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" I hope in time N. H. as well as the other States will feel the importance of Sovereignty. "
William Whipple
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" The river route is certainly preferable, as it affords good grazing and an abundance of water. "
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" Only nine States have been represented since my arrival 'till within three days. There are now Eleven States barely represented. This tardiness in the States or their Delegates, besides retarding the most important Business makes it exceeding fatiguing to those that do attend. "
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