shrine of the public good. I had previously endeavored to purge the hive; but the worms had so artfully webed themselves in, that nothing short of fire and brimstone would drive them. I let them have it abundantly; and such a buzz you cannot imagine. They are like bees without a legitimate king. They, however, seem to have one, vain enough to suppose his length and spruce appearance would justify his induction to the chair. I think myself that he has vanity enough to prompt him to be a king; but believe he will find himself nothing but a drone. They are trying to rally, but without proper co-operation, they can do no serious injury. I well knew it was not in my power to adjourn them, without their consent, and at the same time, knew they could not break me. I was compelled to cripple, and I have done it, and for which I am answerable to my peers, in convention. They have profered their charges, and I am ready and willing to plead to them. Their conduct was criminal; and I could no longer stand it. They had every thing combined against me, men, means and a damned corrupt council. I was entirely alone; not a friend about me. I was compelled to take a broad stand, and bluff the whole. I expected to be mobed; but have not been yet. I hope you will not let them succeed in the election. If you are not cautious, they will suceed against you. Give my respects to major Ward; and let me hear from you. I am, in haste, your friend, as ever, Henry Smith. [To W. G. Hill) [ 1976] [THORNTON to WILLIAMS] Goliad Jany 1836 Received of Sarni. Williams thirteen kegs of Powder & 1 bag Box & Pig of head he Williams paying the freight for the same in cash.
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