It was impossible to civilize slaves.

It was contrary to the system of human nature.

There was no country placed under such disadvantageous circumstances, into which the shadow of improvement had ever been introduced.
Great pains were taken to impress the house with the propriety of regulation.

Sir Grey Cooper; Aldermen Sawbridge, Watson, and Newnham; Mr.
Marsham, and Mr.Cruger, contended strenuously for it, instead of abolition.

It was also stated that the merchants would consent to any regulation of the trade, which might be offered them.
In the course of the debate much warmth of temper was manifested on both sides.