Mr.S.offered them beds and accommodation in his house, but our travelers refused; they were well satisfied with their own; and having unyoked their oxen, and turned them out to graze with those belonging to the station, they accepted the missionary's invitation to join his repast.
Alexander having stated the object of his expedition, requested the advice of Mr.S.as to his further proceedings, and asked him whether it would not be advisable to see the Caffre king, and make him a present.
This Mr.S.strongly advised them to do; and to ask for a party of Caffres to accompany the caravan, which would not only insure them safety, but would prove in many respects very useful.

All that would be necessary would be to find them in food and to promise them a present, if they conducted themselves well.

"You are aware," continued he, "that Hinza's domain only extends as far as the Bashee or St.John's River, and you will have to proceed beyond that; but with some of the Caffre warriors you will have no difficulty, as the tribes further will not only fear your strength, but also the anger of Hinza, should they commit any depredation.

But things, I regret to say, do not look very peaceable just now." "Indeed! what is the quarrel, and with whom ?" "Hinza has quarreled with a powerful neighboring chief of the name of Voosani, who reigns over the Tambookie tribes, about some cattle, which are the grand cause of quarrels in these countries, and both parties are preparing for war.

But whether it will take place is doubtful, as they are both threatened with a more powerful enemy, and may probably be compelled to unite, in order to defend themselves." "And who may that be ?" "Quetoo, the chief of the Amaquibi, is in arms with a large force, and threatens the other tribes to the northward of us; if he conquers them, he will certainly come down here.