GERARD.
In Congress, September 15th, 1779.
Resolved, That Friday next be assigned for granting a private audience to M. Gerard, Minister Plenipotentiary of France, in order to his taking leave.
Resolved, That this private audience be in full Congress.
Friday, September 17th. Resolved, That two members be appointed to introduce the Minister to the private audience.
The Minister being introduced, took his leave in the following speech.
M. GERARD'S SPEECH ON TAKING LEAVE OF CONGRESS.
Translation.
"Gentlemen,