154 WILD LIFE UNDER THE HQUATOR. 
went quietly by the house, and at last suddenly pushed 
aside some of the leaves that formed the walls and stuck - 
my head through it. For a moment I could distinguish 
nothing in the darkness. Then I beheld three perfect- 
ly naked old hags sitting on the clay floor, with an im- 
mense bundle of greegrees or fetiches before them, which 
they seemed to be contemplating in silent adoration. 
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© ANTERIOR OF SHE NJAMBACHOUSE, 
I was put aback, for I expected to see no one. As 
soon as their fear and wonder had somewhat subsided, 
they set up a hideous howl of rage, and rushed out to 
call their companions in the bush. In a few minutes . 
these came rushing toward me with gesture of anger, 
and threatening me for my offense. I quickly reached 
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