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The American Hoyle, or, Gentleman's hand-book of games: containing all the games played in the United States, with rules, descriptions, and technicalities, adapted to the American methods of playing (1864)

Dick, William B. (William Brisbane), 1827-1901, Hoyle, Edmond, 1672-1769 · Dick & Fitzgerald · leaf 426

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ust be exceedingly patient, and perseverein the practice of it. It is the most difficult stroke he has yetessayed, but his time and care will be well repaid by proficiency inthe execution of this stroke. f To effect the carom on ball 2, the force must be brought into THE ANGLES OF THE TABLE. 417… … as if it interpreted the wish of the player, will effect the carom onball 2. At the risk of repetition, we must again impress upon the learnerthe necessity of patient and continual practice of these shots. Hisfirst attempt will necessarily be attended with failure, but he mustnot be discouraged or…

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