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George Bancroft, History of the United States from the Discovery of the American Continent, Vol. 6, 10th edition., Chapter 26: (search)
I was weak enough, very unwisely, to persist in my desire, Grafton afterwards wrote, more anxious to manifest the integrity of his intentions, than to conceal the consequences of his advice. Pitt loved to oblige those in whom he confided, and at last gave way, though much against his inclination, as well as his opinion; insisting, however, that Townshend was not to be called to the Cabinet. Grafton's Autobiography. On learning this exclusion, Townshend hesitated; but, finally, on the twenty-sixth, pleading the express commands of the King, he acquiesced. I sacrifice, said he, with cheerfulness and from principle, all that men usually pursue. Affecting to trust that this merit would be acknowledged by posterity, he pledged himself, in every measure of business and every act of life, to cultivate Pitt's confidence and esteem; and, to Grafton he said, My plan is a plan of union with your Grace; words are useless; God prosper our joint labors, and may our mutual trust, affection, an
George Bancroft, History of the United States from the Discovery of the American Continent, Vol. 6, 10th edition., Chapter XLI (search)
with his guard, and fell dead from passion or from their bayonets. Martin's History of Louisiana; Gayarreas Hist. de la Louisiane, II. 305. The official report only declares, that he did Chap XLI.} 1769. Aug. not survive the first day of bondage. Note at page 303 of Gayarreas Lectures, Third Series. The blow fell unexpectedly, and spread consternation. An amnesty for the people reserved the right of making further arrests. Provisional decrees settled the government. On the twenty-sixth and the following days, the inhabitants of New Orleans and its vicinity took the oath of allegiance to the Catholic King. Nearly two months passed in collecting evidence against the twelve selected victims. They denied the jurisdiction of the Spanish tribunal over actions done under the flag of France and during the prevalence of French laws. But the tribunal was inexorable. The estates of the twelve, who were the richest and most considerable men in the Province, were confiscated i
George Bancroft, History of the United States from the Discovery of the American Continent, Vol. 6, 10th edition., Chapter 50: (search)
t must in all probability ensue on its not being done. After much discussing they absolutely promised that when the tea arrived, they would immediately hand in proposals to be laid before the town; Attested Copy from the Selectmen's Minute book, of their conversation with some of the consignees. negotiating with dishonesty of purpose, only to gain time. But the true-hearted people were as vigilant as Chap. L.} 1773. Nov. they were determined. The men of Cambridge assembled on the twenty-sixth, and after adopting the Philadelphia Resolves, very unanimously voted, that as Boston was struggling for the liberties of their country, they could no longer stand idle spectators, but were ready on the shortest notice to join with it and other towns in any measure that might be thought proper, to deliver themselves and posterity from slavery. Votes of the Town of Cambridge, Original Papers, 231. Journal of Committee of Correspondence, VI. 480. The next day, the town of Charlestown as