At first, we imagined it might be some religious festival, but on inquiring, we found that it was nothing but bands of drunken indians making night hideous.
We waited some time in the morning before beginning work, hoping that the _cura_ might come and assist us with his influence.

Finally, wearying of delay, we explained to the _presidente_ the work we planned to do.

We told him we must have subjects for measurement, photographing and modeling.

He showed no great enthusiasm in the matter.

One and another came to be measured, if they chose, but a number entirely refused.