I feel bound to add, however, that I stood alone, or almost alone, as far as I have been able to hear.

I dismiss the subject now, anxious to claim no praise, and ready to submit to the blame that may attach to my course, such as it was.

I am only desirous, that in whatever memory of me my country may preserve, the truth alone should determine the public estimation of my conduct and character.
The League met, resolutions were adopted, and speeches made that meant nothing.

New men came together, looked each other in the face, and turned away as if at the heart of each there was something with which he could not trust the other.

There was a short, feeble and false flourish, and no more.