By their conduct they have fully exemplified the character of their ancestors.

The moment they found they could not intimidate by threats, they became as obsequious as they had been violent.

The house of assembly passed every bill required of them, among others one authorizing the governor-general and three councillors to imprison any one without assigning a cause.

The state of the country makes such a measure highly necessary.

Sir James has been very ill, and it is supposed that he cannot long survive the fierce and frequent attacks of his disorder.