Suffolk and Berkshire, Henry Charles Howard, Earl of, 1833-1898, Peek, Hedley, Aflalo, Frederick G. (Frederick George), 1870-1918 · London : Lawrence and Bullen · leaf 202
ughtIsinglass, and it is credibly reported that signedcheques with blanks left for figures have beenproffered to the lucky possessors of otherfamous animals. The only method by whichthe excellence of a horse can be demonstratedis by racing him. Opponents of the sport, whodo not fail to recognise… … ^ ^ ■■] THE ENCYCI.OP.^<:i)IA OF SPORT 179 creatures worth depends upon the possessioji of•other than external qualities. ()ne does notwant a horse merely to look at. Make andshape are not to be despised, but the greatpoint is whether the horse has speed, stamina,constitution, soundness, and…
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