Q. Would they do this for a British concern, as suppose a war in some part of Europe that did not affect them?
A. Yes, for anything that concerned the general interest. They consider themselves as part of the whole.
Q. What is the usual constitutional manner of calling on the colonies for aids?
A. A letter from the secretary of state.
Q. Is this all you mean; a letter from the secretary of state?
A. I mean the usual way of requisition, in a circular letter from the secretary of state, by his majesty's command, reciting the occasion, and recommending it to the colonies to grant such aid as became their loyalty, and were suitable to their abilities.
Q. Did the secretary of state ever write for money for the crown?
A. The requisitions have been to raise, clothe, and pay men, which cannot be done without money.
Q. Would they grant money alone, if called on?
A. In my opinion they would, money as well as men, when they have money, or can make it.