Circa 1900, Old Skool Duck Hunter Ralph John Speer (B. January 18, 1875) from Fort Smith, Sebastian County, with a live decoy in his lap, with his shell vest, boot gaiters, camping tent, and his faithful retriever at his side.

Source: Ancestry.com
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