When the ambassadors of other foreign countries come to Japan to make treaties, they can...#Townsend Harris
Two things are desired in order that intercourse may be had: First, that a minister...#Townsend Harris
The President wishes the Japanese to be very prudent about the introduction of opium, and...#Townsend Harris
The President regards the Japanese as a brave people; but courage, though useful in time...#Townsend Harris
The President of the United States thinks that for the Japanese opium is more dangerous...#Townsend Harris
Since the invention of steamships distant countries have become like those that are near at...#Townsend Harris