The writings of George Washington; being his correspondence, addresses, messages, and other papers, official and private, selected and published from the original manuscripts; with a life of the author, notes and illustrations. By Jared Sparks.

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preserve peace, and to restore that harmony and affection, which have heretofore so happily subsisted between our two nations; and with you I cherish the
pleasing hope, that a mutual spirit of justice and moderation will crown those endeavours with success.
I shall cheerfully concur in the beneficial measures,
which your deliberations shall mature on the various
subjects demanding your attention. And while, directing your labors to advance the real interests of our
country, you receive its blessings; with perfect sincerity, my- individual wishes will be offered for your
present and future felicity.
GEORGE WASHINGTON.