Response of the Senate to Washington's Message
Item
Type
Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Title
Response of the Senate to Washington's Message
Description
The Senate's reponse to Washington's message of 10/15/1791 in which they express their satisfaction with the welfare and progress of the nation, with particular regard for the success of the campaign against the western Indians. They promise their prompt consideration of the President's recommendations.
year created
1791
month created
10
day created
31
author
recipient
in collection
in publication
notable person/group
George Washington
US Congress
Senate of the United States
hostile Indians
notable location
frontiers
notable item/thing
assurances of public prosperity
your speech to both Houses
multiple blessings of providence
benefits which flow from the restoration of public and private confidence
success of those military operations
prospect of a general peace
terms of moderation and justice
security of our frontiers
general interests of humanity
principles of benevolence
honor and welfare of the nation
general welfare
your zeal for the public good
happiness of our country
notable phrase
The Senate of the United States have received with the highest satisfaction the assurances of public prosperity contained in your speech to both Houses.
document number
1791103190000
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Document instances
| In image | In source | Location in source | |
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| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Collection: Printed Versions | [unknown] |
| [view document] (0 pages) | [no image] | Publication: American State Papers, Forgn Rel. | [unknown] |
Document names
| Type | Name | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Senate of the United States | [unknown] | [n/a] |
| Recipient | George Washington | [unknown] | [n/a] |