208 DISCOVERIES OF THE FRENCH. 
nier was present. The Frenchman hastened to 
the ship, threw into irons all the Moors on board, 
among whom was a brother of Admet, and sent 
for assistance from Podor. Thus the Moorish 
prince, or robber, (the terms are synonymous,) not 
only failed in his scheme, but was obliged to make 
a handsome compensation. 
Saugnier, on arriving at Gallam, found every fa- 
cility in carrying on trade. Slaves, ivory, and gold, 
were to be had in abundance ; and the Saracolets 
(Serawoolies of Park) are active and intelligent, 
and every way fitted for this employment. In 
treating with them, however, as well as with the 
Moors, it is very expedient to have a room for 
the purpose entirely emptied of all merchan- 
dize ; otherwise it runs an imminent risk of sud- 
denly disappearing. While the discussion lasts, 
their eyes are continually rolling around, in search 
of something which could be easily appropriated. 
At the same time, they are extremely jealous of 
the respect paid to them, and are highly dissatis- 
fied, if, during their visit, the attention be at all 
distracted by any other object. The trade of Gal- 
lam is very profitable, yielding at least cent, per cent. 
This advantage is balanced by the unhealthiness of 
the voyage, and the various dangers to which it is 
exposed. These Saugnier himself amply experi- 
enced ; as, in sailing downwards, his vessel was 
wrecked, and the greater part of the cargo plun- 
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