The governorship of an American State, let me add, is no ornamental sinecure.
"America To-day, Observations and Reflections"
William Archer
Moreover, in 1621 he extended his power by gaining control of the Somers Island Company through the election of Southampton to its governorship.
"The Virginia Company Of London, 1606-1624"
Wesley Frank Craven
With the aid of other prominent adventurers, including the Earl of Southampton, and by making common cause for the moment with the Rich faction, Sir Edwin won election to the governorship of the company in the spring of 1619. In the absence of anything approaching a full record, it is impossible to say what justification there may have been for the charges of mismanagement that were brought against Smith's administration.
"The Virginia Company Of London, 1606-1624"
Wesley Frank Craven