Response of the House of Representatives to the President's Message
Document 1793The Speaker and the House of Representatives congratulate the President on his unanimous re-election and comment on important matters including the need for the respect of European belligerents for the neutrality of American shipping, the need for offensive measures against hostile tribes, and the regular discharge of public debts.
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Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
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The Speaker and the House of Representatives congratulate the President on his unanimous re-election and comment on important matters including the need for the respect of European belligerents for the neutrality of American shipping, the need for offensive measures against hostile tribes, and the regular discharge of public debts.
Date
12/07/1793
Recipient
Collection
Document number
1793120790000
Notable persons
George Washington
Speaker of the House of Representatives [Frederick Muhlenberg]
particular tribes of Indians
Notable items
unanimous suffrage
congratulations
testimony of public approbation
purity and patriotism
tribute of praise
reproach of flattery
public happiness
war in Europe
maintenance of peace
faitful execution of the laws
consequences of illicit or hostile acts towards the belligerent parties
right to the immunities belonging to our situation
connection of the United States with Europe
rights and true interests of our country
love of peace
offensive measures
regular discharge of the public debts
affections of the people enlightened policy
welfare of the United States