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Phillip's island, discovered on his late passage, mil 20' south, 

 and 148 50' west, is very low and dangerous, and cannot be seen 

 but at a short distance ; lying in the track of our homeward-bound 

 ships, between the Sandwich and Society islands. A few small 

 shrubs and trees are on this island, but no inhabitants. 



In latitude 5 30 X south, and longitude 155 50 7 west, an island 

 was discovered in 1826, and about five miles in length. It lies 

 low in the water, and presents a coast as dangerous as a reef, as 

 it cannot be seen any distance. This island could not be found 

 on any charts, and is a new and interesting discovery, inasmuch 

 as it is an island dangerous to vessels, if not well known. 



There are some rocks, and a dangerous reef, in the neighbour- 

 hood of 190 50 X south, and 167 30' west. 



In June, 1 825, an island was discovered, northwest from the 

 Fejee islands, in latitude 15 30' south, and longitude 175 3(X 

 east. This island is not placed on any of the charts, is well 

 inhabited, abounds in yams, and the natives are very friendly. 



The island Rotunah is situated in about 12 south. This island 

 has long been known, and deserves attention, as a place where all 

 refreshments known to the South seas can easily be procured. 



Due west from this island, and about 15 south, there is a dan- 

 gerous reef. Its extent and bearing is unknown, and it requires 

 further attention. 



Duke of York's island is laid down on the charts in 8 30' 

 south, and is said to be uninhabited. Captain Macy says he 

 saw natives on it. This point should be settled, and I venture 

 the prediction that the whaler is correct. The island contains 

 refreshments. 



Savage island. The natives are warlike ; great caution neces- 

 sary in landing. 



Wytootach and Navigator's islands all contain refreshments, 

 abound in hogs, and the natives are noted for their passionate 

 fondness for large blue beads. 



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