Word: hunt
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...possible objections, one the cost, and the second, the weather. Neither of these is sufficient for putting an end to the runs. Take, for instance, the matter of cost. The association is not in a poverty-stricken condition, to put it mildly, and the cost, about $6 a hunt, is less in proportion to the number of entries and consequent good accomplished than is the cost of any other event held under its auspices. As for the weather, that will in all probability continue mile enough for running during three weeks to come, and give opportunity for as many more...
...hare and hounds run of next Thursday will probably be the last of the season, It has been decided not to make it a "fast hunt," but the hares will be given less start than usual. Entry book at Bartlett's closes at 1 o'clock Thursday...
There will probably be a "fast hunt" hare and hounds run next Thursday...
...Hares arrived home at 5.15 and the Hounds a quarter of an hour later. The first Hound in was Russel '87, closely followed by Braudt '85, Hazard '85, and Blake '87. The hunt was of the right length and was greatly enjoyed by all participants. It would be better, however, to have the next one a little earlier to avoid the darkness...
...taking part in the hunt shall be eligible for a prize unless (1) he be a member of the Association, and (2) he has duty entered his name in the entry-book beforehand...