Natives in festal costume ready to begin the "fan" dance, Fiji Islands

Preparing the pit of white-hot stones for the bare feet of the "fire-walkers", Fiji Islands

Typical natives of the Fiji Islands, Suva

Cannibal Tom (80 years old), the last relic of Fiji cannibalism -- Fiji Islands

The "meke" or national dance, a part of all great Fiji ceremonies, Fiji Islands

A picturesque holiday ceremony, the "fan" dance, Fiji Islands

Drinking yaquona, the national beverage - celebrating King Edward's coronation, Fiji Islands

A feast day in the Fiji Islands -- gaily bedecked natives just beginning the national dance