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mentioned, is true, that is to say, that it is cheaper to breed than to import. Others are, that wherever estates are mentioned in the evidence as flourishing, and the proprietors of them as clear men, it is where they have adopted the principle of breeding, and of treating the slaves they have had with humanity and care.[1] It may also be added here from the evidence, that the breeding of slaves was considered so profitable in some parts of America, that people held them for this purpose alone, independently of any prospect from the fruits of their labour.
- ↑ Many other advantages appear by the evidence to result from the system of breeding slaves and using them well. Suicide and rebellion are peculiar to the imported slaves. Hence the peace of mind and interest of the proprietor are materially concerned, and it fully appears that such slaves do much more work than others in the same time.
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