The diplomatic correspondence of the United States of America, from the signing of the definitive treaty of peace, 10th September, 1783, to the adoption of the Constitution, March 4, 1789 Being the letters of the presidents of Congress, the secretary for foreign affairs --American ministers at foreign courts, foreign ministers near Congress --reports of committess of Congress, and reports of the secretary for foreign affairs on various letters and communications; together with letters from individuals on public affairs.