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A mission to Gelele, King of Dahome, Vol. 1 (of 2)

Note 333 — Chapter XII

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We presented to the King:—

1 picture.

1 box French perfumery.

2 pieces merinoes.

1 piece crimson silk.

1 silk kerchief.

1 case curaçoa

1 dozen coloured glass tumblers.

And to the English Mother:—

1 fathom silk kerchief.

1 piece figured calico (Madras).

Mr. Bernasko gave to the King:—

1 carpet.

1 case of liqueur.

1 piece blue Danes.

To the Buko-no:—

10 yards silk.

1 piece Madras.

2 silk kerchiefs.

1 pair razors.

Sundry other presents of cloth must be given to the landlord and to the chief officers. These, however, I reserved for the exit.

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