United States Senate
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Statement by the U.S. Senate
11/22/1794 Printed DocumentStatement from the Senate to the Executive branch, regarding the Whiskey Rebellion. Applaud the "lenient and persuasive measures" enacted by Washington, along with the "enlightened patriotism and …
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Peace and Trade Routes
12/12/1795 Printed DocumentSatisfied to hear that the war with Indians tribes is coming to a close, and treaties with Algiers and Spain concluded with more secure trade routes. Assurances Congress will assist in every way to …
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Development and Regulation of U.S.
12/12/1796 Printed DocumentNoted good relations with Indians, Great Britain, and Spain. Encouraged by agricultural and manufacturing success, believed that establishing governing body would assist in accelerating success. Many …
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Senate's Response to State of the Union Address
05/24/1797 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentVice President Jefferson gave Senates response. Senate approved of Pres. Adams plan to seek compensation for insult by France, pursuit of new trade policy, tax on citizens of United States, and …
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Response to Address to Congress by President Delivered 11/23/1798
11/28/1797 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentSenate agreed with President Adams request for peace and treaty with France and Spain, new trade agreements with Britain, and agreed commerce was essential for the growth of the nation.
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Congregational Response to Adams Address on Relations with France
12/12/1798 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentJohn Laurance, president of Senate responded to Adams address and stated the U.S. gov't concurred with the continuation of defense of seas against French-sanctioned privateers and capture of British …
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New Seat of Government in Washington
11/26/1800 Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/DocumentLetter from the United States Senate to President John Adams, respecting the new seat of government in Washington, D.C., and subjects of legislative consideration.
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