Charles Sumner: “While doing so little for us, the treaty makes ample provision for all…”

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While doing so little for us, the treaty makes ample provision for all known claims on the British side.

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Massachusetts

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He points out that while the treaty does little for the U.S., it provides extensive provisions for British claims.

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Charles Sumner: “While doing so little for us, the treaty makes ample provision for all known claims on the British side.”