On the Method of Plants

said Islands; and bring from thence into England the Com-
modities In this context, "commodities" refers to raw materials or trade goods produced in the colonies, such as tobacco or salt. of the said Islands:

And your Petitioners The individuals formally presenting this legal request to the authorities. as in Duty bound, shall
ever Pray, &c. original: "etc." — a standard legal closing of the period, implying the petitioners will continue to pray for the health and success of the governing body.

John Wyse.
George Day.
Perient Trott. Perient Trott (1614–1679) was a prominent London merchant and a significant figure in the Somers Isles Company.
Robert Steevens.