The earth was lifted out in 'gowpens' and carried to the huge dam we have built in karosses (skin cloaks), tortoise-shells, or wooden bowls.

We intended nothing of the ornamental in it, but when we came to a huge stone, we were forced to search for a way round it.

The consequence is, it has assumed a beautifully serpentine appearance.

This is, I believe, the first instance in which Bechuanas have been got to work without wages.

It was with the utmost difficulty the earlier missionaries got them to do anything.