“No gentleman familiar with the use of the gun or pistol, and who knows the freaks of glancing balls..."

Daily Globe, “No gentleman familiar with the use of the gun or pistol, and who knows the freaks of glancing balls, will endanger the lives of others”, Aug. 23, 1881

   Yes, I must admit that I do know some "freaks". However, my "balls" have never been caught "glancing"!