The Life of George Washington,: Commander in Chief of the American Forces, During the War which Established the Independence of His Country, and First President of the United States, Volume 5C.P. Wayne, 1807 - Generals |
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... considered as a candidate for the presidency ... The minister of France endeavours to influence the approaching election ... The president's speech to congress .. He denies the authenticity of certain spurious letters published as his ...
... considered as a candidate for the presidency ... The minister of France endeavours to influence the approaching election ... The president's speech to congress .. He denies the authenticity of certain spurious letters published as his ...
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... considered in the same light as a pension ? and would not the appre- hension of this induce me to offer my sentiments in future with the more reluctance ? In a word , under whatever pretence , and however customary these gratuities may ...
... considered in the same light as a pension ? and would not the appre- hension of this induce me to offer my sentiments in future with the more reluctance ? In a word , under whatever pretence , and however customary these gratuities may ...
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... infinite delight to every benevolent and liberal mind , whether the event in contemplation be considered as the source of present enjoyment , or the parent to of future happiness and we shall have equal oc- 42 THE LIFE OF.
... infinite delight to every benevolent and liberal mind , whether the event in contemplation be considered as the source of present enjoyment , or the parent to of future happiness and we shall have equal oc- 42 THE LIFE OF.
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... considered as the actors on a most conspicuous theatre , which seems to be peculiarly designated by Providence for the display of human greatness and felicity . Here they are not only surrounded with every thing which can contribute to ...
... considered as the actors on a most conspicuous theatre , which seems to be peculiarly designated by Providence for the display of human greatness and felicity . Here they are not only surrounded with every thing which can contribute to ...
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... considered as a blessing or a curse : ... a blessing or a curse not to the present age alone , for with our fate will the destiny of un- born millions be involved . " With this conviction of the importance of the present crisis ...
... considered as a blessing or a curse : ... a blessing or a curse not to the present age alone , for with our fate will the destiny of un- born millions be involved . " With this conviction of the importance of the present crisis ...
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