They had seen the presents given to their comrades, but were dissatisfied with them, and came after the boats to ask for more.

Being somewhat peremptory and insolent in their demands, Mr.Hunt gave them a flat refusal, and threatened, if they or any of their tribes followed him with similar demands, to treat them as enemies.

They turned and rode off in a furious passion.

As he was ignorant what force these chiefs might have behind the hills, and as it was very possible they might take advantage of some pass of the river to attack the boats, Mr.Hunt called all stragglers on board and prepared for such emergency.

It was agreed that the large boat commanded by Mr.Hunt should ascend along the northeast side of the river, and the three smaller boats along the south side.