If Japan had been near to either England or France, war would have broken out long ago.
Townsend Harris
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Two things are desired in order that intercourse may be had: First, that a minister or agent be allowed to reside at the capital. Second, that commerce between different countries be freely allowed.
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We were sent to this country by the President, who desires to promote the welfare of Japan, and are quite different from the ambassadors of other countries.
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