Since the invention of steamships distant countries have become like those that are near at hand. Townsend Harris countrydistanthand Change image and share on social
The President wishes the Japanese to be very prudent about the introduction of opium, and if a treaty is made, he wishes that opium may be strictly prohibited. Townsend Harris introductionjapanesemake Change image and share on social
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. Townsend Harris agentallowcapital Change image and share on social
The President regards the Japanese as a brave people; but courage, though useful in time of war, is subordinate to knowledge of arts; hence, courage without such knowledge is not to be highly esteemed. Townsend Harris artbravecourage share on social