[Footnote 20: Siberia is remarkably rich in minerals. It is especially famed for its gold, which is found chiefly in Central and Eastern Siberia.]
[Footnote 21: There are no pews in Orthodox Russian churches. The entire congregation stands or kneels during the entire service.--THE EDITOR.]
[Footnote 22: Vanka is the ordinary diminutive for Ivan (John), while Vanyuska is another and more affectionate diminutive.--THE EDITOR.]
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