[J. Thomas Scharf (1886)] The colonial documents evince the feeling of trust in his worth held by all, and the clergy in an elaborate Latin testimonial give evidence of their opinion, closing with the hope that the two good men (Van Cortlandt and Bayard] may be spared many years, " for the greater propagation of truth and the increase of Christ's kingdom." 4 Like all his family, Van 1 Governor Fletcher ordered Van Cortlandt to hold a " court martiall " to investigate "Severall disorders ami misdemeanors" committed by the militia of this county, bearing date June 8, 1092. (Original in Van Cortlandt papers). 1 Brodhead defends Andros from the charges made against him by New England historiaus and asserts that be did his duty faithfully anil fearlessly, "his only fault being that he administered his government too loyally to his sovereign and too much like a brave soldier." 3 Original in Van Cortlandt papers, 4 Documents relating to the Colonial History, New York, vol. iii.