Chapter 8

Sabbath Scenes in Havana. -- Thimble-Riggers and Mountebanks. -- City Squares and their Ornamentation. -- The Cathedral. -- Tomb of Columbus. -- Plaza de Armas. -- Out-Door Concerts. -- Habitués of Paseo de Isabella. -- Superbly Appointed Cafés. -- Gambling. -- Lottery Tickets. -- Fast Life. -- Masquerade Balls. -- Carnival Days. -- The Famous Tacon Theatre. -- The Havana Casino. -- Public Statues. -- Beauties of the Governor's Garden. -- The Alameda. -- The Old Bell-Ringer. -- Military Mass. 144