We obtain passing glimpses of Roan entering various rings

We obtain passing glimpses of Roan entering various rings

We obtain passing glimpses of Roan entering various rings

After this date, we obtain passing glimpses of Roan entering various rings, and trying in vain to make up the hundredth prize. In 1824, the old veteranhaving then contended more or less for twenty-eight yearswas thrown at Low Wood Regatta, by one Hodgson, who wrestled third; and even as late as 1828, he wrestled at Ambleside fair, where he was disposed of by John Holmes, a tall six-foot tailor. This proved the last time he ever contended for a prizesaying, as he bade farewell to the ring, "I think it's time to give ower, noo, when a bit iv a tailyer can thrā' me!"