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But the vessels of these claimants were stolen by France, and at last are found in the hands of our own Government.
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Sumner states that the vessels stolen by France are now under the control of the U.S. government.
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It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
The devices of party can no longer stave it off.
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Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
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