The experience of now near half a century in the middle colonies has convinced them of it among themselves; by the great increase of their settlements, numbers, buildings, improvements, agriculture, shipping, and commerce.
He reflects on the growth and improvements in the middle colonies over the past fifty years, attributing it to their experiences.
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Yet had I gone at 70, it would have cut off 12 of the most active years of my life, employed too in matters of the greatest importance; but whether I have been doing good or mischief, is for time to discover.
As it is in my power, as far as my testimony will be regarded, to refute this charge, I think it due to our friendship to do it.
To strangers he was cold and reserved; but where he was intimate, no man indulged to more pleasantry and good humour.
I wish old England were as happy in its government, but I do not see it.
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