ackle, handling lines, taking soundings, the
use of the lead line, care and use of sails, yachting etiquette, are all
given careful attention. Some light is thrown upon the operation of the
gasoline motor, and suggestions are made for the avoidance of engine
troubles.
18. SCOTTISH AND IRISH TERRIERS, by Williams Haynes. This is a companion
book to "The Airedale," and deals with the history and development of
both breeds. For the owner of the dog, valuable information is given as
to the use of the terriers, their treatment in health, their treatment
when sick, the principles of dog breeding, and dog shows and rules.
19. NAVIGATION FOR THE AMATEUR, by Capt. E. T. Morton. A short treatise
on the simpler methods of finding position at sea by the observation of
the sun's altitude and the use of the sextant and chronometer. It is
arranged especially for yachtsmen and amateurs who wish to know the
simpler formulae for the necessary navigation involved in taking a boat
anywhere off shore. Illustrated.
20. OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY, by Julian A. Dimock. A solution of all the
problems in camera work out-of-doors. The various subjects dealt with
are: The Camera--Lens and Plates--Light and Exposure--Development--Prints
and Printing, etc.
21. PACKING AND PORTAGING, by Dillon Wallace. Mr. Wallace has brought
together in one volume all the valuable information on the different
ways of making and carrying the different kinds of packs. The ground
covered ranges from man-packing to horse-packing, from the use of the
tump line to throwing the diamond hitch.
22. THE BULL TERRIER, by Williams Haynes. This is a companion book to
"The Airedale" and "Scottish and Irish Terriers" by the same author. Its
greatest usefulness is as a guide to the dog owner who wishes to be his
own kennel manager. A full account of the development of the breed is
given with a description of best types and standards. Recommendations
for the care of the dog in health or sickness are included.
23. THE FOX TERRIER, by Williams Haynes. As in his other books on the
terrier, Mr. Haynes takes up the origin and history of the breed, its
types and standards, and the more exclusive representatives down to the
present time. Training the Fox Terrier--His Care and Kenneling in
Sickness and Health--and the Various Uses to Which He Can Be Put--are
among the phases handled.
24. SUBURBAN GARDENS, by Grace Tabor. Illustrated with diagrams. The
author regards the house and gr
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