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The Works Of The Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. IX. (of 12)

PART IX
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They will be disappointed in all the rest of their expectations which they have formed upon everything, except the merits of their cause.

The Commons will not have the melancholy unsocial glory of having acted a solitary part in a noble, but imperfect work.

What the greatest inquest of the nation has begun its highest tribunal will accomplish.

At length justice will be done to India.

It is true that your Lordships will have your full share in this great achievement; but the Commons have always considered that whatever honor is divided with you is doubled on themselves.
My Lords, I must confess, that, amidst these encouraging prospects, the Commons do not approach your bar without awe and anxiety.


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