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BOONDELAHS.

exclusive character, and dislike of Mahomedans, prevented the extension of Mahomedan civilization among them. The habitual lawlessness of the chieftains is, however, now restrained, and there is no doubt that education will follow among the people at large, under the influence of the local British administration.

Dureeahon is a Hindoo cultivator, of low caste; he will eat anything except cow's flesh.