William Townshend (colonial Governor)
William Townshend (c. 1745 {some sources state 1762} - December 5, 1816) was a British politician and office holder, operating mainly in the colony of Prince Edward Island. One of his duties was Acting colonial Governor of Prince Edward Island between August 5, 1812 and July 24, 1813.
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“Because Time cannot alter but obey Fate’s laws.
[Chorus:] Then happy those whom Fate, that is the stronger,
Together twists their threads, and yet draws hers the longer.”
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