at the entrance of one and
looked in. The dirtiest place
one could imagine + such an odor.
Returned to lunch – after
which took a nap – then
it being so hot – decided to
stay on the steamer for the
rest of the afternoon.
On our return this morning
stopped to see the new City
reservoir of the water supply
system. A beautiful lake
with clear sparkling water.
Also saw the old palace of the
Sultan – very large with beau-
tiful grounds – returned by way of
the harbor – which is one of the
most beautiful in the world
and ships of every nation are
seen anchored here – Pop. 400000
here – This is the Gibraltar of
the East.
The streets her are thronged with