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five or fifty, the ligatures usually being applied close to each 

 end of the bundle. The bundles are then packed in closely 

 fitting tin boxes, which are enclosed in rough wooden cases. 

 In Guadeloupe the bundles are put into clean kerosine oil 

 tins, which are soldered up so as to exclude all air and 

 moisture. 



