In the other colonies it is generally from 2s. to 8s. per doz. articles, irrespective of size.
OUTFIT
The same clothes are needed in South Africa as in England, except that furs are not necessary, and a larger supply of washing dresses, etc., are needed for the longer summers. Wool of some sort must always be worn next the skin, even if it is only a cholera belt in the hottest weather, on account of the sudden falls in the temperature. In the Transvaal and Orange River Colony the winters are bitterly cold, and warm underwear is there very necessary.
Warm wraps are essential, as the nights seem bitterly cold by contrast to the hot, sunny days. Washing fabrics should be chosen of fast colours; white linen, holland and Tussore silk wear the best. Light unwashable materials are unwise, as the dust is terrible all over the country, and there are no good cleaners. Black and dark-coloured materials are inadvisable, as also most kinds of grey, as they become stained with red dust. Rough mixture tweeds in greens, browns and reds are most useful, or any other warm, light, dust-proof material.
Brown shoes and stockings are better than black ones, and a good supply should be taken, as the wear is harder than at home. Gauze and chiffon veils are a great comfort in a dust storm, and it is wise to have a cushion for travelling.
A thick mackintosh, overshoes, and a warm rug are essential.
It is economical to provide a really serviceable outfit, calculated to last for some time, as clothes obtained in the colony are both more expensive and less satisfactory than in England.
FARES
(2nd Class Union-Castle Intermediate Steamers)
| To Cape Town | £20 15s. | to | £21 13s. |
| To Algoa Bay | £21 13s. | „ | £23 9s. |
| To East London | £22 11s. | „ | £24 7s. |
| To Durban | £24 11s. 6d. | „ | £26 9s. |