No sign, however, of boat or pilot was seen; and after running close in several times, the ensign was set at the mizzen-peak, union down in distress.

But it was of no avail.
Attributing to Wilson this unaccountable remissness on the part of those ashore, Jermin, quite enraged, now determined to stand boldly in upon his own responsibility; trusting solely to what he remembered of the harbour on a visit there many years previous.
This resolution was characteristic.

Even with a competent pilot, Papeetee Bay, is considered a ticklish, one to enter.

Formed by a bold sweep of the shore, it is protected seaward by the coral reef, upon which the rollers break with great violence.

After stretching across the bay, the barrier extends on toward Point Venus, in the district of Matavia, eight or nine miles distant.