The first trip was entirely successful, but on the second attempt the affair was, by the weight of the ropes, upset in midstream.
"During the excitement attending this misfortune, we were advised by an Indian messenger that another great chief was about to pay us a visit.
Turning around, we beheld quite an interesting spectacle.

Approaching was the dignitary referred to, lance in hand, and apparelled in official robes.

The latter consisted of a blanket thrown gracefully around him, and a magnificent head-dress of black plumage covering his head and shoulders, and hanging down his back in a streamer, nearly to the ground.

His pace was slow, his eyes cast downward, and his whole demeanour expressive of formal solemnity.

Upon his right hand was the interpreter, upon his left a boy acting as page, and following was a long procession of his warriors, attended by a crowd of men, women, and children." Compliments and presents were exchanged and all was well.