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The "Characters" of Jean de La Bruyère

Note 783 — XIV. OF CERTAIN CUSTOMS.

Henri Van Laun translation

The counsellors of parliament wore red gowns, the magistrates red fur-lined cloaks. See page 318, note 587. The original of “on account of his money” is consignation. See page 169, note 333.

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