Eloquence of the United States, Volum 5E. & H. Clark, 1827 |
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Side 24
... nature with all that administers to the convenience of life , have been reduced to that contemptible state in which they now appear ; and by these , Britain- -but if I was possessed of the gift of prophecy , I dare not , except by ...
... nature with all that administers to the convenience of life , have been reduced to that contemptible state in which they now appear ; and by these , Britain- -but if I was possessed of the gift of prophecy , I dare not , except by ...
Side 25
... nature brave , and are laudably tenacious of that freedom in which they were born . From a well regulated militia , we have nothing to fear ; their interest is the same with that of the state . When a country is invaded , the militia ...
... nature brave , and are laudably tenacious of that freedom in which they were born . From a well regulated militia , we have nothing to fear ; their interest is the same with that of the state . When a country is invaded , the militia ...
Side 31
... nature , order and good government must soon arise . But tyranny , when once established , entails its curses on a nation to the latest period of time ; unless some daring genius , inspired by heaven , shall , unappalled by danger ...
... nature , order and good government must soon arise . But tyranny , when once established , entails its curses on a nation to the latest period of time ; unless some daring genius , inspired by heaven , shall , unappalled by danger ...
Side 36
... nature of mankind , as well as from constant experience , that standing armies always endanger the liberty of the subject . But when the people , on the one part , considered the army as sent to enslave them , and the army , on the 36 ...
... nature of mankind , as well as from constant experience , that standing armies always endanger the liberty of the subject . But when the people , on the one part , considered the army as sent to enslave them , and the army , on the 36 ...
Side 37
... Nature reluctant , shrinks already from the view , and the chilled blood rolls slowly backward to its foun- tain . We wildly stare about , and with amazement ask , who spread this ruin round us ? What wretch has dared deface the image ...
... Nature reluctant , shrinks already from the view , and the chilled blood rolls slowly backward to its foun- tain . We wildly stare about , and with amazement ask , who spread this ruin round us ? What wretch has dared deface the image ...
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Side 111 - The unity of government, which constitutes you one people, is also now dear to you. It is justly so, for it is a main pillar in the edifice of your real independence, the support of your tranquillity at home, your peace abroad, of your safety, of your prosperity, of that very liberty which you so highly prize.
Side 61 - But there is no peace! The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me — give me liberty, or give me death!
Side 395 - Sink or swim, live or die, survive or perish, I give my hand and my heart to this vote.
Side 398 - Sir, before God, I believe the hour is come. My judgment approves this measure, and my whole heart is in it. All that I have, and all that I am, and all that I hope, in this life, I am now ready here to stake upon it ; and I leave off as I begun, that live or die, survive or perish, I am for the Declaration.
Side 501 - HERE WAS BURIED THOMAS JEFFERSON AUTHOR OF THE DECLARATION OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE, OF THE STATUTE OF VIRGINIA FOR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM, AND FATHER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA: because by these, as testimonials that I have lived, I wish most to be remembered.
Side 119 - It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule indeed extends with more or less force to every species of free government. Who that is a sincere friend to it can look with indifference upon attempts to shake the foundation of the fabric ? Promote, then, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge.
Side 111 - The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism, more than any appellation derived from local discriminations. With slight shades of difference, you have the same religion, manners, habits, and political principles.
Side 124 - Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest. But even our commercial policy should hold an equal and impartial hand, neither seeking nor granting exclusive favors or preferences; consulting the natural course of things; diffusing and diversifying by gentle means the streams of commerce, but forcing nothing...
Side 111 - Citizens, by birth or choice, of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections. The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism more than any appellation derived from local discriminations.
Side 122 - ... of a virtuous sense of obligation, a commendable deference for public opinion, or a laudable zeal for public good, the base or foolish compliances of ambition, corruption, or infatuation. As avenues to foreign influence, in innumerable ways, such attachments are particularly alarming to the truly enlightened and independent patriot. How many opportunities do they afford to tamper with domestic factions, to practice the arts of seduction, to mislead public opinion, to influence or awe the public...