03/14/1779
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"Commercial arrangements, if acceptable in themselves, will not be the less so if coupled with those relating to navigation and boundary."
"Gentlemen of the Senate, I submit to your consideration the report of the Secretary of State."
"The treaty must not exceed _____ years' duration, except the clauses relating to boundary and the navigation of the Mississippi, which must be perpetual and final."
"Knowing the friendly interest you take in whatever may promote the happiness and prosperity of the French nation."