doi:10.7916/jvcj-jq20[Document, 1785 September 05]Jay, John, 1745-1829correspondencetextUnited States--History--1783-1865Jay, John, 1745-1829Government most respected when it rewards liberally and punishes and pays punctually. Since the punishment of Longchamps at present seems just, perhaps the law should be left to run its course.