Even a less hideous tale might have done it, for he was of a bold and ardent nature.
Riding up the forest tracks, a company of planters from the threatened neighborhood gathered together.

"Let us make a troop and take fire and sword among them!" There lacked a commander.

"Mr.Bacon, you command!" Very good; and Mr.Bacon, who is a born orator, made a speech dealing with the "grievances of the times." Very good indeed; but still there lacked the Governor's commission.

"Send a swift messenger to Jamestown for it!" The messenger went and returned.

No commission.