand Mis-
sissaga Rivers C. P. Ry. Co......... .... xl—xli New Brunswick—New Brunswick Tourist As-
SOCIAR ONE 3. EERO oie .c, ona, . .XXxXvil Nepigon, Wm. Mekal sn. xlviil
Revillion Bros, (otds.: Jo... oe xli Saguenay, New Route to— Quebec & Lake St.
John sRallwaymerreiers nies fic ios tee ese eae ]xi Summer lrips—Canadian Pacific Railway ....lii—liii Richelieu & Ontario Railway Co........ ..... xivi Turks Head Inn—C. B. Martin, Prop., Rock-
DOK eMassi. cc ce sts oak ee ae ieee XXXVili Temagami— O'Connor Steambeat and Hotel
fo ag OF (6 NR Ar Re eR ES re 3 Se eee xlix Turbinia Trip--Buffalo, Niagara Falis, Lewiston, Toronto, Hamilton — Turbine Steamship
Olt std eo ae Baim men fates ee Ixv
Trap-Shooter’s Supplies Black Birds—Canadian Trap & ore Come. 117 Shopreny..E.-Btoisas eee ses nee foe: 117 Taxidermists Page
Canadian School of Taxidermy................ lv
NOW, Schoolof Taxidermy: --0- = en oe eee 109 Rowley College of Taxidermy and Modeling
Sb eraseyaWersceds, =: fereceke =) hanceads lctetatolere neva ieiats pes xxvii—xliii
Tents
Michiel® Gor itd so cp eps eke nt eich oe . lxxiv
Merchant's Tent & Awning: Co.... .....-..... xiii
Pike*DiGo: tdi. see nae Se ao DEE XxXviil
Suspended Tents—Suspended Tent Co........ xxxii
Sonne, 327 St. James St., Montreal]. xliii
Turseny Se hGgoons see ee ere. Le ee ss xvil
Warren Sporting/Goods Con. 222 .2...5...-2..-.. IIS
Trophies SONS A PD Loe Dee cS See ae ee ee 92 Want Advertisments PAROS acta ee enn a sele DOs lxii—1xiii
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ROD AND GUN AND MOTOR SPORTS IN CANADA.
There are Many Excellent Canoe Trips in Ontario
We have Charts of over ascore of them, carefully prepared private drawings cf unfrequented routes through wild and beautiful country. We furnish blue-print copies of these at reasonable prices.
__ We also furnish the TENTS, UTENSILS, BLANKETS. PROVIS- IONS, and the BAIT for fishing.
Toronto is the Gateway to the beautiful district of lakes and rivers of Ontario, and this being our 72nd year in business at the present location, we know the requirements thoroughly.
There are cottages on the Muskoka Lakes for rent also, and by reason of our extensive connection with the various summer resorts, we are always informed as to many of them, of which we keep a list and des- cription. The information we have is at the- disposal of correspondents desiring to secure residences for the summer. The rents vary from $100 to $600 for a season.
We have the following publications of seasonable interest.
Michies Tourists Topics, our little book of information telling how best to arrange the details of acamping trip, we send it for the asking.
The Complete Campers’ Manual— On how to campand what to do.
A little volume of 12) pages, containing a fund of useful informa- tion for campers. Price 10c post paid.
Camping and Canozing— By Jas. Edmund Jones, B. A.
This is a 154 page Complete Concise Manual for Canoeists and all persons spending their holiday in camp.
It tells where to go — What to do — How to travel — How to cook in camp — and is full of pointers for campers from the experience of one who hasspent many seasons in the woods and taken upwards of 20 canoe trips in Ontario.
It also describes 24 tripsin detail, giving an accurate idea of the route, and of the number, length and difficulty of the portages.
For camping and canoeing in Ontario it isa complete manual of useful information, and it is nicely illustrated. Price 50c Post Paid.
The Map of Muskoka Lakes js a veritable Directory of the Lakes, and includes a list of cottages, hotels, telegraph and express offices — with the distance between important points. Price, paper 75c.; cloth $1.25.
The Map of the Northern Lakes of Ontario embraces the — district bounded by French River and Lake Nipissing on the north, Lake Simcoe and Kawartha Lakes on the south. Georgian Bay on the west and the Ottawa River on the east, It is a guide to several canoe trips, including the Moon River, from Muskoka Lake toGeorgian Bay, and the Severn River from Lake Simcoe to Georgian bay. Price, paper, 75c. cloth $1.25.
MICHIE & CO. tea.
GROCERS AND DEALERS Iv CAMPER’S SUPPLIES
7 King St. West Toronto, Ont.
Established, 1835. ;
When writing advertisers kindly mention Rod and Gun and Motor Sports in Canada,
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iis Cut Illustrates One of Our Best
Sellers
Like all of our garments, it is made of the finest worsted, which makes it very elastic and neat fitting. Pockets can be added, if so desired, at extra cost.
Price $5.00
This coat is specially suitable for CANOEING, MOTOR-BOATING, for use at SUMMER RESORTS, etc. Please bear in mind, a dupli- cate of this coat cannot be obtained elsewhere-that is duplicate in style and quality of material. Send order early. Write for catalogue to
The Blauvelt Knitting Co.
9--II--I3 CAMPBELL ST. NEWARK, N. J.
FAIRBANKS -MORSE
2 CYCLE 3PORT, 4 AND 8 H. P.
MARINE ENGINES
ANY SPEED FORWARD OR BACKWARD AS QUICKLY AS DESIRED
HAVE YOUR BOAT & EQUIPPED WITH THE /“ GOODWIN” submerged EXHAUST DEVICE and: the -“ORSWELL?’ SYSTEM OF JUMP SPARK IGNITION WRITE FOR CATALOGUE OR PARTICULARS
The Canadian Fairbanks Co.
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Limited. MONTREAL TORONTO WINNIPEG VANCOUVER
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Trip to the cool woods is an ideal vaca- tion for the growing boy and _ tired man. Take a STEVENS along with you to while away time. Fine for game
and target shooting.
WE MAKE
RIFLES---SHOTGUNS---PISTOLS RIFLE TELESCOPES
Maximum Quality at Minimum Price
ced Ask your Dealer for Stevens Everything you want to know about the Rifles —Shotguns—Pistols. In STEVENS is found in 160 Page Ilustratee sist on our time honored make Catalog. Mailed for five cents in stamps
: - to pay postage. Beautiful Ten Color If you cannot obtain, let us Hanger—fine decoration for your ‘‘den” hea rfrom you. or club room—mailed for 6c in stamps.
J. STEVENS ARMS & TOOL CO.
365 MAIN ST. CHICOPEE FALLS, MASS.
Printed by the Sentinel-Review Press, Woodstock, Ontario.