120/154 He made interesting statements respecting the improvement of the negroes in dress, morals, education and religion, since emancipation. He had resided in the island some years previous to the abolition of slavery, and spoke from personal observation. He is a native of Bermuda, and ten years ago was a _slave_. He was treated with much regard and general kindness. He said he was another Joseph--every thing which his master had was in his hands. |