Memoir of Richard Roberts Jones, of Aberdaron: in the county of Carnarvon, in North Wales; exhibiting a remarkable instance of a partial power and cultivation of intellect / [Anon. William Roscoe].

  • Roscoe, William, 1753-1831.
Date:
1822
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Credit: Memoir of Richard Roberts Jones, of Aberdaron: in the county of Carnarvon, in North Wales; exhibiting a remarkable instance of a partial power and cultivation of intellect / [Anon. William Roscoe]. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    took place between them, which he heightened with some sarcastic remarks on their ceremonies, that terminated their further acquaintance. His disposition is mild, and his general manner civil and respectful. He is remarkable for his adhe¬ rence to truth on all occasions, nor is he addicted to any manner of vice. He exhibits also a degree of liberality in his character, as he frequently gives, or offers to give, books, which he values very highly, either in return for any kindness shewn him, or as a mark of his esteem and good-will. Even the w orks which he has compiled with great labour, he feels no hesitation in parting with; and when they are again shewn to him, regards them with the utmost indifference. In this respect, he has truly described his own character in one of those scraps in which he frequently commits his thoughts to writing.—“ If any kindness or favour should be done to me by any person or persons, a friend or friends, &c., my will and natural inclination of my heart is to return the same also to them in virtue and good works, not by evil; and if I should be employed in any laborious work, I would endeavour to do such a work according to the best of my abilities.” Although it cannot be denied, that Richard