FOOTNOTES:
FOOTNOTES:
[A]The custom of naming children after some personal quality is frequent in Java; as frequent is it for the parents, after the birth of a first child, to sink their own names, and designate themselves as the father and mother of the “handsome one,” the father and mother of the “strong one,” etc.
[A]The custom of naming children after some personal quality is frequent in Java; as frequent is it for the parents, after the birth of a first child, to sink their own names, and designate themselves as the father and mother of the “handsome one,” the father and mother of the “strong one,” etc.
[B]“During this scene,” says the historian, “the Dutch general, officers, and party were present; but, astonished and appalled at the frightful scene which was transacted before them, they wanted the courage or magnanimity to interfere, though it was acknowledged thattheir honor was pledged for the safety of Truna Jaya.”
[B]“During this scene,” says the historian, “the Dutch general, officers, and party were present; but, astonished and appalled at the frightful scene which was transacted before them, they wanted the courage or magnanimity to interfere, though it was acknowledged thattheir honor was pledged for the safety of Truna Jaya.”
[C]Among the narcotic plants of Java, the most remarkable is the Datura, called by the natives Kachubong: the fruit of this plant produces the most complete stupor, though its effects are not lasting.
[C]Among the narcotic plants of Java, the most remarkable is the Datura, called by the natives Kachubong: the fruit of this plant produces the most complete stupor, though its effects are not lasting.
[D]The alleged anniversary of the birth and death of the Prophet.
[D]The alleged anniversary of the birth and death of the Prophet.