Finally, gentleman, from the considerations above mentioned, as I cannot consistently with my own honor, nor with utility to my country, considering the manner in which Business is transacted here, remain any longer in this chair, I now resign it. — Henry Laurens Copy Share Image
My bravery however was the effect of assurance for could I have believed the current report, I should have fled as fast as any… — Henry Laurens Copy Share Image
Finally, gentleman, from the considerations above mentioned, as I cannot consistently with my own honor, nor with utility to my country, considering the manner… — Henry Laurens Copy Share Image
I shall hold myself particularly answerable to my constituents for my present conduct, and in general to all my fellow Citizens throughout these States,… — Henry Laurens Copy Share Image
I shall have less cause to regret the carrying my intended purpose into effect, foreseeing that you may immediately fill with advantage, the vacancy… — Henry Laurens Copy Share Image
