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are in general firmly

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:07
are in general firmly attachd to the american cause, most fervently deprecate their being finally seperated from the united states. His soul was refreshd to hear me say that i did not apprehend any danger of itthat the idea would, in my opinion, be abominated by the eastern states, and, as far as i could judge, by all the rest. He says, that the creeks the chictaws, which are the most numerous tribes of indians, consisting of at least 8 perhaps 10 thousand gun men, are our staunch friends. The heads of them have lately spoken to him in this language, we stand on the same ground with you, we drink the same

afloat. Her materials are

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:05
afloat. Her materials are acknowledgd to be of the best kind, well put together. It is said she will make a prime sailer if not too taunt masted. Others say, that the construction of her hull is such as to require a lofty sail. There are many speculations about her. As i am not a judge in the matter, i am prudently silent hear the opinions of those who are connoisseurs. All agree that her owners have much at stake, that it will be a very great oversight in them if they should ever risque her with unskilfull or unprincipled officers or pilots. My due regards to mr dana, be assured that i am very cordially his

the great character you

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:04
the great character you have given him. The very short time he stayed here the business i have been engagd in, prevented me the honor, which i very much covetted, of conversing with him frequently. Congress have appointed colo john laurens envoy extraordinary at the court of versailes, mr dana will be regularly informd that he is to go to russia. Before i conclude i must let you know, that the ship which was set up in massachusetts while you was there, and which, it was proposd, should be named, the oceana,1 has since been compleatly finishd and is now

compleat victory obtaind the

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:03
compleat victory obtaind the 16th instant by his majesties troops under my command, over the rebel southern army, that brave army checkd the progress of the troops under his command on the 16th of august and the militia have since, in several instances, given him ample proofs of a firm attachment to the publick cause, as well as bravery and alertness which he did not expect, and which i believe have disconcerted their general plan.the hands of those people, if not already, will very soon be taught to war their fingers to fight. Arnolds conspiracy was to have wrought wonders, but gracious heaven

defeated it. We have

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:03
defeated it. We have so often seen in the course of this conflict, the remarkeable interposition of divine providence in our favor, as to convince me, that the attempts of our enemies to subdue us, will be but gnawing a file. Your publick letters have been well receivd. I have been favord with only two from you since you left boston. One was deliverd to me by my worthy patriotick friend mr a lee, the other by the count de noailles, who lately spent a few days in this city. He appears to be a most amiable young nobleman, i believe you have not said too much in

in season for its

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:02
in season for its subsistence. The people at large, as far as i can learn, are as determind as ever to support their independence, for that end to carry on the war with vigor. If our ally can furnish us with a decided naval superiority, i think there will be the fairest prospect of bringing this great contest to a happy conclusion the next year.altho the enemy have gaind the possession of charleston, they have not succeeded to their wishes in that quarter. They do not find the people so pliable as they flatterd themselves they should. Notwithstanding cornwallis boasting letter to lord george, of a

ours to be, and

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 00:00
ours to be, and so interresting to mankind. Our creator has given us understanding, strength of body and a country full of provisions. We must make a good use of them, hoping that his blessing will crown our virtuous struggle. He helps those who make proper exertions to help themselves. Such exertions are now making. The states are called upon for an army of 35,000 men and from past experience of the great expence, as well as inutility of temporary drafts, they are resolvd to have a well appointed army early in the field inlisted for the war. And effectual measures are taken for the purpose of providing magazines

we should have faild

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:59
we should have faild for want of a sufficiency of powder. By an unpardonable neglect in somebody, that essential article was not sent, as it ought to have been, in season. I have called it an unpardonable neglect. It appears so to me. My judgment, however, may be too severe. I confess, i feel much chagrind, while i think that any thing has been omitted which might have been done, to have finishd the war with a glorious campaign. But disappointments, tho vexatious, ought not to disconcert us. They do not. No difficulties should discourage us in the support of a cause, so righteous in the sight of heaven as i believe

besides his consular functions,

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:58
besides his consular functions, he has it in charge to forward such cloathing arms c as are or may be procured there for the use of our troops. Great exertions have been made the year past, in which old massachusetts has borne her full share, to be in readiness to cooperate with our ally, in an attempt to give our invaders a decisive blow. But the second division of the french squadron being blockd up in brest, a reinforcement to the enemy arriving from the west indies, they have had the superiority at sea. This was not our only misfortune for had the whole naval force arrivd which we expected, i am inclind to believe

sobriety true republican simplicity

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:57
sobriety true republican simplicity of manners, of zeal for the honor of the supreme being the welfare of the common wealthif men possessd of these other excellent qualities are chosen to fill the seats of government we may expect that our affairs will rest on a solid permanent foundation. I thank you my dear sir, for mentioning my family so affectionately in one of your letters. Oblige them with your visits as often as you can. Remember me to colo orne, who, i have reason to think is among my friends. Adieu and believe me to be most sincerely

of the one would

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:56
of the one would become fashionable among the other. I pray god we may never be addicted to vanity the folly of parade. Pomp show serve very well to promote the purposes of european asiatick grandeur, in countries where the mystery of iniquity is carried to the highest pitch, millions are tame enough to believe that they are born for no other purpose than to be subservient to the capricious will of a single great man or a few. It requires council sound judgment to render our country secure in a flourishing condition.if men of wisdom knowledge, of moderation temperance, of patience fortitude perseverance, of

greatest part of my

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:55
greatest part of my lifemay heaven inspire the present rulers with wisdom sound understanding. In all probability they will stamp the character of the people. It is natural for sensible observers to form an estimate of the people from the opinion they have of those whom they set up for their legislators magistrates. And besides, if we look into the history of governors, we shall find that their principles manners have always had a mighty influence on the people. Should levity foppery ever be the ruling taste of the great, the body of the people would be in danger of catching the distemper, and the ridiculous maxims

And may it not

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:54
And may it not be added, that the former government, i mean the last charter, being calculated rather to make servile men than free citizens, the minds of many of our countrymen have been inurd to a cringing obsequiousness, too deeply wrought into habit to be easily eradicated. Mankind is prone enough to political idolatry. Such a temper is widely different from that reverence which every virtuous citizen will show to the upright magistrate. If my fears on this head are ill grounded, i hope i shall be excusd. They proceed from a cordial affection for that country to the service of which i have devoted the

substantial service to the

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:53
substantial service to the publick. We feel the want of you here and yet i think you have wisely chosen a seat for the present in the house of representatives. Many virtuous men there may want that information which you are able to give them. Possibly you may have much of the old ground to go over again. More in my opinion, is necessary to be done, than conquering our british enemies in order to establish the liberties of our country on a solid basis. Human nature, i am affraid, is too much debasd to relish those republican principles, in which the new government of the common wealth of massachusetts appears to be founded.

What is this. He

Društvo — Autor brandongrif @ 23:52
What is this. He challenged. Whats what. The official tapped the paper with a gaunt finger. Minna merivale, aged twentyfive, he read. Thats the name she went by. Unmarried read bartholomew storrs in a voice of doom. Well. In the sextons eyes gleamed an unholy savagery of satisfaction. Take her away.
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