[Clarke, William], 1800-1838 · Boston, Munroe and Francis · leaf 30
and fro between them. Shuttlecock is a boyish sport of long standing. It appears to have been afashionable game among grown persons in the reign of James the First, andis mentioned as such in an old comedy of that time. Among the anecdotesrelated of Prince Henry, son to James the First, is the… … 28 MINOR SPORTS. THE SUCKER. Cut a circular piece out of stout leather; bore a hole through its centre,and pass a string, with a knot to prevent the end escaping, through thishole. Soak the leather well in water before you use it; when thoroughlyeoaked, place the leather on a stone, press it well…
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