1From George Washington to John Savary de Valcoulon, 25 March 1795 (Washington Papers)
I have given the propositions contained in your letter of the 19th instant the consideration they merit. The result is—an indisposition to accede to them—At the same time, I pray you to accept my thanks for the tender you have made me of your services to carry them into execution. My reasons for declining to embark in the project you have offered (at least at the present) are—1st the greater...