Canonicus
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Canonicus, the sovereign chief of this tribe, was a man of great renown.
From King Philip Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
When this was found Canonicus and Mantonomi agreed to let the company have lands, and soon the new settlement was made and named Providence, in recognition of God's care of him during his journey.
From Historic Shrines of America Being the Story of One Hundred and Twenty Historic Buildings and the Pioneers Who Made Them Notable by Faris, John T. (John Thomson)
When Canonicus saw this he was badly scared, for he knew well what it meant.
From The Story of Our Country Every Child Can Read by Hurlbut, Jesse Lyman
Canonicus had no wish to meet a foe who was thus prompt for the encounter.
From King Philip Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
Canonicus, on the other hand, rescued the captives taken from the boat, and restored them to their friends.
From King Philip Makers of History by Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot)
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