doi:10.7916/rzwg-kv94[Document, 1788 June 08]Washington, George, 1732-1799correspondencetextUnited States--History--1783-1865Jay, John, 1745-1829Unhappy to hear of strong anti-federal feeling in New York. Hopes that Virginia will ratify before New York convention and thus add more weight to the cause; gives particulars on proceedings in Virginia. convention to point up progress of federalist cause in the State. Long and interesting account of speeches of Mason and Henry and Nicholas. Feels that opponents of federalism have weakened their cause with their first speeches--not up to expectations. Feels that, in a few days, majority will be found for the Constitution.