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ed as proofs of intolerance. But, in the great conflict of parties, the devices of an apostate to deceive have but an accidental and transient interest: the unchanged Quaker, disowned by those who had cherished and advanced him, was soon left without a faction, and, tired of his posi- Chap XIX.} tion, made a true exposition of the strife by accepting an Episcopal benefice. The disturbance by Keith, creating questions as to the administration of justice, confirmed the disposition 1692 Oct. 21. of the English government to subject Pennsylvania to 1693 April 26 a royal commission; and, in April, 1693, Benjamin Fletcher, assuming power as governor for William and Mary, once more united Delaware to Pennsylvania. If no open opposition was made, yet some, who held commissions from the proprietor, withdrew at the publishing of their majesties' commission, and others Minutes, i. 360. refused to act under that power. When the house of representatives assembled, resist- May 15. anc