I made signs for him to taste it.

He dipped his finger in it, and exclaimed with delight to his companions, when he perceived what it was.

I then pointed to his hatchet, and motioned him to open the box.

He did not require a second invitation--it was soon backed to pieces.
Then, as I beckoned up all the rest of the youngsters who were looking on, full of wonder, such a scrambling and shouting with delight succeeded as put us all, particularly the boys, into fits of laughter.
Bowls, dippers, hands, everything that could contain even the smallest quantity, were put in requisition.

The squaws were most active.