desirous

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An Act for the Better Ordering and Regulating such as are Willing and Desirous to be United for Military Purposes within the Province of Pennsylvania.

From Benjamin Franklin Representative selections, with introduction, bibliograpy, and notes by Jorgenson, Chester E.

Desirous of presenting his gifts in the best possible manner, he went to his desk, and taking out thirteen gilt-edged cards, he wrote on each: "With the Christmas Greetings of Herr Wilhelm Baumgärtner."

From The Misfit Christmas Puddings by Consolation, Club

Desirous of bringing her back, the young man embarked upon a long and difficult journey to the land of souls.

From Legends of The Kaw The Folk-Lore of the Indians of the Kansas River Valley by Voe, Carrie de

Desirous of knowing whereabouts in these parts the Welsh language ceased I interrogated several people whom I met. 

From Wild Wales The People, Laguage & Scenery by Borrow, George Henry

Desirous to make an alliance with such a state, Gama requited the civility of the king with great generosity.

From The Lusiad or The Discovery of India, an Epic Poem by Camões, Luís de