Page:A fool in spots (IA foolinspots00riveiala).pdf/114

 gentleman's crowning distinction. The chase, when spoken of now, has a reminiscent tone, an old 'time flavor.'"

"Notwithstanding our neighboring young men keep up this pastime of old days, I go but rarely, now," said the Major. "Various modern innovations, from wire fences to democratic ideas, have conspired to ruin the country—for fox hunting. Unsportsmanlike farmers will not tolerate broken fences and trampled crops."

"I should so enjoy just one stirring chase. I wonder if we could get up a 'swagger' affair, including the girls?" asked Robert.

"Most assuredly."

And on the way home, they planned the hunt.