Chapter XXII: Part FOUR: The umpires will decide which girl will be

likely to be preferred by the various “Wandering
Willies” of the expedition.

PRIZE OF HONOUR

The prize of honour will be given to the most beautiful woman--the one having obtained the largest number of votes.

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GENERAL CONDITIONS

The photographs of the “Beauties” to enter into the contest
are filed in the “Minister’s” book. There are four hundred and
sixty-four (464) pictures, charms, delights and fascinations,
but voters are cautioned not to become too enthusiastic or
overheated. Those carrying photographs (of favoured ones) in
their pockets and pinned to their vests, as nearly as possible to
their hearts, may submit them for inspection to the “Minister.”

It is hoped that the elections will be honourable, but “all is
fair in love and war,” and in the “Ladyless South,” swindling of
all kinds is allowable providing it is in an honourable cause.

DISTRIBUTION OF THE PRIZES

On the arrival of the _Belgica_ in port the Minister
will send the diploma, drawn by the “King’s” own hand, to the
fortunate winners of the prizes. The presentation of the prizes
is conditional upon the later appearance of the woman before the
committee to exhibit the parts for which ballot has been cast,
not for re-examination, but to obtain an official photograph.

(Signed)

RACONEVIPADECA, President of the “Pack Loafers.”

LECOINTWHISKY, Minister of the Land of Beautiful
Women, and “Lady Specialist.”