become more rapid every year, now that the railway has

disturbed these regions with its shriek of progress. Nevertheless the peasant types are marvelously picturesque. Referring to the sturdiness of these same peasants, there is a Spanish proverb which says:—

that is, "In Ronda men of eighty are as sprightly as young chickens."

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ON THE BRIDGE

I naturally looked about for specimens of these octogenarian chickens, but unfortunately the only ancient Dons discovered in the streets, did not give evidence of the proverbial sprightliness. I wished most ardently to obtain the services of such a one as guide; but I! alas, discovered that the Span-