CHAP. XVI

FROM PAGE 384 TO PAGE 417.

Improved circumstances of the females—Instruction in needle-work—Introduction of European clothing—Its influence upon the people—Frequent singularity of their appearance—Development of parental affection—Increased demand for British manufactures—Native hats and bonnets—Reasons for encouraging a desire for European dress, &c.—Sabbath in the South Sea Islands—Occupations of the preceding day—Early morning prayermeetings—Sabbath Schools—Order of divine service—School exercises—Contrast with idolatrous worship.