Many persons have supposed that bull-fights were never to be seen except
in Spain; but it appears that in June, 1809, according to an advertisement
in the "Essex Register," there was to be a bull-fight on the Salem
turnpike, near the "Half-way House" (to Boston). As there were no
reporters in those days, we are unable to give an account of the
exhibition.
_Sportsmen, Attend!_
THE gentlemen SPORTSMEN of this town and its vicinity are
informed that a Grand Combat will take place between the URUS,
ZEBU, and Spanish BULL, on the 4th of July, if fair weather,
if not, the next fair day, at the HALF-WAY HOUSE on the _Salem
Turnpike_. There will also be exposed at the Circus, other
ANIMALS, which, for courage, strength and sagacity are
inferior to none. No danger need be apprehended during the
performance, as the Circus is very convenient.
Doors opened at 3, performance to begin at 4. Tickets 50
cents.
After the performance there will be a grand FOX CHASE on the
Marshes near the Circus, to start precisely at 6 o'clock.
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General Fencing Exhibition.
MESSRS. TROMELLE & GIRARD, Fencing-Masters of the Military
School of Col. de la Croix, respectfully inform the Gentlemen
of Salem and its vicinity that they propose a