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WALTON AND COTTON CLUB. Rules and Regulations of the Walton and Cotton Club. Instituted 19th March, 1817. Revised 8th April, 1840. London, 1840. Small 4to.

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WILLIAMSON, CAPT. T. The Complete Angler's Vade-Mecum; being a perfect Code of Instruction on the above pleasing science : wherein are detailed, a great variety of original practices and inventions; together with all that can contribute to the sportsman's amusement and success. Illustrated with engravings. London,

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