Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, September 28, 1874

* 1st Creedmoor black powder match
* 1st Grand International rifle match
* United States vs. Ireland

The front page has one column headlines:

"THE RIFLE"
"The American Beats the Irish Team by Three Scores--Colonel Bodine Gets Great Glory--Presentation of Prizes"

with smaller subheads: "The Rifle Match" "Americans Beat The Irishmen" See photo for 1st report coverage on the very 1st grand international rifle-match at Creedmoor.

Other news and advertisements of the day. Complete in 4 pages, large sized issue measuring 27 x 22 inches, a little spine wear, otherwise in good nice condition.