Travels Amongst American Indians, Their Ancient Earthworks and Temples Including a Journey in Guatemala, Mexico and Yucatan, and a Visit to the Ruins of Patinamit, Utatlan, Palenque and Uxmal

CHAPTER XVIII.

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Departure from Uxmal. — Indian officials at Abalá. — Indian Ceremonies. — Worship of demons. — Baptismal customs. — Laws of the Emperor Charles V. for the government of the natives in Yucatan. — Superstitions. — An Indian Well. — Halt at night. — Merida. — Convent of the Conceptionistas. — Sisal. — The Basque brig Aguinaga. — Departure for Cuba and Florida. — Tampa. — Cedar Keys. — Buccaneers. — Shell Mounds. — Ancient Burial Mounds. — Florida Indians 360