They flattered themselves that the queen in secret favoured the pretensions of her brother; and they depended upon Bolingbroke's attachment to the same interest.

They believed the same sentiments were cherished by the nation in general.

They held private assemblies both in Great Britain and in Ireland.

They concerted measures for turning the dissensions of the kingdom to the advantage of their cause.

They even proceeded so far as to enlist men for the service of the pretender.