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acter, of Mr Broiles by his neighbours, is that of a good
one; a son of a widow, and a [?] to a consider
able family, who are respecpectable, but of moderate
condition, on the contrary, [?] the prosecutor has
a character clouded by infamy quarrelsom, corrupt,
and revengeful, of little utility to his family, and
and literally speaking, a pest to community, such
is my information, and such is my belief of him.
In the suit of damage there was evidence, that did
not appear in the criminal suit, which if it had
must have had its influence, with the jurors, & Court,
neither can this evidence appear in the Court above
since the criminal suit was tried first, and [?]
of Error taken. Many facts might be slated which
would favour a pardon. But situated as I have
been, it might be considered, or perhaps, ^they might be slated
by some other person, with more propriety. The [names? words?]
of so many men, to the petition, must confirm an
[impretion?], that all things are not right. That Broiles
has personal enemies there is no doubt, That he has many
who sympathise with his condition, is certain, From
whence does those sympathies arise is the question?

Respectfully yours

David Ames

Saml Houston Esqr Governor