Our drive took us along the eastern bank till we reached the suspension-bridge which spans the cliffs of the river.

Across this gossamer causeway, vehicles are required to walk, under a heavy penalty for any breach of this rule.

The vibration when walking is not very great; but, going at a quick pace, it would undoubtedly be considerable, and might eventually loosen those fastenings on which the aerial pathway depends.

Arrived at the other side, I was quite taken aback on being stopped by an official.

I found he was merely a _pro forma_ custom-house officer.