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HIS HIGHNESS THE RANA OF DHOLEPORE.

were two pierced windows, and a door on which hung a thick wadded silk purdah or hanging. On each side of one of the windows were placed chairs; inside the window was quite dark; probably there, too, was a purdah. Major Dennehy talked through the window, and presently a voice answered. It sounded like a sweet voice; but even Ranees suffer from cold, and a "snuffle" would destroy the voice of a Grisi.

Mrs. Dennehy says she is very handsome and regal in her manner, and also full of talent. Fancy such a woman spending her whole life behind a thick curtain!