They are good detectives, and I think they should be employed in that line more than they are.
A nation's reputation depends upon the general character of its women, for they form at least half, if not more, of the population.

In this respect America stands high, for the American woman is lively, open-hearted and ingenuous; she is also fearless, independent, and is almost without restraint.

She is easily accessible to high and low, and friendly to all, but woe to the man who should misunderstand the pure and high character of an American girl, and attempt to take liberties with her.

To a stranger, and especially to an Oriental, she is a puzzle.

Some years ago I had to disabuse a false notion of a countryman of mine respecting a lady's behavior toward him.