The various patroles, sentries, picquets, and out-posts, were all under his especial control; and it was remarked that he took peculiar pains in selecting the men for night duty, which, in the prevailing quietness and peace of that time, seemed scarcely Warrantable.
"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer, Complete"
Charles James Lever (1806-1872)
Overjoyed at this information, I turned my attention towards madame, whom I found much improved; the embonpoint of womanhood had still farther increased the charms of one who had always been handsome; and I could not help acknowledging that my friend Jack was Warrantable in any scheme for securing such a prize.
"The Confessions of Harry Lorrequer, Complete"
Charles James Lever (1806-1872)
The destruction, not only of property, but of life; in some recent contests, is quite appalling, and we certainly live in very eventful times; the tendency, however, both of the good and evil, is so obviously towards an increase of light and knowledge, that it seems Warrantable to expect all will be overruled to better views and practices becoming more general, and the kingdoms of this world being thankfully surrendered to the righteous government of the Prince of Peace.
"Memoir and Diary of John Yeardley, Minister of the Gospel"
John Yeardley