superfluous being more than is needed, useful, or wanted; surplus; excessive.
monkey tricks possibly a racial slur directed at the natives.
resolute having or showing a fixed, firm purpose; determined; resolved; unwavering.
abomination anything hateful and disgusting.
Yes, sah Yes sir; the form may be Pidgin English and illustrates how the native-born court messengers submitted to the orders of their white bosses — at least on the surface.
