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John Tyler: In forming the first commercial treaty between the two Governments an anxious desire has been felt to introduce such…

On the recordAugust 17, 1842
In forming the first commercial treaty between the two Governments an anxious desire has been felt to introduce such provisions as should promote the interests of both countries.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

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