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CARRIAGES.   145

1840. It is essentially a man's carriage for town use, and in a city where good paving exists will be found very satisfactory. It has an unostentatious look when the servant is dressed in either stable clothes or a plain black cutaway coat, top felt hat, with breeches and gaiters. In rainy weather he is supplied with what is called an upper benjamin, as shown in Plate LXXXII. This garment is made of a waterproof material, and is very similar in cut to those used by four-horse coachmen. The hansomcab horse should always have considerable quality and good level action, for much of the smooth riding of the cab depends on the action of the horse, provided he is properly harnessed.

Breaking Cart.

Plate LXXXIII shows a useful breaking cart and harness. Both are thoroughly adapted to the purpose for which they are intended.

It will be noticed that the harness is strongly but simply made, and the shafts long enough to keep the horse well clear of the dash.

The Jaunting Car.

Plate LXXXIV is an illustration of a jaunting car which is used in Ireland, and is considered by some persons a useful and practical vehicle.

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