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DISCOVERIES OF THE FRENCH. 
synonymous), not only failed in his scheme, but 
was obliged to make a handsome compensation. 
Saugnier, on arriving at Gallam, found every 
facility in carrying on trade. Slaves, ivory, and 
gold, were to be had in abundance ; and the Sa- 
racolets (Serawoolies of Park) are active and in- 
telligent, and every way fitted for this employ- 
ment. 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 mer- 
chandize ; otherwise it runs an imminent risk of 
suddenly disappearing. While the discussion 
lasts, their eyes are continually rolling around, 
in search of something which could be easily ap- 
propriated. At the same time, they are extreme- 
ly jealous of the respect paid to them, and are 
highly dissatisfied, if during their visit the at- 
tention be at all distracted by any other object. 
The trade of Gallam is very profitable, yielding 
at least cent, per cent. This advantage is bal- 
anced by the unhealthiness of the voyage, and 
the various dangers to which it is exposed. These 
Saugnier himself amply experienced ; as, in sail- 
ing downwards, his vessel was wrecked, and the 
greater part of the cargo plundered, partly by his 
own crew, and partly by the chiefs of the neigh- 
bouring villages. He bitterly complains of the 
prohibition by the government of Senegal, against 
taking any violent steps with regard to those mo- 
