Thus, in the space of ten years, did the country become in great measure ruined.

Some natives took to the woods; others were made slaves; many others were killed; and the rest were exhausted and ruined: all of which is evident from the summary of the account that I send his Majesty with the present.

There can this truth be seen and recognized.

In order that the injury committed may be more clearly evident, it is to be noted that these Indians are in the depth of poverty, and have no possessions of value.

Neither do they inherit anything save a little plot of land which they sow with rice--not to sell, but only for what is necessary for their families.