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HISTORY OF THE 
in the government of this kingdom towards them. 
In aiming however to encourage forbearance and 
kindness on the one side, I have, as a loyal and du¬ 
tiful subject, endeavoured to conciliate affection, 
and promote filial obedience on the other. If the 
colonists reflect soberly, I am persuaded they will 
perceive that, in a contest with the mother-country, 
they have nothing to gain, and every thing to lose. 
Reflections of this kind, it is hoped, may dispose to 
prutual confidence and moderation; and tend equal¬ 
ly to promote the welfare of the colonies, and the 
strength, prosperity, and glory of Great Britain! 
