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November 15, 1831
The Rhode Island Republican
Newport, Newport County, Rhode Island
What is this article about?
Commander of an East Indiaman profitably sold a pack of hounds in Leadenhall territories for £55 per couple after buying at £6, keeping them fit by chasing red herrings on deck during the voyage.
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A Profitable Speculation, and Sporting extraordinary.—The commander of an East Indiaman took out with him, a few years since, as part of his cargo, a pack of hounds, which, upon his arrival in the territories of the kings of Leadenhall, he disposed of for fifty five pounds per couple! These dogs were kept, during their voyage, in excellent health, spirits and condition; and sometimes amused the ship's company not a little by being brought on deck, and, for the sake of exercise, giving chase to red herring! Their cost per couple, originally, was, about £6.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Animal Story
Journey
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Exploration
What keywords are associated?
Profitable Speculation
East Indiaman
Pack Of Hounds
Red Herring Chase
Animal Cargo
What entities or persons were involved?
Commander Of An East Indiaman
Where did it happen?
East Indiaman Voyage To The Territories Of The Kings Of Leadenhall
Story Details
Key Persons
Commander Of An East Indiaman
Location
East Indiaman Voyage To The Territories Of The Kings Of Leadenhall
Event Date
A Few Years Since
Story Details
The commander of an East Indiaman transported a pack of hounds as cargo, sold them for £55 per couple upon arrival in the territories of the kings of Leadenhall after originally costing about £6 per couple; the dogs were kept healthy by chasing red herrings on deck for exercise, amusing the crew.