It is only to be regretted that the spirit and discretion exhibited by the eminent diplomatist who represented England here with such wisdom and good temper, had not been adopted at an earlier date and more steadily maintained by the British Government.
Blaine reflects on the importance of diplomatic conduct in maintaining international relations.
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Durant speaks of no duty, apparently thinks of none resting upon Southern Union men.
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