In a very brief interval he had thus run through the gamut of religions in the South Seas.

It does not appear that he was any more particular in politics, but he was careful to consult the character and prejudices of the late king, Kalakaua.

That amiable, far from unaccomplished, but too convivial sovereign, had a continued use for money: Gibson was observant to keep him well supplied.

Kalakaua (one of the most theoretical of men) was filled with visionary schemes for the protection and development of the Polynesian race: Gibson fell in step with him; it is even thought he may have shared in his illusions.

The king and minister at least conceived between them a scheme of island confederation--the most obvious fault of which was that it came too late--and armed and fitted out the cruiser _Kaimiloa_, nest-egg of the future navy of Hawaii.