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is correctly acquainted with the figure, their 

 partners having to conduct them through 

 the mazes of the dance. By some the 

 Spanish country-dance is considered as well 

 adapted to a warm climate ; but I think it 

 inferior to quadrilles, both in grace and 

 comfort. In the former, elegance can only 

 be shown in the twisting and twining of the 

 arms and body; and then at a large party 

 you are so crowded, that grace in this parti- 

 cular cannot be observed ; you are likewise 

 constantly in masses together, and never for 

 a moment allowed to stand still, which 

 causes far greater heat to be felt than in 

 the graceful movements of a quadrille, where 

 you are allowed more space, and time for 

 rest and conversation. Spanish country- 

 dances and waltzes were the order of the 

 night; in the latter a few ladies excelled. 

 Amongst them was Senora Urdineta, who 

 is one of the best dancers in that country. 

 You are not allowed to walk about with your 



