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Gazette of the United States, September 15, 1790: Correspondence Between Moses Seixas and George Washington
Newspaper issue of the *Gazette of the United States*, published in New York, New York on September 15, 1790. This issue features a significant exchange of letters between Moses Seixas of the Newport, Rhode Island Hebrew Congregation and President George Washington. Seixas' letter congratulates Washington on his inauguration, and Washington's reply is a landmark statement on religious tolerance and the principles of the new American government. The complete text of both letters is included.
Associated People/Businesses
- Seixas, Moses (Moses Mendes), 1744-1809
- Washington, George, 1732-1799
- Gazette of the United States
- SEIXAS, MOSES
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Arc.MS.56, Oversize Box 2, Folder 1