Proofs of the Corruption of Gen. James Wilkinson, and of His Connexion with Aaron Burr, with Ad Full Refutation of His Slanderous Allegations in Relation to the Character of the Principal Witness Against HimW. Hall, jun. & G. W. Pierie, printers, 1809 - 150 من الصفحات |
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... suppose the other proof more conclusive than it is ; but unless I greatly err , there will be no occasion to recur to my own testimony to establish his guilt . Much of the evidence now offered has already appeared before the public ...
... suppose the other proof more conclusive than it is ; but unless I greatly err , there will be no occasion to recur to my own testimony to establish his guilt . Much of the evidence now offered has already appeared before the public ...
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... suppose in English means that he was a bankrupt , and that being afraid of his credi- tors in Kentucky , he went down the Mississippi to seek his fortune and avoid their suits . It is clear , then , from these circumstances , that ...
... suppose in English means that he was a bankrupt , and that being afraid of his credi- tors in Kentucky , he went down the Mississippi to seek his fortune and avoid their suits . It is clear , then , from these circumstances , that ...
الصفحة 55
... that he staid some days , and that he had several conferences with him . It is impossible not to suppose that in those conferences he complied with the instructions given by his supe- rior , and that he had made the proposition which 55.
... that he staid some days , and that he had several conferences with him . It is impossible not to suppose that in those conferences he complied with the instructions given by his supe- rior , and that he had made the proposition which 55.
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... suppose must have received the whole sum and af- terwards divided it with Owens , as the two together form a sum upwards of 11,000 dollars , as stated in my position . If I were now to make a new de- claration , or if I am ever called ...
... suppose must have received the whole sum and af- terwards divided it with Owens , as the two together form a sum upwards of 11,000 dollars , as stated in my position . If I were now to make a new de- claration , or if I am ever called ...
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... suppose , that none had been laid before them ) of the general's having received a pen- sion or money for corrupt purposes from the Spanish government . It is extraordinary , however , that none of the documents presented to the court ...
... suppose , that none had been laid before them ) of the general's having received a pen- sion or money for corrupt purposes from the Spanish government . It is extraordinary , however , that none of the documents presented to the court ...
عبارات ومصطلحات مألوفة
Aaron Burr accusation affidavit agent ANDREW ELLICOTT answer appears army Arnold assertion Baron de Carondelet Bellechasse Burr's capt cargo certificate character charge circumstances Collins colonel Burr command communication confession confidence confidential connexion copy correspondence corruption court Cruz cypher Daniel Clark dated declaration defence deposition disclosure documents dollars doubt duced duty Ellicott endeavoured evidence fact favour force general's give governor Claiborne governor Gayoso Grand Sachem guilt honour induced innocence inquiry James Wilkinson ject Jonathan Arnold Kentucky kinson knew knowledge letter Loftus's Heights Louisiana means ment mentioned Missisippi Natchez neral never New-Madrid New-Orleans nish Nolan officers Ohio Orleans paper payment pension person Philip Nolan Portell Power President proof proved racter receipt received refer says sent shew Spaniards Spanish government subject of Spain suspicions territory testimony tion tobacco transaction treach treachery treason vernment vessel Wilkin Wilkinson witnesses
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الصفحة 125 - Burr will proceed westward 1st August, never to return. With him goes his daughter; the husband will follow in October, with a corps of worthies. Send forthwith an intelligent and confidential friend with whom Burr may confer; he shall return immediately with further interesting details; this is essential to concert and harmony of movement.
الصفحة 126 - The people of the country to which we are going are prepared to receive us ; their agents, now with Burr, say that if we will protect their religion, and will not subject them to a foreign Power...
الصفحة 126 - He is a man of inviolable honor and perfect discretion; formed to execute rather than project; capable of relating facts with fidelity, and incapable of relating them otherwise. He is thoroughly informed of the plans and intentions of Burr, and will disclose to you as far as you inquire, and no further. He has imbibed a reverence for your character, and may be embarrassed in your presence. Put him at ease, and he will satisfy you.
الصفحة 119 - This will be delivered to you by Colonel Burr," began the general's introductory note,8 "whose worth you know well how to estimate. If the persecutions of a great and honorable man, can give title to generous attentions, he has claims to all your civilities, and all your services. You cannot oblige me more than by such conduct; and I pledge my life to you, it will not be misapplied. To him I refer you for many things improper to letter, and which he will not say to any other.
الصفحة 126 - December, there to meet you ; there to determine whether it will be expedient in the first instance to seize on or pass by Baton Rouge.
الصفحة 125 - ... ready to join, and final orders are given to my friends and followers. It will be a host of choice spirits. Wilkinson shall be second to Burr only; Wilkinson shall dictate the rank and promotion of his officers.
الصفحة 120 - May 28th, 1805, 11 o'clock, and contains these expressions : 4 1 was to have introduced my friend Burr to you, but in this I failed by accident. He understands your merits, and reckons on you. Repair to me and I will tell you all. We must have a peep at the unknown world beyond me.
الصفحة 126 - The people of the country to which we are going, are prepared to receive us : their agents now with Burr say, that if we will protect their religion and will not subject them to a foreign power, that in three weeks all will be settled.