Qu. Whether the want of such an institution be not plainly seen
in England, where the disbelief of a future state hardeneth rogues
against the fear of death, and where, through the great growth of
robbers and housebreakers, it becomes every day more necessary?
224. Qu. Whether it be not easier to prevent than to remedy, and
whether we should not profit by the example of others?
225. Qu. Whether felons are not often spared, and therefore
encouraged, by the compassion of those who should prosecute. them?
226. Qu. Whether many that would not take away the life of a thief
may not nevertheless be willing to bring him to a more adequate
punishment?
227. Qu. Whether there should not be a difference between the
treatment of criminals and that of other slaves?
228. Qu. Whether the most indolent would be fond of idleness, if
they regarded it as the sure road to hard labour?
229. Qu. Whether the industry of the lower part of our people doth
not much depend on the expense of the upper?
230. Qu. What would be the consequence if our gentry affected to
distinguish themselves by fine houses rather than fine clothes?
231. Qu. Whether any people in Europe are so meanly provided with
houses and furniture, in proportion to their incomes, as the men of
estates in Ireland?
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