Story: Duck shooting

Man and dog

Man and dog

Hunter Bruce Coley and dog Bess strike a pose so the photographer can get a good shot. It is highly unlikely that Coley is aiming at any ducks, as the skies are clear and he is standing out in the open.

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Alexander Turnbull Library, Dominion Post Collection (PAColl-7327)
Reference: EP/1985/1997/29

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Harvey C. Perkins and Bob Gidlow, 'Duck shooting - Equipment', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/photograph/17127/man-and-dog (accessed 29 March 2024)

Story by Harvey C. Perkins and Bob Gidlow, published 24 Nov 2008