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his adversary in fifty moves on each side at most, or the game will be considered drawn ; the fifty moves commence from the time the adversary gives notice that he will count them. The law holds good for all other Check-mates of Pieces only, such as Queen, or Rook only, Queen against a Rook, &c., &c.
XXIII.
If a player agree to Check-mate with a particular Piece or Pawn, or on a particular square, or engage to force his adversary to Stale-mate or Check-mate him, he is not restricted to any number of moves.
XXIV.
A Stale-mate is a drawn game.
XXV.
If a player make a false move, Castle improperly. &c., &c., the adversary must take notice of such irregularity before he touches a Piece or Pawn, or he will not be allowed to inflict any penalty.
XXV.
Should any question arise respecting which there is no law, or in case of a dispute respecting any law, the players must refer the point to the most skilful disinterested bystanders, and their decision must be considered as conclusive.