Charles Sumner: “The conclusion follows, that, according to American principle and…”

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The conclusion follows, that, according to American principle and practice, the ship was not liable on account of despatches on board.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner concludes that American principles do not hold the ship liable for carrying despatches.

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