His connections, but more particularly his acquaintance with the first minister of state, were of more service in the promotion of it, than they, who are but little acquainted with political movements, can well appreciate.

His habits also of diligent and persevering inquiry made him master of all the knowledge that was requisite for conducting it.

His talents both in and out of parliament made him a powerful advocate in its favour.

His character, free from the usual spots of human imperfection, gave an appropriate lustre to the cause, making it look yet more lovely, and enticing others to its support.

But most of all the motive, on which he undertook it, insured its progress.