the chiefs, and Feenou pretended to be displeased at his giving so much. Large supplies were now brought to the ships, an extensive trade in provisions being carried on.
Next day, another large assembly was held in the same spot, where no less than 3000 natives met, to honour the Captain and his friends. When he had sat down with Feenou as before, about 100 men advanced with quantities of fruits, and some pigs, fowls, and turtles; all of which were deposited in two heaps. The multitude formed a large circle without; and into this circle several men entered, armed with clubs, and entertained the company with a succession of single combats. At the close of each, the victor squatted himself down facing the chief, then rose up, and retired; while some old men, sitting as judges, gave their plaudits, which were re-echoed by the multitude in loud huzzas. At intervals, there were wrestling and boxing matches; in which last some females engaged, which drew marks of disapprobation from the British. These games being finished, Feenou told Capt. Cook, that the largest of the heaps of provisions was a present to him, and the smallest a present to Omai; who had become the chief's peculiar friend and constant attendant. He added, that no guard was required to protect the presents, for the natives would not touch a single nut. They were accordingly left behind, while Feenou went on board with the Captain to dinner: and when taken on board in the afternoon, not an article was missing, and the whole filled no less than four boats, being the most munificent gift of the kind which our navigator had ever received. He took care to give the generous donor some
