This flat was all taken up and a ditch was cut through to drain it.

A ship load of gold was expected to be found when it was worked.

A small town of tents had been pitched on both sides of the flat.

One side was occupied by gamblers, and many games were constantly carried on and were well patronized.

On the opposite side of the flat were many small tents, and around on the hillside some mules and jacks were feeding.