CHAPTER XLIX.

The pure in blood--Places of amusement--The theatre--"Romeo Coates"--Jugglers and rope-dancers--Maroon parties--Shooting season--The Creole beauties--Dress--"The lords of the creation" --Fops and foppery--Business hours--Scene at the Antigua post-office--Auction sales--Militia doings--The gallant dragoon --Guard-nights