were thrown to their greedy brethren, by whom they were speedily devoured.

it should be noticed, for the benefit pf those who may touch at Ascension, either on their way to St. Helena outward-bound, or in coming homeward from that rendezvous, that we hooked several very fine fishes, especially the; much-admired Bull's-eye, by trailing a bait, about fifty or sixty yards astern, as we sailed partly round the island. Close in shore, among the crags, just beyond reach of the surf, we caught half a boat load of old-maids in very little time.

The modern course of ships proceeding to India, ordinarily carries them near the Cape de Verds, and Canary islands ; where, if wine is to be taken in, a detention of ten or twelve days may happen. This being, in all probability, the first opportunity that may offer of going on shore, after leaving England, it may be proper to caution the young adventurer not to ridicule, nor in any way to shew disrespect towards, the religious ceremonies of the Roman Catholics who possess those islands.

Under the exercise of prudence and discretion, all persons landing among the; Portuguese are certain of receiving every civility and attention ; but, when insulted, no race of men are more irascible or vindictive : the offender is sure to fall a victim to their unrelenting vengeance! At either of these islands, but especially at St. Jago,