The Evolution of Property From Savagery to Civilization
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Campbell states, among other curious facts, that the smith and the artisans generally, were more highly remunerated in the Indian villages than the priest. The head man of the village, elected for his ability, his learning, and powers as a sorcerer, is the adminis- trator of the property of the community ; he alone is privileged to carry on commerce with the exterior, that is, to sell the surplus of the crops and cattle, and to buy such objects as are not manufactured in the village. As Haxthau...sen observes : " Commerce is only carried on wholesale, which is of great advantage to the peasant, who, left to himself, is often under the necessity of selling his products below their real value, and at un- favourable moments. As commerce is in the hands of the chief, the latter is able from his connections with the chiefs of the neighbouring villages to wait for a rise in prices, and take advantage of all favourable cir- cumstances before concluding a sale. " All those who are familiar with the deceptions practiced upon peasants by merchants will appreciate the justness 66 FAMILY OR CONSANGUINE COLLECTIVISM.
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