He is impetuous in manner, quick-tempered, and on the slightest suggestion of disregard of his commands, freely threatens jail or other punishment.

He received us cordially, and we lived at his house, where we were treated to the best that was available.
We have already referred to the beautiful location of Chicahuastla.

Its appearance is most picturesque.

Unlike the indian towns in the Mixteca which we had so far visited, it has many houses of circular form with conical roof.

It is possible that this style of construction is the result of African influence.