Polynesian Researches
CHAP. II
CHAP. II
Arrival of the first ship after the Duff's departure—Assault upon the Missionaries—Its disastrous consequences—Pomare's revenge—Death of Oripaia—League against Pomare—Invasion of Matavai—Description and character of Haamanemane—His assassination—Murder of Mr. Lewis—Pomare's offering for the mission chapel—Arrival of a king's ship—Friendly communications from the governor of New South Wales—Government orders—Act of parliament for the protection of the South Sea Islanders—Arrival of the Royal Admiral—Landing of the Missionaries—Departure of Mr. Broomhall—Notice of his subsequent history.