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| 例句 | But, despite some abstruse Jamesianisms like “instauration,” “peculation,” “invigilator,” and — my favorite — an “inspissatedly expressed and barely scrutable conjecture,” he tempers his stylistic mimicry to appeal to modern tastes, with shorter paragraphs and heightened urgency. 'Mrs. Osmond' takes up where Henry James' 'Portrait of a Lady' left off but falls a bit short 2017-11-03T04:00:00Z “He might pervert his administration into a scheme of peculation or oppression,” he said, according to the minutes. Splintered US moves to subject Trump to ‘profound disgrace’ 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z Professor Turley: In the end, the framers would reject various prior standards including “corruption,” “obtaining office by improper means,” betraying his trust to a foreign power, “negligence,” “perfidy,” “peculation” and “oppression.” Key Excerpts From Legal Scholars’ Arguments on Impeachment 2019-12-04T05:00:00Z “He might pervert his administration into a scheme of peculation or oppression. He might betray his trust to foreign powers.” The Invention—and Reinvention—of Impeachment 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z So far Mr. Wynn had discovered defalcations amounting to nearly £20,000, though the bottom of the peculation had not yet been reached. The Cambrian Sketch-Book Tales, Scenes, and Legends of Wild Wales 2012-04-27T02:00:33.040Z It is indisputable, even on Pepys' own showing, that peculation, bribery, and corruption were the causes of the neglect from which the fleet had suffered. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z He was freely accused of looting at the time, and though this charge, like that of peculation, is matter for controversy, it is very strongly supported. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 5 "Hinduism" to "Home, Earls of" 2012-03-25T02:00:05.717Z The money went into the pockets of the Admiralty clerks and paymasters, who thrived on wholesale and shameless peculation. The Portsmouth Road and Its Tributaries To-Day and in Days of Old 2012-03-25T02:00:04.800Z The Cardinal discovered the peculation, yet failed to trace it to its source; but when Guzman was rifling the chest on a second occasion his Eminence entered and caught him in the act. Legends & Romances of Spain 2012-01-10T03:00:18.593Z The whole city was concerned in these peculations, consequently the utmost fear and apprehension existed on all sides; and Bustamante, hated as well as dreaded, was compelled to enforce his reforms single-handed. A History of the Philippines 2011-12-12T03:00:36.870Z Some consolation he may have found in the fact that Sandwich did nothing all the summer, and, on his return, fell under a cloud on charges of peculation. Rupert Prince Palatine 2012-04-13T02:00:20.660Z La Roche seems to have been guilty of peculation while in the Danish service, but the accusation of treason seems to have been unfounded. Memoirs of Leonora Christina Daughter of Christian IV. of Denmark; Written During Her Imprisonment in the Blue Tower at Copenhagen 1663-1685 2011-11-26T03:00:13.823Z Yet some Senators have been detected in peculations, and have been punished. De Re Metallica, Translated from the First Latin Edition of 1556 2011-11-16T03:00:21.977Z He was involved in the trial of Fouquet, and in April 1663 was condemned to death for peculation and embezzlement of public funds; but escaping, was executed in effigy. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 3 "Gordon, Lord George" to "Grasses" 2011-11-13T03:00:13.177Z The magistracy had been acquiring more and more the character of an oligarchy; all power was practically in the hands of a few closely-related families; and the gravest peculation and malversation took place without hindrance. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 1 "Franciscans" to "French Language" 2011-10-22T02:00:29.487Z Still it had been utterly impossible for ministers to carry on such a ruinous system of peculation and crime, if they had not contrived the corruption of the people's representatives. Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the Third to the Death of George the Fourth, Volume II (of 2) Including, Among Other Important Matters, Full Particulars of the Mysterious Death of the Princess Charlotte 2011-10-01T02:00:34.837Z There are no references to his flight or to his peculations. The Expositor's Bible: Colossians and Philemon 2011-09-09T02:01:07.157Z But as the town officials were suspected of sundry peculations, the new system was regarded as somewhat of an improvement. Caybigan 2011-08-31T02:01:21.780Z We have to point out still several other kinds of theft: for example, theft at gambling or cheating; theft of public moneys or peculation, etc. Elements of Morals With Special Application of the Moral Law to the Duties of the Individual and of Society and the State 2011-08-10T02:00:16.913Z He was always ready to condemn peculation on such a scale as this. The Life of a Celebrated Buccaneer A Page of Past History for the Use of the Children of To-day 2011-07-06T02:00:45.180Z The two grand obstacles which, in our opinion, impede the accomplishment of useful works in Russia, consist in the self-sufficient incapacity of the ministry of finance, and in the peculation of the functionaries. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z It decreed that functionaries or contractors guilty of peculation or theft should be punished with death. History of the Commune of 1871 2011-05-07T02:00:33.113Z In the matter of the drawing from Chaucer, he had gone a step further down the steep slope of peculation. William Blake A Critical Essay 2011-05-04T02:00:18.110Z As nothing is open enough for the quick and easy detection of peculation or fraud, so nothing is open enough for the due vindication and acknowledgment of honesty. Congressional Government A Study in American Politics 2011-04-15T02:00:18.863Z Perquisites and peculation, they declared, were almost things of the past, and they added that all this was strictly against the interests of trade, and was not according to precedent. The Life of a Celebrated Buccaneer A Page of Past History for the Use of the Children of To-day 2011-07-06T02:00:45.180Z The vessels are generally built of worthless materials, and there is no kind of peculation but is practised in their construction. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z He viewed the very peculations around him as vested rights, and the most he could pledge himself to was, that when the present race died out he would not appoint any successors. The Knight Of Gwynne, Vol. I (of II) 2011-04-04T02:00:09.197Z Aulus Gellius cites, as equally distinguished for its eloquence and energy, a passage in his speech on the division of spoil among the soldiery, in which he complains of their unpunished peculation and licentiousness. History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II 2011-04-03T02:00:18.677Z And thus it is, that in such situations, inferior agents also, induced by example, become insensibly reconciled to every species of fraud, embezzlement, and peculation. A Treatise on the Police of the Metropolis Containing a Detail of the Various Crimes and Misdemeanors by which Public and Private Property and Security are, at Present, Injured and Endangered: and Suggesting Remedies for their Prevention 2011-03-23T02:00:17.353Z And, with that, as a matter of course, we enter upon the most reckless peculations. My Little Boy 2011-03-12T03:00:27.087Z They were resumed under Nicholas with new ardour, but the government was soon discouraged by the enormous cost, and, above all, by the peculations of its servants. Travels in the Steppes of the Caspian Sea, the Crimea, the Caucasus, &c. 2011-06-25T02:00:14.203Z What is called human government is usurpation, imposture, demagoguism, peculation, swindling, and tyranny, more or less, according to circumstances, and to the intellectual and moral condition of the people. Cannibals all! or, Slaves without masters 2011-03-06T03:00:21.020Z It then came out that he had been for months in secret association with a gambler, and that the two shared together their spoils and peculations. Strive and Thrive or, Stories for the Example and Encouragement of the Young 2011-02-07T03:00:25.547Z The charge of peculation seems to have made no impression on the mind of a prince who would not have been slow to suspect, had there been any ground for suspicion. History of The Reign of Philip The Second King of Spain Volume The Third and Biographical & Critical Miscellanies Adams afterwards described very concisely the situation, and how he, with the others, was compelled to connive at peculations under the absurd system. The True Benjamin Franklin After various delays and much peculation, the residue of his fortune, together with his will, was transmitted home, and I found myself, as my father's heir-male, entitled to upwards of �10,000. Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 10 A charge of peculation, unproved, was made against him in connexion with this expedition and he was placed on half-pay. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 3 "Apollodorus" to "Aral" It was stated that the official is cruelly paid for his labour, and M. Michelet further hints, that peculation is but too often the grievous consequence. Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 368, June 1846 I should like first to know rather more about these alleged peculations and this apparent flight, and whether Mrs. Royle's in it all. Witching Hill He was one of the superintendents of the commissary and quarter masters' department and did much towards correcting abuses and checking peculation. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution Santiago, piqued because he had spent so much time away from that place, took the initiative in demanding a judicial investigation of his conduct, charging him with venality and peculations. The History of Cuba, vol. 1 I said, more to sound him than for information, for this was one of the most favoured forms of peculation in the colonies. The Span o' Life A Tale of Louisbourg & Quebec He was accused by his enemies of peculation, and condemned on the 10th of February 1541 to a fine of 1,500,000 livres, to banishment, and to the confiscation of his estates. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 7 "Cerargyrite" to "Charing Cross" The inhabitants of this Thibetian village are remarkable for their peculations, robbing every Mongol or other caravan that comes to the place, in the most shameful manner. Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China During the years 1844-5-6 Volume 2 Fraudulent contractors quailed before his scrutiny—speculations and peculations on government were often paralyzed by his torpedo touch. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution He farmed the whole revenues of France, and at one stroke annihilated the peculation of receivers-general, and secured the revenue of the nation. Sir Jasper Carew His Life and Experience Accused of peculation, he was threatened with imprisonment unless he paid a fine of 100,000 pieces of gold. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" He was charged with peculation and with practising polygamy, and was deposed, with the assent of his own wife and son. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 6 "Dodwell" to "Drama" They had been described to me in all parts of the island as inflammable centres of peculation and mismanagement. The English in the West Indies or, The Bow of Ulysses The passing events of the present exciting era are fruitful with demonstrations of the baneful effects of intrigue, peculation, political fanaticism and disunion. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution There elaborated a system of peculation, by which every branch of the public service was laid under tribute to enrich himself and his creatures, helping thereby to bring about the final loss of the colony. The Makers of Canada: Index and Dictionary of Canadian History But when he declined even under torture to confess that he had been guilty of extensive peculation, he was finally released. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 1 "Calhoun" to "Camoens" A new field for the activity of the praetors arose from the establishment of special jury courts for the trial of cases of bribery, treason, fraud, peculation, assassination and assault with violence. A History of Rome to 565 A. D. Of course, in a room where one or two millions of dollars are handled daily, rigid discipline is required to prevent loss through carelessness or peculation. The Galaxy, May, 1877 Vol. XXIII.—May, 1877.—No. 5. He took a bold stand against the corruptions of the proprietary government and strongly advocated an alteration of the charter that peculation might be diminished and abuses corrected. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution Officials have been needlessly multiplied, jobs have been created, peculation is common, and millions have been squandered on contracts made with hungry partisans. The Galaxy, April, 1877 Vol. XXIII.—April, 1877.—No. 4. To these general charges of delinquency the duchess added others, of a more vulgar peculation. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 Though at first ashamed to receive them, he soon came to devising plans with her for more extensive peculations, having found means of disposing of them through Schlunkel's intervention. Black Forest Village Stories The court, however, soon missed her talents and energy; Alexius himself was not equal to the ordinary duties of his office; the courtiers were unrestrained in their peculations, and nowhere was there a restraining hand. Women of Early Christianity It is at such times that peculation stalks abroad at noon day with hideous form and unblushing impudence. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution His peculations had been confined wholly to the one quarter whence he had had every reason to anticipate neither protest nor exposure. The Destroying Angel In her extremity she sent for the president Viglius, on whose head she had poured out so many anathemas in her correspondence with Philip,—whom she had not hesitated to charge with the grossest peculation. History of the Reign of Philip the Second, King of Spain, Vols. 1 and 2 They have no compunction about robbing their government by peculation, but treachery is not their m�tier. Command And the cook will, in all likelihood, be a wizened, yellow little man, smelling of "arrack," and much given to peculation. Belford's Magazine, Vol 2, December 1888 They will not seek office but we should be careful to seek them and cleanse the temple of our Liberty from political peculation and venality. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution In every department he discovers jobbery, waste and peculation. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 6, Slice 4 "Cincinnatus" to "Cleruchy" Savannah is under fire; that will teach Osbourne to skulk in cities instead of going to the front with the poor devils whom he butchers by his ignorance and starves with his peculations. The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. XXII (of 25) Juvenilia and Other Papers It doesn't matter, for Signore Hank is dead now, his long life of ingenious peculation is over, and the good and the ill of it, we'll hope, have balanced, anyway. Aliens This peculation was chiefly caused by the officials engaging in trade; by which they made vast profits while the State suffered. Rulers of India: Albuquerque Speculation and peculation had rolled their dark waves over the public business of the nation—to do justice to all who presented claims was a problematical matter. Sages and Heroes of the American Revolution With this despatch there came also to Florian, as commandant, a warrant to arrest Cazeneau, the late commandant, on certain charges of fraud, peculation, and malversation in office, under the late ministry. The Lily and the Cross A Tale of Acadia “His father made good his peculations and hushed the matter all up, and then they sent him out west to a cattle ranch.” The Fate of Felix Brand It was known at the time that the property transferred by her father rather more than covered the amount of her brother's—peculation. The Story of a New York House Complaints came yearly from India of the oppression and the peculation of the Portuguese officials in the East. Rulers of India: Albuquerque It may be said that the most valuable part of a naval officer’s income in Russia is derived from the peculation of government stores. The International Spy Being the Secret History of the Russo-Japanese War Innumerable stories are told of the peculations of these "light-fingered gentry," but one of the best of the boodle is a story we are now about to dress up and trot out, for your diversion. The Humors of Falconbridge A Collection of Humorous and Every Day Scenes For a week the all but naked savages overran the little settlement, their animal curiosity almost driving the French to distraction, and their casual peculations causing much annoyance. Old Quebec The Fortress of New France Its results in the failure of people not directly involved, were greater than could have been expected; and the sum of his peculations mounted under investigation. The Quality of Mercy They could not forget Joseph, but they heartily forgave William for his brother's sins, and they vowed they would not have missed the fun for three times the amount of Joseph's little peculations. The Harmsworth Magazine, v. 1, 1898-1899, No. 2 A striking instance of their peculation appeared in a circumstance that was connected with the British Embassy. Travels in China, Containing Descriptions, Observations, and Comparisons, Made and Collected in the Course of a Short Residence at the Imperial Palace of Yuen-Min-Yuen, and on a Subsequent Journey through the Country from Pekin to Canton Scotty, on lookout one night, told him this in a burst of confidence that also included a confession of his peculation. The Boy Scouts Book of Stories Though the late war did produce, as I suppose all wars do, peculation, most of it was discovered and the punishment of the culprits was sharp and decisive. The Empire of the East There were only men at the dinner, and the talk at first ran chiefly to question of a sufficient incentive for Northwick's peculations; its absence was the fact which all concurred in owning. The Quality of Mercy For a hundred years that has been an almost unbroken record of fraud and peculation. The Battle with the Slum The thing must assuredly lead to dispute, born of peculation, and fighting must be the inevitable result. In the Tail of the Peacock Heemskerk's second wife was so dishonest that her husband was obliged to go about excusing her peculations. Holland, v. 1 (of 2) From the beginning of your peculation of the public money, till the moment when, the prisoners say, you were in Mardonius’s camp, all is known to us. A Victor of Salamis He introduced system and honesty, where before there had been only disorder and peculation. A Tour of the Missions Observations and Conclusions He was also accused of peculation in complicity with Phidias. Ancient States and Empires Mr. Dalton soon had his business re-established, and found that after all his losses by Mason's peculations were not very heavy since the time he was supposed to have been found dead. The Bradys Beyond Their Depth The Great Swamp Mystery Greed, peculation, and lawless violence, had ample and undisputed opportunity to despoil the national glory and corrupt the heart of the national life. John the Baptist The financiers who farmed the indirect taxes made enormous fortunes out of the taxpayers; fraud and peculation were common; the provinces were in a state of wretchedness. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 11 He was tried for peculation, but the prosecution ceased when Friedrich Grävenitz consented to deliver up Welzheim to his Highness the Duke, and to pay a fine of fifty-six thousand gulden. A German Pompadour Being the Extraordinary History of Wilhelmine van Grävenitz, Landhofmeisterin of Wirtemberg The Julian law had also narrowed down the scope of abuses and peculations. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to Prose, Vol. VIII (of X) - Continental Europe II. Torreno is the ablest man, but he has injured his character by peculation. The Greville Memoirs A Journal of the Reigns of King George IV and King William IV, Vol. I The dark side was one of extortion and robbery, in which the favorite of the czar out-did in peculation all the other officials of the realm. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Another Englishman, who has been farming in Norway for several years, and who employs about forty labourers, has been obliged to procure Swedes, on account of the peculations of native hands. Northern Travel Summer and Winter Pictures of Sweden, Denmark and Lapland Had he not shared in the benefits of her peculations? A German Pompadour Being the Extraordinary History of Wilhelmine van Grävenitz, Landhofmeisterin of Wirtemberg Of honour or the finer sentiments of mankind he knew nothing; and he turned without a shock from guiding Europe and winning great victories to heap up a matchless fortune by peculation and greed. History of the English People, Volume VII The Revolution, 1683-1760; Modern England, 1760-1767 It was recognized, however, that under the new dominion his opportunities for peculation at the expense of the public would be few and far between. A Son of the Immortals The most they ventured to do was to draw up a statement of his peculations and lay the paper on the table at the czar's seat. Historic Tales, Vol. 8 (of 15) The Romance of Reality He was unable to publish documents in his own defence, while Fitzwilliam crowned his indiscretions by writing two lengthy letters charging the Cabinet with breach of faith and Beresford with peculation. William Pitt and the Great War She replied that if his Highness's presents were accounted to her as peculation, she had been guilty. A German Pompadour Being the Extraordinary History of Wilhelmine van Grävenitz, Landhofmeisterin of Wirtemberg Marlborough was dismissed from his command, charged with peculation, and condemned as guilty by a vote of the House of Commons. History of the English People, Volume VII The Revolution, 1683-1760; Modern England, 1760-1767 Maladministration and peculation of public moneys go hand-in-hand, without any vigorous measures being adopted to put a stop to the scandal. The War in South Africa Its Cause and Conduct They, indignant, accused the Jesuits, as a body, of peculation and fraud, and demanded repayment from the order. A Modern History, From the Time of Luther to the Fall of Napoleon For the Use of Schools and Colleges They were, indeed, accused of peculation; but specific charges were generally rebutted, and can now only be noticed as a rumour, and dismissed as detraction. The History of Tasmania, Volume I Of course this meant if his peculations remained undiscovered. The Telegraph Boy "Fraud, injustice, oppression, peculation, engendered in India, are crimes of the same blood, family, and caste, with those that are born and bred in England." A History of the Four Georges and of William IV, Volume III The Comandante had gambled enough for that day; and but for a little peculation which he enjoyed upon the mining “derechos,” and other little customs dues, he would have felt his losses still more severely. The White Chief A Legend of Northern Mexico This, then, was one of the results of such peculation. A Chinese Command A Story of Adventure in Eastern Seas Those who lost their appointments furnished the material of libels: reported the peculations and duplicity of their late colleagues, and often became distinguished for their patriotism. The History of Tasmania, Volume I The sympathies of man cast penal science to the winds, and scorn to preserve the inexorable temper of legal vengeance, to save the rich from peculation, by the moral immolation of infant robbers. The History of Tasmania , Volume II But for the peculations by Government officials from the highest circles downwards, the inhabitants of the Colony would doubtless have been a million or so richer per annum. The Philippine Islands The whole system of government tended to peculation and jobbery—to the enrichment of worthless officials. Canada You will remember that I told you the mandarins were filling their pockets at the expense of their country; and there is no telling how far their peculations may have extended. A Chinese Command A Story of Adventure in Eastern Seas Dr. Bromley had been subject to the daily peculation of servants, and robbed of cash and plate, to the value of £500, at once. The History of Tasmania, Volume I The waste and peculation of the late reign had been put an end to; and the embarrassments of the treasury were not of her creation. The Reign of Mary Tudor That would show the other employés what would be their fate if they were caught in similar peculations. The Expressman and the Detective The opportunities which this grant afforded for peculation and plunder were too tempting to be resisted. The Story of the Upper Canada Rebellion What could Mr Home and all his spirits tell us of peculation, theft, subornation, bigotry, and oppression, that the least observant traveller has not brought home with him? Cornelius O'Dowd Upon Men And Women And Other Things In General They are badly paid, and thus indemnify themselves by every description of peculation, and by endeavouring to wring bribes out of all with whom they come in contact. Fred Markham in Russia The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar Whether this method of preventing peculation has been actually adopted, I have not learned. The Parables of Our Lord Having already announced that he would never again employ his cousin after another of these peculations, he kept to his word, and in spite of Molly’s tears and abuse, and Dan’s deeper objurgations, he persisted. The Carbonels The abuses were greater in some branches of the service than in others, but peculation prevailed to a greater or less extent almost everywhere. The Story of the Upper Canada Rebellion It was one in which peculation and venality were predominant. London and the Kingdom - Volume II They were discredited by the small band of intriguers, like Bazire, who identified government with peculation. Critical Miscellanies (Vol. 1 of 3) Essay 1: Robespierre The necessities of the state, or rather the peculations of its former factious leaders, addressed themselves immediately to the purses of the people, by a summary process completely predatory. The Stranger in France or, a Tour from Devonshire to Paris Illustrated by Engravings in Aqua Tint of Sketches Taken on the Spot. From documents I have discovered and printed in an Appendix, it becomes only too clear, I fear, that Painter’s fortune had the same origin as too many private fortunes, in peculation of public funds. The Palace of Pleasure, Volume 1 But that was simply the arraignment of a subordinate official, upon charges of peculation and cruelty—misdemeanors not uncommon with the Englishmen of that day who were entrusted with Colonial administration. Twenty Years of Congress, Volume 2 From Lincoln to Garfield, with a Review of the Events Which Led to the Political Revolution of 1860 Shūzen had condoned too many instances of the chamberlain's free use of his lord's funds, to come upon him harshly for any peculation. Bakemono Yashiki (The Haunted House), Retold from the Japanese Originals Tales of the Tokugawa, Volume 2 It was easy for malignant tongues to rouse suspicion that Baranof's desire to resign sprang from interested motives, perhaps from a wish to conceal his own peculations. Vikings of the Pacific The Adventures of the Explorers who Came from the West, Eastward He scarcely alluded to the corruption and peculation prevalent in all high places, diluted in its downward percolation till sutlers and horse-thieves would strive in vain to emulate the fraudulent audacity of their superiors. Border and Bastille They were the capitalists who farmed the public revenues in the provinces, where they committed peculation and extortion with habitual impunity. A Smaller History of Rome But the drain of the French war, and the peculation in public funds brought about the final upheaval which completed what the Black Death had begun. Mediaeval Socialism But Paris was getting weary of insurrections, wearier still of the obvious blackguardism and peculation of the H�bertists, weariest of the perpetual drip of blood from the guillotine. The French Revolution A Short History Murder, arson, theft, peculation, are as contagious as smallpox. The Last Harvest It was my office to discharge all accounts, and of course to check any attempt at peculation which might be made. Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 435 Volume 17, New Series, May 1, 1852 The late secretary of the treasury, during whose administration of the finances this peculation was said to have taken place, came forward with a full explanation of the fact. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 5 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States The system adopted in New York, for collecting and keeping public money, was calculated to favour this peculation. The Life of George Washington, Vol. 1 Commander in Chief of the American Forces During the War which Established the Independence of his Country and First President of the United States If he does not lose his job inside of twenty-four hours after the interview, he may continue his peculations in perfect tranquillity of conscience. Explanation of Catholic Morals A Concise, Reasoned, and Popular Exposition of Catholic Morals I have met with many bad cases of Spanish corruption and peculation," the king said, when he had finished, "but this is by far the worst. In the Irish Brigade A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain Judge you of the bribery, rapine, and peculation which here stare you in the face. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 12 (of 12) He states that the contagion of peculation had tainted all the frontier stations, which contain much the largest part of the Company's army. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) I am now to bring before you an account of what I think much the most serious part of the effects of his system of bribery, corruption, and peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) A dispute may always be raised in council in order to cover oppression and peculation elsewhere. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12) As any man can free himself of the three years' service with the colours by paying a sum of about £24, it may be imagined what an opening this affords for special peculation. Spanish Life in Town and Country Can you doubt of the whole design having originated and ended in corruption and peculation? The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 12 (of 12) He states that this contagion had tainted the whole army, everywhere: so that, according to him, there was, throughout the Indian army, an universal taint of peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) He goes the full length of that position, and turns his private peculation into a public good. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) Several other matters of complaint against Mr. Hastings, particularly the charge of peculation, fell to the ground at the same time. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12) The evening papers had a full story of the crime, which closed by saying that the prisoner had amassed a considerable sum of money, it was very likely from a long series of smaller peculations. The Sport of the Gods In these orations you will find almost every instance of rapacity and peculation which we charge upon Mr. Hastings. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 12 (of 12) My Lords, peculation is not a military vice. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) They found a rumor running through the country of great peculations and oppressions. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) Here was a new mode of reasoning found out by Mr. Barwell, which might subject all inquiry into peculation to the discretion of the very persons charged with it. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12) Carlos believed him capable of anything but a vulgar peculation. Romance But when a Governor-General descends into the muck and filth of peculation and corruption, when he receives bribes and extorts money, he does acts that are imitable by everybody. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 12 (of 12) This departure from the military character and from military duties introduced that peculation which tainted the army, and desolated the dominions of the Nabob Vizier. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) My Lords, at this time very serious inquiries had begun in the House of Commons concerning peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) A vast scene of further peculation and corruption, as well in this business as in several other instances, appears in the evidence of the Rajah Nundcomar. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12) Herr Rump was appointed auditor to the German section of the Tientsin-P'ukou Railway, but Mr. Bland tells us that "the auditorship on this railway has proved worse than useless as a preventive of official peculation." Political and Literary essays, 1908-1913 At present this is far from being the case, many men of notoriously bad character being employed, and these are driven to peculation and theft for the means of supporting life. Herzegovina Or, Omer Pacha and the Christian Rebels Insubordination, want of attention to duty, want of order, want of obedience and regularity, are military vices; but who ever before heard of peculation being a military vice? The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) Now, comparing this with his other accounts, you will see what a monstrous scheme he has laid of fraud and concealment to cover his peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) It was thought in England that the court had other objects than the protection of the Governor-General against the examinations of those sent out with instructions to inquire into the peculations of men in power. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12) One would have thought that peculation of this description would have been visited at least with dismissal, if not with a short sojourn in the Loanda gaol. Political and Literary essays, 1908-1913 And thus, through a pettifogging colonial policy, commerce was turned into the merest peculation by a class of persons who made it their object to restrict the agriculturist, and hold his interests at their mercy. The Adventures of My Cousin Smooth He knew that the whole pretended government of Oude was from beginning to end a deception; that it was an imposture for the purpose of corruption and peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) I need not inform your Lordships, that Mr. Hastings had before this time been charged with bribery and peculation by General Clavering, Colonel Monson, and Mr. Francis. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12) Mr. Hastings had no right, in order to clear himself of peculation, to criminate the majority with faction. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12) Mustapha Bey, who took a very affectionate leave of me, is now engaged in examining a tremendous case of peculation—something like a defalcation of two thousand mahboubs. Narrative of a Mission to Central Africa Performed in the Years 1850-51, Volume 1 Under the Orders and at the Expense of Her Majesty's Government He was above the small peculations of his order; indeed, had he been inclined to plunder his late masters wardrobe, the absurd disproportion in their size would have saved him from that vulgar temptation. Guy Livingstone; or, 'Thorough' He was left by Mr. Hastings as his representative of peculation, his representative of tyranny. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) To him was due the construction of the brick wing which remained unfinished, his condemnation to death for peculation having put a stop to the embellishments he had intended to make. The House of the Combrays The British Government would not, they knew, make them refund any of their ill-gotten wealth without full judicial proof of their peculations, and this proof they knew could never be obtained. A Journey through the Kingdom of Oude, Volumes I & II Speculation, peculation, engrossing, forestalling," exclaimed Washington, "afford too many melancholy proofs of the decay of public virtue. History of the United States In the second place, he is always harping upon the subject of Jacobs and his peculations—an old subject, which he might well let rest. The Wharf by the Docks A Novel In that ambiguous government everything favors fraud, everything favors peculation, everything favors violence, everything favors concealment. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12) "I know what you mean; and if you dare to accuse me of peculation while in office; I will brand you as a liar!" The Gold Hunters' Adventures Or, Life in Australia The number and value of his books was urged against him, on his trial, as evidence of his peculations. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 78, April, 1864 One revelation after another showed officers, high and low, possessed with the spirit of peculation. History of the United States Both were afforded every opportunity for dishonest peculation, and both came out, despite the allurements of temptation, with clean hands and untainted reputation. The Memories of Fifty Years Containing Brief Biographical Notices of Distinguished Americans, and Anecdotes of Remarkable Men; Interspersed with Scenes and Incidents Occurring during a Long Life of Observation Chiefly Spent in the Southwest If the hoards of oppression were the fund for satisfying the claims of bribery and peculation, who would wish to interfere between such litigants? The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 03 (of 12) The ministers guilty of peculation seek, O Bharata, to slay such informants. The Mahabharata of Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa, Volume 3 Books 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 I never heard Brigham's worst enemies accuse him of peculation, though such immense interests are controlled by his one pair of hands. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 13, No. 78, April, 1864 To what extent he robbed his employer, the latter never accurately knew; but he was worse off by at least three or four thousand dollars through his peculations. True Riches Or, Wealth Without Wings But then they might well be depended on, and perhaps more than persons in other respects preferable, for preventing the peculations of their servants to their own prejudice. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) Fraud, injustice, oppression, peculation, engendered in India, are crimes of the same blood, family, and cast with those that are born and bred in England. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 03 (of 12) Within three weeks the host was a prisoner of State, accused of peculation in office. The Story of Versailles Madame loved shopping, even for its own sake, but shopping with opportunities of peculation still more. Uncle Silas A Tale of Bartram-Haugh He was granted the office for ten years, but, in the interval, was taken into custody by the Council of Regency, for his peculations. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 Worse, far worse, has been the fate of the poor creatures, the natives of India, whom the hypocrisy of the Company has betrayed into complaint of oppression and discovery of peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) Rightly or wrongly, they were thought to be concerned in the peculations that disgraced the campaign of 1877 and in the plot for the murder of Alexander II. The Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) I was not detected in the first peculation; this encouraged me to take more. The Transgressors Story of a Great Sin In 1756 Bigot got him appointed commissary-general, and made a contract with him which flung wide open the doors of peculation. Montcalm and Wolfe In fact, it could not be otherwise; for every official, lay and ecclesiastical, English and Anglo-Irish, appear to have combined in one vast system of peculation, and, when it was possible, of wholesale robbery. An Illustrated History of Ireland from AD 400 to 1800 Add to this, that, from the highest in place to the lowest, every British subject, who, in obedience to the Company's orders, has been active in the discovery of peculations, has been ruined. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) Unfortunately the Russian officials have acted with the utmost want of tact; confusion prevails in every office, and peculation, thanks to Dondukoff's decrees, is all but sanctioned. The Development of the European Nations, 1870-1914 (5th ed.) Soon I had three times the sum required to make up my peculations. The Transgressors Story of a Great Sin It painted the deplorable condition of Canada, and exposed without reserve the peculations and robberies of those intrusted with its interests. Montcalm and Wolfe As the chances of peculation diminished, the castellans deserted their posts and left the castles to decay. Charles the Bold Last Duke of Burgundy, 1433-1477 One of these gentlemen was accused of the grossest peculations; two of them by Mr. Hastings himself, of what he considered as very gross offences. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) They were to the earl years of continual exertion: his conduct necessarily begot enemies; and he was repeatedly accused to the King of peculation, tyranny, and cruelty. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 06 (From Barbarossa to Dante) Upon the death of Strabo, Pompeius had to defend a prosecution in respect of a charge of peculation against his father. Plutarch's Lives Volume III. They did not, as has been seen already, extend to the officers of the line, who were outside the circle of peculation. Montcalm and Wolfe Up to Akbar's time corruption had been a matter of course in the entire official service and enormous sums in the treasury were lost by peculation on the part of tax collectors. Akbar, Emperor of India He conducted the war ill, and on his return he was prosecuted for peculation and convicted. Plutarch's Lives, Volume II But a more doubtful title was preferred, as better adapted to the purposes of extortion and peculation. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 09 (of 12) Whispers soon grew into loud complaints, and a court-martial was presently convened to investigate certain charges brought against him by the Executive Council, comprising peculation, misappropriation of public funds, etc. Lippincott's Magazine of Popular Literature and Science Volume 17, No. 101, May, 1876 Notwithstanding the favorable character of the country the cost of the road was enormous, in consequence of alleged peculations. Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life The establishment now became a scene of confusion and peculation. Tales of a Traveller His father was convicted of peculation, and his mother, Cæcilia, had a bad name as a woman of loose habits. Plutarch's Lives, Volume II That system Mr. Hastings confirmed, established, increased, and made the instrument of the most austere tyranny, of the basest peculations, and the most scandalous and iniquitous extortions. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 09 (of 12) But she was distressed and despoiled by the rapacity of the commissioners of the Crown, by such wretches as Protector Somerset, Dudley and the rest, private peculation eclipsing the greediness of royal officials. The Parish Clerk The practice of asking much more than they expect to receive prevails throughout their empire, and official peculation confined in certain limits is considered entirely consistent with honesty. Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life And that is only a glaring instance of peculations that were all but universal. The Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, G.C.B., Admiral of the Red, Rear-Admiral of the Fleet, Etc., Etc. Vol. I He is bankrupt beyond redemption, except by the resources that grow out of war and disorder; or by a sale to a foreign power, or by great peculation. The Conqueror Here, my Lords, opened a new source of plunder, peculation, and bribery, which was not neglected. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 09 (of 12) The whole countryside knows the man is crooked; they know he was investigated; they are now awaiting with full confidence the punishment for well-understood peculation. The Rules of the Game At the Amoor I first began to hear those stories of peculation that greet every traveler in Russia. Overland through Asia; Pictures of Siberian, Chinese, and Tartar Life See thief. stealing, n. theft, larceny, robbery, pilfering, peculation, thievery, abstraction, looting, cribbing, rapine, depredation, surreption, piracy, plundering, pillage, embezzlement, peculation, shop lifting, plagiarism. Putnam's Word Book There is more of misery inflicted upon mankind by one year of war, than by all the civil peculations and oppressions of a century. Sydney Smith A storekeeper had to be sent back for peculation designed to curtail Drake's range of action. Elizabethan Sea Dogs Mismanagement, profusion, is too clear; peculation itself is hinted at. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 12 — Modern History Only by a constant course of vigilance, mendacity and petty peculation at her husband's expense could she manage to support the family of four comfortably on his pretty considerable salary. Children of the Ghetto A Study of a Peculiar People Various were the surmises and peculations as to the cause of the awful transition that had just taken place. Marriage The selfishness, "peculation, and speculation" seemed to get worse, and the tone of Congress and the people lower, as he struggled against them. George Washington, Volume I The same unprincipled peculation was practised by other municipal or state officers. The Mirror of Literature, Amusement, and Instruction Volume 17, No. 489, May 14, 1831 For instance, in December, the Delawares begged President Lincoln to remove Agent Johnson because of his peculations and ungovernable temper. The American Indian as Participant in the Civil War That speculation—peculation—and an insatiable thirst for riches seems to have got the better of every other consideration and almost of every order of men. George Washington The trade encouraged profligacy, bravado, and garishness; it deadened the moral sense of the colony, and even schooled men in trickery and peculation. Crusaders of New France A Chronicle of the Fleur-de-Lis in the Wilderness Chronicles of America, Volume 4 A strict responsibility on the part of all the agents of the Government should be maintained and peculation or defalcation visited with immediate expulsion from office and the most condign punishment. A Compilation of the Messages and Papers of the Presidents Volume 4, part 2: John Tyler The Spanish armies in Cuba, however, were rather managed for official speculation and peculation, were more promenaders than in military enterprise and the stern business of war. The Story of the Philippines and Our New Possessions, Including the Ladrones, Hawaii, Cuba and Porto Rico The Eldorado of the Orient He placed supervisors of known intelligence and probity in each custom-house to watch and prevent fraud and peculation. The History of Puerto Rico From the Spanish Discovery to the American Occupation I do not intend to intimate, by the above, that all were dishonest, even in these small peculations. Camp-Fire and Cotton-Field Southern Adventure in Time of War. Life with the Union Armies, and Residence on a Louisiana Plantation It was cleared of any political accusation: the marshal was prosecuted for peculation and extortion, common crimes at that time with many generals, and always odious to the nation, which regarded their punishment with favor. A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 5 Almost every high Spanish official was guilty of peculation at the expense of the government, and of bribe-taking at the expense of the citizens. The Winning of the West, Volume 4 Louisiana and the Northwest, 1791-1807 Small peculations of course go on, but nothing serious. Hodge and His Masters But Mrs. Greenfield could observe no evidence of peculation, and the order for an increasing daily supply to the Caddles' nursery was issued. The Food of the Gods and How It Came to Earth He was liberal to the tenants of the State, courteous and accessible to all, upright in his administration, and, above all, he kept his hands clean from bribes and peculation. Cicero Ancient Classics for English Readers Tricks, peculation, obstinacies, vanities--after this war men will still be men. What is Coming? Nothing speaks better for his perfect probity than that his enemies were unable to bring the slightest charge of peculation or of partiality against him. The Life of Michelangelo Buonarroti If any one be tempted, in this age, to repeat the stupid question, "What's in a name?" let him be answered,—Everything: place, power, pelf, perhaps we may add peculation. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 21, July, 1859 It then came out, that he had been for months in secret association with a gambler, and that the two shared together the spoils and peculations. No and Other Stories Compiled by Uncle Humphrey From a very humble origin he rose to the highest honours of the state, and amassed enormous wealth, by peculation and the plunder of the country which he should have served. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 3 When there were but two or three days remaining in his office, Manilius was brought before him, and charged with peculation. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans A Master of Requests, named Falhonet, together with the Abbe Clement, and two clerks in their employ, had been concerned in divers acts of peculation, to the amount of upwards of a million of livres. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 1 It had never recovered the heavy fine imposed upon Walpole Crawley, first baronet, for peculation in the Tape and Sealing Wax Office. Vanity Fair They scrupled not to tax him with gross peculation, and exhibited articles of impeachment against him, which became the subject of elaborate investigation, the result of which is matter of history. Industrial Biography, Iron Workers and Tool Makers But all these attempts to disguise his numerous acts of peculation proved unavailing; and he was arrested in 1452, and brought to trial on several charges. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 3 Nothing was more common in Rome than charges of peculation, extortion, embezzlement, and brigandage, carried on in the provinces at the head of armies, and in other public capacities. What is Property? In the Parliamentary inquiry, many of the directors suffered more for their insolence than for their peculation. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 1 Eiran, to do him justice, is not a graduate in peculation. The Certain Hour He not only repressed peculation, but introduced a number of practical improvements in the distribution, and especially in the mode of levying the taxes. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 12 Every branch of the public service was corrupt, and the peculations of the officials, if not shared by the Governor himself, were at least winked at or sanctioned by him. Canadian Notabilities, Volume 1 You will please to recollect, that on all public expeditions of this nature, there must be no peculation or private journal kept. Homeward Bound or, the Chase The promulgation of the edict constituting this court caused a degree of consternation among those principally concerned which can only be accounted for on the supposition that their peculation had been enormous. Memoirs of Extraordinary Popular Delusions — Volume 1 You robbed him, though——" "Indeed, for beginners at peculation we did not do so badly. The Certain Hour It concerned lovers of fair-play, because it was to be settled whether it is right to accuse a man of peculation whom you wish to convict of disagreeable manners. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 04, No. 25, November, 1859 The charges of self-seeking and peculation which Red Jacket, "the greatest coward of the Five Nations," attempted to fasten upon him, only served to render his integrity more apparent than it would otherwise have been. Canadian Notabilities, Volume 1 He has committed forgery, sir, to conceal his peculation. Homeward Bound or, the Chase Puzzled by the boy's attitude, Bourke agitated his hair and wondered aloud how Marcel would like it if his employers were informed of his peculations. The Lone Wolf A Melodrama He firmly believed him guilty; Allis, misled by her infatuation, mentally attributed the peculation to her brother. Thoroughbreds This peculation had, in his eyes, a good enough excuse, and it was certain to go undetected. Saint Augustin He, Antony, is to be tried for provincial peculation, and Cicero declares that the case is so bad that he cannot defend his late colleague. The Life of Cicero Volume One But, having detected his commanding officer, and exposed his peculations, he was dismissed without a court martial, and by unheard-of persecutions driven to that extremity which sent him here. Memoirs of Henry Hunt, Esq. — Volume 1 Your true Parisian, however, keeps track of his money to the ultimate sou, an idiosyncrasy which obliged the boy to practise most of his peculations on the fugitive guest of foreign extraction. The Lone Wolf A Melodrama Charges were now made, and supported by authentic reports, as to the misconduct and peculation of the commissioners of Dutch property. Memoirs of Henry Hunt, Esq. — Volume 2 They were reported to have committed various peculations. Caesar: a Sketch He has stated also that he knew nothing of the first conspiracy when he offered to defend Catiline on the score of provincial peculations. The Life of Cicero Volume One "I wonder you didn't think of that before you accused him of fraud and peculation, and all those things." A Modern Instance Hamilton, late Secretary of the Treasury, during whose administration of the finances this peculation was said to have taken place, came forward with a full explanation of the fact. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched Those who had been disappointed in ambition, those who had been detected in peculation, those whose selfishness or incapacity his honest eyes had spied out,—were all more, or less in league against him. The Virginians When praetor Caesar brought back money from Spain to the treasury; but he was never charged at the time with peculation or oppression there. Caesar: a Sketch For instance, a fraudulent book-keeper has to go on making false entries in his employer's books in order to hide his peculations. Expositions of Holy Scripture Second Kings Chapters VIII to End and Chronicles, Ezra, and Nehemiah. Esther, Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes "I didn't accuse him of fraud and peculation!" cried Clara, indignantly. A Modern Instance Perceiving that there was great disorder and waste, or peculation, in the management of the fiscal concerns they determined on introducing a thorough reform and the strictest economy. Life and Times of Washington, Volume 2 Revised, Enlarged, and Enriched He had strong reason to believe that Tooke, the managing clerk at Bristol, was carrying on a course of peculation, and feathering his nest at the expense of the firm. Chantry House In comparison with this abuse, peculation or bribery of crude direct sorts were of little extent or importance. Equality The person who undertakes to put down little peculations enters upon a war in which he is sure to get the worst of it. Rujub, the Juggler Bribery was the instrument of government, and peculation its reward. Science & Education Hostile to public peculations he strove disinterestedly for the public good. The Tragedies of the Medici Right near them are the homes of smaller Indians, who have reduced peculation to a fine art, and who steal on general principles. My Native Land The United States: its Wonders, its Beauties, and its People; with Descriptive Notes, Character Sketches, Folk Lore, Traditions, Legends and History, for the Amusement of the Old and the Instruction of the Young Most of them will take a kitchen spoon or fork, if they have a chance—and they think it fair thus to return the peculations of the whites. Dahcotah Life and Legends of the Sioux Around Fort Snelling Alderman Allen took advantage of these words to observe, that it was not yet too late to undo what had been done; but Cromwell instantly charged him with peculation, and gave him into custody. The History of England from the First Invasion by the Romans to the Accession of King George the Fifth Volume 8 It is worthy of consideration that while Russia starves her armies and underpays her officials, who live by peculation, still, abroad she devotes greater resources to her diplomacy than any other power has ever done. Select Speeches of Kossuth In these famous philippics, he fearlessly exposed the peculations, the misrule, the oppression, and the inhuman heartlessness of the Company's servants,--speeches which extorted admiration, while they humiliated and chastised. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 09 European Statesmen It was this honest and astute servant of royalty who ferreted out the peculations of Fouquet, whom Louis did not hesitate to disgrace and punish. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 08 Great Rulers The Duchess afterwards attempted to defend herself against the charge of peculation as the keeper of the privy purse; but no one believed her. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07 Great Women Who derives the benefit of peculation I am unable to state. Travels in Morocco, Volume 1. They were much straitened, moreover, from want of provisions, through the knavish peculations of the commissaries who had charge of the magazines in Rome. The History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella the Catholic — Volume 3 He had lately been sent to replace Portneuf, who had been charged with debauchery and peculation. Count Frontenac and New France under Louis XIV Corruption and peculation on the part of officials were severely punished. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 08 Great Rulers There was the most shameless peculation in the kitchen, and money given in charity was appropriated by the servants, who all combined to cheat her. Beacon Lights of History, Volume 07 Great Women All may rejoice in the spontaneity and refreshment of truth; spiritually co-operate in forthright condemnation of fraud, peculation, and sham; and breathe gladly the fresh and bracing air of sincerity, sanity, and wisdom. Mark Twain With opportunity came peculiar temptations to bribery and peculation, and to these he often succumbed. The Press-Gang Afloat and Ashore A strict and lynx-eyed economy, a resolute honesty of administration, and a prompt punctuality in meeting engagements, took the place of the laxity, recklessness, and peculation which had prevailed of recent years. England under the Tudors But the amount of his peculations amply justified his punishment, and Kiaking in signing his death warrant could not be accused of harshness or injustice. China His falsehoods, his treacheries, his flagrant acts of peculation, are therefore to be veiled under a discreet silence, or visited with condemnation that is lightened by profuse apology. Life of Edward Earl of Clarendon — Volume 02 At the same time the right of citizenship was offered to all Italians who should succeed in convicting a magistrate of peculation or extortion. The Story of Rome from the Earliest Times to the End of the Republic This is an ingenious variation of the original scheme, for it puts aside the possibility of personal peculation; but I doubt whether it answers. Without Prejudice But their official parasites did not want to see smuggling and peculation replaced by industry and trade. The Great Fortress : A chronicle of Louisbourg 1720-1760 He was indicted for peculation shortly after the death of Keen Lung, and, without friends, he succumbed to the attack of his many enemies incited to attack him by the greed of Kiaking. China The Detroit papers were filled with the reverberated reports of Randall Clayton's mysterious crime, "by which astounding peculation, the millionaire's estate would possibly shrink several hundred thousand dollars." The Midnight Passenger : a novel And she insisted on making it up to me by degrees--out of her literary work, I fancy--for I don't think Maurice knew the extent of the peculation. The Two Sides of the Shield He entered the bank, but within a few months his peculations would have been discovered had he not confessed to his mother, who made the discrepancy good from her private funds. Our Nervous Friends — Illustrating the Mastery of Nervousness For such an undertaking, his large experience in business, his resolute spirit, his sound judgment, his keen insight into character, his lofty scorn and detestation of meanness, profligacy, peculation and fraud, eminently fitted him. A Sketch of the Causes, Operations and Results of the San Francisco Vigilance Committee of 1856 The poor black man was simply a tool for the white charlatan, living in a miserable log cabin, and receiving a very small share of the peculations of his white clerk. Four Months in a Sneak-Box There had been no fraud; no robbery; no purpose of peculation. The Way We Live Now When I think of the temptation I resisted on that occasion, like Clive when he was charged with peculation, "I marvel at my own forbearance!" Life and Letters of Thomas Henry Huxley — Volume 2 This is, however, rather a matter of private concern than of zealousness in the performance of his official duties; the possibilities of peculation are ever before him. Around the World on a Bicycle - Volume 1 From San Francisco to Teheran Take the following remark made by an official to one of his subordinates in a novel of Gogol's, "Your peculations are too extensive for an official of your rank." Laughter : an Essay on the Meaning of the Comic It had been a succession of falls lower and lower, as with each failure habits of drunkenness and dissipation fastened on him, and peculation and dishonesty on that congenial soil grew into ruffianism. My Young Alcides Indeed the whole history of the Graevius manuscripts seems to be one of peculation, until they came into Lord Oxford's possession. Studies from Court and Cloister: being essays, historical and literary dealing mainly with subjects relating to the XVIth and XVIIth centuries He had heard that the institution parted with the present occupant of the situation for incompetence—that there had been both waste and peculation. Mr. Hogarth's Will They experienced much mismanagement and softie peculation and fraud on the part of their directors; in some cases false dividends were declared for the purpose of temporarily raising the value of the stock. American Nation: a history — Volume 1: European Background of American History, 1300-1600 It can put a premium on vice, on falsehood, on peculation, on laziness, on ignorance; and thus tempt the mass to moral degradation, from the premier to the slave. Roman and the Teuton He feared to have Napoleon's eagle eye investigate his peculations. Napoleon Bonaparte The malcontents took the opportunity to send home charges against Laudonniere of peculation, favoritism, and tyranny. Pioneers of France in the New World He adds, however, that this sum was not the fruit of peculation and corruption, Bonaparte having been an incorruptible administrator. Louisa of Prussia and Her Times "A secretary may quarrel with the President, or he may have the gout, or be convicted of peculation." The Duke's Children It was at this moment of military inactivity and popular restlessness that charges of peculation were brought forward against Cameron. Abraham Lincoln and the Union; a chronicle of the embattled North You have—unwittingly, I believe—given information to a man whom the Government suspects of peculation. Colonel Starbottle's Client But it was strongly rumoured that there had been foul play, peculation, even forgery. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 5 The Commons justly thought that the extraordinary liberality with which they had provided for the public service entitled them to demand extraordinary securities against waste and peculation. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 On the other hand, he binds them down rigidly to exact accounts; he subjects them to strict supervision; he selects for them competent and suitable administrators; he stops, here as everywhere else, waste and peculation. The Modern Regime, Volume 1 Political peculation was not thought discreditable; and heads of parties did not hesitate to secure the adhesion of their followers by a free use of the public money. Character The citizens of Marseilles, on whose behalf Masséna had used his influence to obtain the freedom of their port, now denounced him to the Chamber of Deputies on the grounds of peculation. The Memoirs of General Baron De Marbot By parity of reason, we suppose that he would impute the peculations of Bellasys to the influence of the monarchical and aristocratical institutions of England. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 2 Unfortunately, in the same school in which he had acquired his experience, he had learned the whole art of peculation. The History of England, from the Accession of James II — Volume 3 During that time it visited with deserved punishment several of those who, during the preceding six years, had enriched themselves by peculation and monopoly. Critical and Historical Essays — Volume 1 His political enemies, of whom Cleon was the chief, took advantage of this state of the public mind to bring against him a charge of peculation. A Smaller history of Greece From the earliest times to the Roman conquest This would be so if the inquiries made by that committee and their report had resulted in any general condemnation of the men whose misdeeds and peculations have been exposed. North America — Volume 2 Scandals in his Department gave rise to sweeping charges of peculation. Lincoln; An Account of his Personal Life, Especially of its Springs of Action as Revealed and Deepened by the Ordeal of War From then on his peculations increased, and his conduct became the scandal of his family, for he stole even from the maids employed in the house, as well as from guests. The Foundations of Personality No registering, but instead of it, denouncing: of dilapidation, peculation; and ever the burden of the song, States-General! The French Revolution But Pericles, notwithstanding his influence and power, had still many bitter and active enemies, who assailed him through his private connections, and even endeavoured to wound his honour by a charge of peculation. A Smaller history of Greece From the earliest times to the Roman conquest In what I shall say as to that matter of peculation, I trust that I may be believed to have spoken without personal ill feeling or individual malice. North America — Volume 2 But discomfort and alarm were not the only results of the mismanagement of the household; the waste, extravagance, and peculation that also flowed from it were immeasurable. Queen Victoria Inspectors shall visit all armies; and, with certain elected corporals and 'soldiers able to write,' verify what arrears and peculations do lie due, and make them good. The French Revolution |
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