Comines, PHILIPPE

DE, SIEUR D'ARGENT ON, about 1445-1511. French historian and diplomatist. His Memoirs extend 1464-98, and mark the beginning of French history as distinct from the mere chronicle. Comitia. Political meetings in ancient Rome. C. curiata, of the patricians; c. centu riata, of all the citizens; c. tributa, of the plebeians. Comity of Nations. Admi ion of laws of one state within another, when not contrary to statute or intent of the latter.