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Bogota'. 



they oblige each other by every means in 

 their power, and never refuse any request 

 with which they can possibly comply ; thus 

 presenting a striking contrast to the predo- 

 minant self-interest which so powerfully ac- 

 tuates many of the more civilized European 

 States. 



They are, however, I must allow, deficient 

 in enterprize, and prefer quietly plodding on 

 in their old retail way, to engaging in any 

 undertaking that would give them the least 

 trouble, although it might rapidly increase 

 their fortunes. 



For those who keep horses, the general cus- 

 tom is to mount about half-past four. The 

 most usual ride is the Alameda, where there 

 are several tolerable quintas in the cottage 

 style, and ere long, I have no doubt but that 

 it will be covered with them, as the situation 

 is good, and there is an extensive view of 



