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Editorial
April 11, 1809
The New Hampshire Gazette
Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
What is this article about?
An anonymous editorial, signed 'Patriot,' condemns the term 'Tory' as odious and contemptible in America, noting its association with a disreputable class for over 30 years and warning those bearing it against trying to foist it on others.
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TORY.
Ever since this name was found to attract only tar, feathers and contempt, it has had no charms for any man of virtue and sense in America. It is well known what class of men have worn this odious coat, and how well it has fitted them for more than thirty years. The rightful proprietors of this unseemly garment some time past, have been sick, like the spring snake, to rid themselves of their old skin. If they can successfully rid themselves of this, and get into "another more sleek and comely, we shall congratulate their good fortune. But let them not attempt to put upon others what will only fit themselves.
[Patriot
Ever since this name was found to attract only tar, feathers and contempt, it has had no charms for any man of virtue and sense in America. It is well known what class of men have worn this odious coat, and how well it has fitted them for more than thirty years. The rightful proprietors of this unseemly garment some time past, have been sick, like the spring snake, to rid themselves of their old skin. If they can successfully rid themselves of this, and get into "another more sleek and comely, we shall congratulate their good fortune. But let them not attempt to put upon others what will only fit themselves.
[Patriot
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Tory
Loyalists
Contempt
American Patriotism
Political Labels
What entities or persons were involved?
Tories
Patriot
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Criticism Of Tories
Stance / Tone
Strongly Anti Tory
Key Figures
Tories
Patriot
Key Arguments
The Name Tory Attracts Only Tar, Feathers, And Contempt
No Man Of Virtue And Sense In America Finds Charm In The Name Tory
Tories Have Worn This Odious Label For More Than Thirty Years
Tories Are Trying To Shed Their Old Skin Like A Spring Snake
Do Not Attempt To Impose The Tory Label On Others