Memoirs of Andrew Sherburne: A Pensioner of the Navy of the Revolution, Written by HimselfH. H. Brown, 1831 - 312 sider |
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... took place in Ireland during her childhood . She stated that a number of very young children were con- verted , some of whom at an early period , left the world in an extacy of joy , with strong confidence in the prospect of dwelling ...
... took place in Ireland during her childhood . She stated that a number of very young children were con- verted , some of whom at an early period , left the world in an extacy of joy , with strong confidence in the prospect of dwelling ...
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... took possession of Boston , which has been termed the " cradle of American indepen- dence . " The seizure of Boston exasperated the feel- ings of the colonists in every section of our country . I distinctly recollect the period when the ...
... took possession of Boston , which has been termed the " cradle of American indepen- dence . " The seizure of Boston exasperated the feel- ings of the colonists in every section of our country . I distinctly recollect the period when the ...
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... took and manned out a brig . On the third morning we gained sight of three ships , to which we gave chase , and called all hands to quarters . When they discovered us in chase , they huddled together , in- tending , as we supposed , to ...
... took and manned out a brig . On the third morning we gained sight of three ships , to which we gave chase , and called all hands to quarters . When they discovered us in chase , they huddled together , in- tending , as we supposed , to ...
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... took place with me . On the coast of Georgia we fell in with a ship and gave her chase . We were running toward the land , and the wind increased to such a degree that orders were given to reef the topsails . It was the business of boys ...
... took place with me . On the coast of Georgia we fell in with a ship and gave her chase . We were running toward the land , and the wind increased to such a degree that orders were given to reef the topsails . It was the business of boys ...
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... - tressing intelligence himself . On my return , Mrs. Cox took me into another apartment , and with much sympathy made known to me the matter . My readers can better He " " judge of my feelings than I can express 30 MEMOIRS OF.
... - tressing intelligence himself . On my return , Mrs. Cox took me into another apartment , and with much sympathy made known to me the matter . My readers can better He " " judge of my feelings than I can express 30 MEMOIRS OF.
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Side ii - BBOWN, of the said district, hath deposited in this office the title of a book, the right whereof he claims as author, in the words following, to wit : " Sertorius : or, the Roman Patriot.
Side 312 - Therewith bless we God, even the Father; and therewith curse we men, which are made after the similitude of God. Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.
Side 243 - Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men ! And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing.
Side 171 - Canst thou by searching find out God? canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection? It is as high as heaven; what canst thou do? deeper than hell; what canst thou know? The measure thereof is longer than the earth, and broader than the sea.
Side 312 - And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. So is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.
Side 312 - If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!
Side 147 - And Jesus said. For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind.
Side 163 - I waited patiently for the LORD ; And he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay ; And he set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings.
Side 312 - Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints, and of the household of God; And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone...
Side 161 - ... Welcome to this reviving breast, And these rejoicing eyes ! 2 The King himself comes near, And feasts his saints to-day ; Here we may sit, and see him here, And love, and praise, and pray. 3 One day, amidst the place Where my dear God hath been, Is sweeter than ten thousand days Of pleasurable sin.