The Ruffwell Harriers: Mr. Player’s retirement: Mr. Charles Player, familiarly known amongst sportsmen of the county as “Old Charley” has retired from the sport in which he has been engaged every season for the past 49 years … … The pack comprised 16 couples … Mr. Player announced his harriers for disposal by auction and accordingly a numerous party assembled at the Ruffwell Inn on Monday last, when the sale took place … (dinner and speeches) … amongst those present were … Pinsent Matthews, Esq., owner of the Talaton harriers … The following was the order of sale: … Lot 2: Mounter and Workman, the former 2 years old (18 ½ inches), out of Old Comely, by Crowner, property of Pinsent Matthews , Esq.; Purchaser, J. H Amory Esq., Tiverton, 6 guineas. … (etc).
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