George Washington actually said...

Gentlemen of the Senate and House of Representatives:

I have thought best to await a survey of the territory before it is decided on what particular spot on the northeastern side of the river th...

I have by a proclamation bearing date this day directed commissioners, appointed in pursuance of the act, to survey and limit a part of the ...

I rely upon your wisdom to make such arrangements as may be essential for the preservation of good order and the effectual protection of the...