They were proud of the position and prosperity he had won for himself.

They fawned upon him, and when, at last, he told them that it was too late--that he had purchased and furnished a home for himself in the city--they called a public meeting, and, after a dozen regretful and complimentary speeches, from clergy and laity, resolved: "1st.

That we have learned with profound regret that our distinguished fellow-citizen, ROBERT BELCHER, Esq., is about to remove his residence from among us, and to become a citizen of the commercial emporium of our country.
"2d.

That we recognize in him a gentleman of great business enterprise, of generous instincts, of remarkable public spirit, and a personal illustration of the beneficent influence of freedom and of free democratic institutions.
"3d.

That the citizens of Sevenoaks will ever hold in kindly remembrance a gentleman who has been identified with the growth and importance of their beloved village, and that they shall follow him to his new home with heartiest good wishes and prayers for his welfare.
"4th.