Oates, who, though his evidence were true, must, by his own account, be regarded as an infamous villain, was by every one applauded, caressed and called the savior of the nation.

He was recommended by the parliament to the king.

He was lodged in Whitehall, protected by guards, and encouraged by a pension of one thousand two hundred pounds a year.
It was not long before such bountiful encouragement brought forth new witnesses.

William Bedloe, a man, if possible, more infamous than Gates, appeared next upon the stage.

He was of very low birth, had been noted for several cheats, and even thefts; had travelled over many parts of Europe under borrowed names, and frequently passed himself for a man of quality; and had endeavored, by a variety of lies and contrivances, to prey upon the ignorant and unwary.