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Philip Yorke (search for this): chapter 30
e last century and the first quarter of the present. Four examples of these sketches are given:— Lord Hardwicke. Perhaps this is the greatest name after Lord Bacon in the English Chancery. He was born at Dover, 1690, and was called to the bar, 1715. At the age of twenty-nine, in 1720, he became Solicitor-General; in 1724, Attorney-General; in 1733, Chief Justice of the King's Bench, as successor to Lord Raymond; in 1737, Chancellor, with the title of Baron Hardwicke (his name was Philip Yorke); in 1754 he was created Earl of Hardwicke. He resigned his high office in 1756, and died in 1764. His influence in the House of Lords is said to have been greater than that of any other person in the kingdom. But it is as a great magistrate that he commands the homage of the bar. It is said that, during the twenty years that he presided in Chancery, three only of his judgments were appealed from, and those were afterwards confirmed in the House of Lords. Mr. Charles Buller has given a
William Wordsworth (search for this): chapter 30
d Felton, that I had not a moment of grace to converse with you. Do you remember that Dryden in his fables has translated several of the tales of Boccaccio? Sigismonda and Guiscardo,—Theodore and Honoria,—and Cymon and Iphigenia. Of these Wordsworth says, in a letter to Scott, I think his translations from Boccaccio are the best, at least the most poetical, of his poems. He has altered Boccaccio's names. One that is particularly admired as a noble poem, by Wordsworth, is Theodore and HonWordsworth, is Theodore and Honoria. You will find their character considered by Scott in his Life of Dryden. I cannot tell whether these ought to find a place in your translations. The sun shines cheerily upon my going. I depart in search of health. To this I have descended. Dr. Jackson still insists that my condition is very serious, and commends me to great care of myself. Perhaps he is right, and my future life to be that of a halting invalid. At the thought of this—not at the idea of death, for of this I am care<
Henry A. Wise (search for this): chapter 30
brightened; and I hope, for the honor of the land, that he may be chosen, and that we may be ruled again wisely, magnanimously, without selfishness and vulgarity. Wise Henry A. Wise, afterwards Governor of Virginia. has made a parting address to his constituents, for which I pardon his past sins, manifold. It is a pathetic apHenry A. Wise, afterwards Governor of Virginia. has made a parting address to his constituents, for which I pardon his past sins, manifold. It is a pathetic appeal in the cause of free schools. I see by the papers that I have been elected a corresponding member of the New York Historical Society. I believe I wrote you that I had been made a member of the Antiquarian Society, American Antiquarian Society, established at Worcester, Mass. and one of the three on the Publishing Commitrt article on a curiosity in jurisprudence, The Number Seven.—the effusion of a couple of evenings,—which I trust may amuse you. I join with you in esteeming Wise's farewell address. It shows the want in his own case of some of that culture which he commends; but it is able, clear, and novel in its mode of presenting the im
Johnny Williams (search for this): chapter 30
as illustrated by his genius and learning, is affectionately inscribed by Charles Sumner. The Judge wrote to him, May 28: I am rejoiced to have my name united with yours in this manner, so that the public may know how long and intimate our friendship has been, and that we may swim down the stream of time together. . And, in reference to a remark of Sumner which disparaged an editor's labors, lie added: Next to a good reporter I hold a good annotator. What were Saunders now worth but for Williams's notes? What were Coke on Littleton but for Hargrave and Butler? The Law Reporter, in announcing the edition, said: May, 1844, Vol. VII. pp. 57, 58. The publishers have secured the valuable editorial services of Charles Sumner, Esq., whose distinguished professional reputation is a sufficient assurance that the department of the work intrusted to his hands — the addition of the American cases and the recent English decisions–will be performed in a manner worthy of the high charact
William Whiting (search for this): chapter 30
ed the alternations of his disease; and he was touched by the affectionate interest which had been shown in him. Many called at his mother's door whom he was too ill to see. Hillard, Felton, Longfellow, and Prescott were admitted when others were denied. Theophilus Parsons and the brothers Chandler were constant in their inquiries. Bancroft enlivened the sick-chamber with his conversation, always cheery and sparkling. Macready, who knew him as a steadfast friend, sought his bedside. William Whiting offered his services as watcher. J. J. Dixwell sent daily his carriage as soon as he was able to ride. Richard Fletcher sent a basket of grapes; William Story a brace of woodcock; and the family of George B. Emerson remembered him with similar tokens of regard. The Waterstons sent books, and invited him to the Quincy mansion, where the bracing airs of land and sea might hasten recovery. Similar invitations came from John Jay, at Bedford, N. Y.; Theodore Sedgwick, in New York; Samuel
Charles S. Wheeler (search for this): chapter 30
willing heart. Give him my love. He must report his arrival. Ever very sincerely yours, Charles Sumner. To Professor Mittermaier, Heidelberg. Boston, Feb. 1, 1844. my dear friend,—I have now before me your very kind letter of Nov. 17, written in French. You promise that your next favor shall be in English. I wonder that you have been able to obtain such command of our language, to write it with such fluency and correctness. What is the mystery of this? The death of poor Wheeler brought great grief to his family and his friends. We can hardly believe that his sunny countenance and his great attainments have been removed from us. The favorable opinion which you expressed with regard to him has helped to console many of his friends. I have been pained to hear of your illness, and especially that Madame Mittermaier is not so well as when I had the pleasure of seeing her. It gave me great joy to hear of the happiness of the rest of your family. I have already de
Fletcher Webster (search for this): chapter 30
resentative of the Whig party; more even than Webster, who was his superior in intellectual power. re large and ennobling. His enthusiasm for Mr. Webster as an orator and as the author of diplomaticcord with him, Sumner stated with emphasis Mr. Webster's limitations, protesting against the doctrThis service was rendered at the request of Mr. Webster and Mr. Choate, the counsel of Massachusett among themselves. The feud between Clay and Webster cannot be healed. Delirant reges. Van Buren'eace. The death of Upshur may make way for Webster, though he had already sold his furniture andMr. Choate had intended to resign, hoping for Webster. as his successor; but it was found, on canv of the legislature, that they would not send Webster. I think they made a great mistake, for the e other party. The junction between Clay and Webster strengthens the Whig cause. I cannot doubt tle. Last week I dined out twice,—once with Mr. Webster, to enjoy a turbot (a tribute to him from E
Robert C. Waterston (search for this): chapter 30
ing ever published—will appear. Ever thine, Chas. To Rev. Robert C. Waterston. Hancock Street, Saturday Evening [1844]. my dear WateWaterston,—I have delayed in acknowledging your kindness in sending me your Thursday Lecture Mr. Waterston gave in this discourse, delivered DMr. Waterston gave in this discourse, delivered Dec. 14, 1843, a history of the Thursday Lecture. and address on Pauperism, Delivered Feb. 4, 1844. because I wished to enjoy them before rthen. Farewell. Ever affectionately yours, C. S. To Mrs. Robert C. Waterston. Hancock Street, Aug. 24, 1844. my dear Mrs. WaterstonMrs. Waterston,—I have delayed thus long in acknowledging your most valued note of kindness and hospitality, that I might express to you, with my own hand, which enfolds the woody hills of Berkshire. Believe me, dear Mrs. Waterston, though this note comes so tardily, truly grateful for your kindness, and most sincerely yours, Charles Sumner. To Mr. Waterston he wrote, Aug. 25, 1844:— Your books have been a rich mine, in
Samuel G. Ward (search for this): chapter 30
courtesies he received, was George N. Briggs, then Governor of the State. Mr. Newton, a retired merchant, lent him a horse; and, well-mounted, he enjoyed keenly the lovely landscapes of Western Massachusetts. While at Lenox as the guest of Samuel G. Ward, he drove to Stockbridge and passed the day at Charles Sedgwick's, Charles Sedgwick was clerk of the courts of Berkshire. He died in 1856, at the age of sixty-four. His father, Judge Sedgwick, who died in 1813, had three other sons,—Theoed myself with calling on some fair acquaintances, a short walk about town, and a drive of eight miles with my hosts. I feel increasing strength; my pulse to-night is eighty-eight! To-morrow I move to Lenox, where I sojourn with Ward, Samuel G. Ward, of the house of Baring Brothers. and count much upon the readings of Shakspeare, the conversation and society of Fanny Kemble, who has promised to ride with me, and introduce me to the beautiful lanes and wild paths of these mountains. She
Samuel Ward (search for this): chapter 30
sea might hasten recovery. Similar invitations came from John Jay, at Bedford, N. Y.; Theodore Sedgwick, in New York; Samuel Ward, on Staten Island; and Mr. Daveis, at Portland. From England came the tender messages of Ingham and Morpeth, and from 10, 1844. my dear Hillard,—. . . On Saturday, Edward Austin drove me in an open buggy to Lenox, where we dined with Sam. Ward. He jolted us in his wagon to view the farms,—one of which he covets; afterwards, we looked on while, in a field not fMy hosts, who remember your visit with evident pleasure, leave Pittsfield on Friday morning. I shall go to Lenox, where Mrs. Ward welcomes me, and Mrs. Butler promises to read to me and ride with me; then to Stockbridge, back to Lenox, then to Newpohosts. I feel increasing strength; my pulse to-night is eighty-eight! To-morrow I move to Lenox, where I sojourn with Ward, Samuel G. Ward, of the house of Baring Brothers. and count much upon the readings of Shakspeare, the conversation and
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