Note 133 — Chapter VI · HOME LIFE OF THE OSMANLIS IN ANATOLIA
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Ferriman, op. cit., p. 334. Professor W. M. Ramsay, than whom no one has a more intimate knowledge of the Osmanlis, writes: “Whenever any work has to be done for which absolute honesty is required, there is always a Turk employed; they are human watchdogs whom everybody employs and trusts.” Impressions of Turkey During Twelve Tears Wanderings, p. 43 (London, 1897).
Dr. Schliemann bears the same testimony to their honesty and trustworthiness in his Troja, pp. 10, 11.