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14. References to the head ofthe family (as well as to the Chief!) as a 'trustee' are to be found<br />
in Sarbah (1897), in Danquah (1928), as well as in Asante (1975).<br />
15. The following is based largely on Asante (1975: 82-142).<br />
16. To this Ollennu (1%2) has added that, once deposed, the former occupant of Stool or office<br />
is accountable and may also be sued for accounts (p. 139). Asante has correctly remarked<br />
that 'it hardly provides an effective stimulus to honest and efficient day-to-day<br />
administration of the family property' (1975: 118).<br />
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