There was such a thing as native customs, he said.
Tuck wasn't ready for any kind of bizarre native customs.
"I'm sure you haven't come here to discuss obscure native customs."
Native customs, languages and physical characteristics were believed to hold the clues.
"Come to think of it, we also have to be careful about violating quaint native customs."
"Best to go along with native customs," said Richard.
"Please don't change any native customs on my account."
The clergy were to also observe native customs and to search for ancient documents.
This had been accomplished with as little breaking down as possible of native customs.
Depending entirely on their upbringing, they follow either native customs or Chinese traditions.