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Motives for moving the General Court from Boston debated
The speaker explains why he adjourned the General Court from Boston claiming town objection to complying with the King's 23d Instruction and a public town declaration against settling a salary. He criticizes rural influence and urges harmony between Council and House while justifying the adjournment as necessary for proper service to the Crown.
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