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214 country, the inhabitants made their homes, and attained, to a large extent, the means of subsistence from tho adjacent waters. Indeed," he continued, "in past ages the Nocalattan Sea has been a powerful agent in civilizing the people, for it afforded an easy and ready means of communication between the different tribes roving in the vicinity. The exchange of products took place, trade sprang into existence, and the general advancement of the people followed."

"And what do those dark double lines indicate?" I inquired.

"They are the metal or lino roads that connect the inland towns with the sea-board, and with ono another," ho answered. "If you feel so disposed," he continued, "you may soon have trip on one of them, for after remaining a short time in Tehana, I intend to proceed to Yacla, and if you choose to come, I shall be glad of your company. It will be my last trip of the season."

1 agreed to this proposal, and Yeyema went away with his wife and daughter, who came to seek him.

After they were gone, I went out, and seeing Yondozi alone, walked up to where he sat.

"The Nocalattan Sea is well off for rocks," I