She declared her attachment to the church; she promised her protection to the dissenters; and received the compliments of all her subjects with such affability as ensured their affection.
THE ENGAGEMENTS OF HER PREDECESSOR WITH HIS ALLIES FULFILLED.
William's death was no sooner known at the Hague, than all Holland was filled with consternation.

The states immediately assembled, and for some time gazed at each other in silent fear and astonishment.

They sighed, wept, and interchanged embraces and vows that they would act with unanimity, and expend their clearest blood in defence of their country.

Then they despatched letters to the cities and provinces, informing them of this unfortunate event, and exhorting them to union and perseverance.

The express from England having brought the queen's speech to her privy-council, it was translated and published to revive the drooping spirits of the people.