This is the pit of red hot stones & wood, which we saw at at a Rajah's party. Stupidly I refused to walk. Those who went barefooted suffered no harm: those who kept on their sandals had sandals scorched but personally felt no heat. Photographer: Unknown
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Genre: Historical Events Snapshot view of men walking across the pit.. Subjects = fire walking; rites and customs
[Three Indian officers of the Central Provinces Police.] Photographer: Unknown
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Genre: Historical Events Ranks and uniforms described as follows:'[From left] 1) HC [Ordinary foot police]. Dark blue uniform & safa with red fringe (white fringe for constable). Pale buff puttees. 2) Inspector. Khaki silk pagree with gold. Khaki breeches & brown leggings & boots. 3...