He said he would be happy to aid us in any way--but added, that in all details of a practical kind, and in all matters of fact, the planters were the best witnesses, for they were the conductors of the present system.

We were glad to obtain the endorsement of an influential proprietor to the testimony of practical planters.
DINNER AT THE GOVERNOR'S.
On the following day having received a very courteous invitation[A] from the governor, to dine at the government house, we made our arrangements to do so.

The Hon.

Paul Horsford, a member of the council, called during the day, to say, that he expected to dine with us at the government house and that he would be happy to call for us at the appointed hour, and conduct us thither.

At six o'clock Mr.H.'s carriage drove up to our door, and we accompanied him to the governor's, where we were introduced to Col.