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The upper figure on the left, with crown and royal robes, is variously described as representing either King Charles III of Spain or Saint Catherine.
— from San Xavier Del Bac, Arizona: A Descriptive and Historical Guide by Writers' Program of the Work Projects Administration in the State of Arizona
He found in divers ancient records, English kings acting in this character in Scotland, even as far back as the time of Alfred’s sons.
— from The Life and Reign of Edward I. by Robert Benton Seeley
Here are comprised in a few words the entire history of the Gospel, and the articles of the Christian faith; but particularly does Peter deal with the article of the resurrection, the fact that Christ has, in his own person, completely overcome death and reigns eternal King and Lord of life.
— from Epistle Sermons, Vol. 2: Epiphany, Easter and Pentecost by Martin Luther
This I did, and rode eighty kilometers (fifty miles) before breaking my fast at nine o'clock.
— from The New Glutton or Epicure by Horace Fletcher
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