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| CHAPTER XXXV. |
| ANCIENT AZTEC TEMPLES AND WORSHIP. |
| Manner of addressing priests—Formation of lengthy Aztec words—Temples and idols—Great temple of Teocalli, its square wall, gates, and threshold gods—Initiatory chapel and its accessories—Square for religious dances—Dimensions of temple—Steps and balustrade of different stories—Platform and holy towers—Vessels for sacred fire—Minor chapels—Religious sacrifices—Gods of providence and war—Colossal female idol—Ancient worship. |
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| CHAPTER XXXVI. |
| MEXICAN GOVERNMENT AND CONSTITUTION. |
| A troubled period—Present constitution—Privileges of citizens—Legislative power—Qualifications of president—Government council—Judicial power—Elections—Events prior and subsequent to formation of this constitution. |
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| CHAPTER XXXVII. |
| COMMERCIAL TREATY WITH GREAT BRITAIN. |
| Articles of amity and commerce—Ships of war and post-office packets—Importation duties—Tonnage and pilotage—Regulations for vessels and prizes—Passports—Personal liberty—Property and estates—Unlading of goods—Resident consuls—Safe-conduct—Religion—Former convention—Abolition of the slave-trade—Additional articles for the benefit of Mexican commerce. |
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