CHAPTER V.

MOA AND ROMA.

Boat Expedition to the Island of Moa.--Good Inclination of the Inhabitants.--The Block-house.--The Duif Family.--Character of the People.--Respect entertained by the Heathen towards the Christian Inhabitants.--State of Civilization and Public Instruction.--Kind Hospitality of the Natives.--Their Feelings of Attachment and Confidence towards the Dutch Government.--Departure for the Island of Roma. 70