CHAPTER IV.

Colonel F. W. DesBarres, successor to General Fanning--His character as a Governor--Succeeded by Charles Douglas Smith--His character as displayed in his opening address--Proclamation of immunity from Proprietory conditions--Oppressive measures in regard to Quitrents--John McGregor, Sheriff--Public meetings called in the Counties--Tyranny of the Governor exposed--Arrival of Colonel Ready, and departure of Smith