Punch,  55 (1868), 105.

Our Fish, Flesh, Fowl, and Natural History Column. Notice to the Public  [3/4]

Anon

Genre:

Serial—Letter, Spoof; Editorial, Spoof

Relevant illustrations:

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Illustrators:

E J E *

Subjects:

Natural History, Zoology, Animal Behaviour, Hunting, Politics, Government, Morality, Religion


    Contains several letters and editorial replies on the Salmon Fisheries (Scotland) Act of 1868 and concerning a gorilla brought back from Africa which confirms Paul B Du Chaillu's 'stories'. Proceeds to editorial remarks on other topics, including the fate of parcels of animals sent to the editor, whether it is right for a 'Parson to hunt', and grouse shooting on the moors.



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