The canopy of heaven sparkled in wonderful splendour.

Its stars blazed, shedding peace upon earth and good-will to man.

The woman's hand quivered in that of her spouse.

He turned and retired with her to the interior of the dwelling.
FOOTNOTES: [Footnote 4: This tradition was told me by Tehua Indians, and some friends among the Queres subsequently confirmed it.] [Footnote 5: This fire-cure was still practised by the Queres not very long ago.].