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thing on their heads but their own natural covering of woolly 
hair. 
They seemed attentive as Dr. Geddie spoke to them in their 
own language ; but their efforts in the way of music were not 
of a very successful character, an instrument being much 
wanted. 
As we expected to sail next morning, we bade adieu to our 
friends before going on board. Seeking out Naublo, I told 
him that I should want him again when we returned, and dis- 
missed him with a present that made his ugly face beam 
with satisfaction. 
Accordingly, early next morning we hauled up anchor, set 
sail, and stood out of the harbour. 
