They considered themselves independent of the English nation, and were greatly affected by the sale of the island which they thought would blend the countries. Though few the enjoyments of the lower orders, their cares are also few. Persons, afflicted with this calamity, if not kept at home by their friends, are permitted to roam at large. The middle and higher ranks mix too much with the English to retain any, peculiar characteristic of their native country. The chief trade and much of the farming business is carried on by strangers.
Civilization is little, if at all, behind the remoter parts of England.
He was either misinformed himself or attempted to mislead his readers. The people are hospitably and charitably disposed. A collection is made after t ye morning service of every Sunday for the relief of such poor of the parish as are thought deserving of charity. In every parish is at least one charity school, and often a small library . These were founded by Bishops Barrow and Wilson, are supported by voluntary contributions, and many of them hare funds arising from legacies and donations.