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THE SOLE RELIC OE THE OLD NATIVE COSTUME IS THE PECULIAR BLACK HEAD- 

 DRESS OF THE WOMEN, CALLED THE "FALDETTa" 



The Maltese are a thrifty, industrious people. The women are noted for their black eyes, 



fine hair, and graceful carriage. 



Photographs by S. L. Cassar 



A REAR VIEW OF THE MALTESE EASTER BONNET 



While farming is the principal industry in Malta, more than 5.000 women and children are 

 engaged in producing the famous Maltese lace. 



