On the recordMarch 29, 1796
It is thus that the treaty-making power has been understood by foreign nations.
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presidency.ucsb.eduIt is thus that the treaty-making power has been understood by foreign nations.
Message to the House of Representatives Regarding Documents Relative to the Jay Treaty
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