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General Hints for Archers

1. In commencing archery never begin with a stiff bow, but select one adapted to your strength, and change this for a stronger from time to time. 2. Never shoot with another person's bow. 3. Never put an arrow in the string when any one stands between you and the target, or you may shoot out an eye. 4. Never talk, jibe, or jest at the time of shooting. 5. Always study to take a graceful attitude in shooting, or in moving about the field. 6. Never draw a bow near another person; as, should it snap, the danger will be greater to him than yourself. 7. Never let your bow-string get untwisted or ravelled by neglect. 8. Never exhibit impatience at the tardy efforts of your compeers, or chagrin at your own failures. 9. Never shoot alone if you can help it, as it leads to negligence and indifference.